The Materia Medica of the Hindus, compiled from Sanskrit Medical Works c5.s3.t1.79

c5.s3.t1.79

In calculous affections it is used in a great variety of forms. Thus a simple decoction of the bark may be given with the addition of treacle.¹ A compound decoction is prepared along with equal parts of *Tribulus terrestris* (*gokshura*) and ginger, and is administered with the addition of *yavakshára* and honey.² A compound powder called *Varunádya churna*³ is prepared as follows. A solution of the ashes of *varuna* is made as directed under the head of alkaline water (*Kshárodaka*). This solution is boiled with the addition of *varuna* bark in powder and *yavakshára* (impure carbonate of potash), till the water is entirely evaporated. The resulting powder is given in ascites, calculus, enlargements of the abdominal viscera, and affections of the bladder and uterus. A confection called *Varunádya guḍa* is prepared by adding to the fluid extract of the bark, treacle and a number of diuretic and aromatic substances.