[Pramāṇa](https://indike.org/pramana/) › [Studies](https://indike.org/pramana/ins) › [Science, technology and education](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science) › [The Materia Medica of the Hindus, compiled from Sanskrit Medical Works](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.dutt-1877) › c5.s12.t2.9 # The Materia Medica of the Hindus, compiled from Sanskrit Medical Works c5.s12.t2.9 The Materia Medica of the Hindus, compiled from Sanskrit Medical Works c5.s12.t2.9 - **Language:** English ### [c5.s12.t2.9](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.dutt-1877.c5.s12.t2.9) The root is used in combination with \*Ipomœa Turpethum\* and other adjuncts as a drastic purgative in jaundice, anasarca and ascites. The following called \*Paṭoládya churna\* is an illustration. Take of the root of \*Trichosanthes dioica\* (\*paṭola\*), turmeric, \*báberang\* seeds, \*kamalá\* powder, and the three myrobalans, two tolás each, cinnamon, and the root of the indigo plant, three tolás each, \*Ipomœa Turpethum\* (\*trivrit\*) four tolás; powder the ingredients finely and mix. Dose, about one drachm with cow's urine. After the use of this medicine, light food only (such as gruel) should be taken.³ - [Previous: c5.s12.t2.8](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.dutt-1877.c5.s12.t2.8) - [Next: c5.s12.t2.10](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.dutt-1877.c5.s12.t2.10) - [Up: c5.s12.t2](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.dutt-1877.c5.s12.t2) --- Source: [https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.dutt-1877.c5.s12.t2.9](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.dutt-1877.c5.s12.t2.9) · Pramāṇa