The Materia Medica of the Hindus, compiled from Sanskrit Medical Works c5.s5.t1.2

c5.s5.t1.2

THE resin of *Shorea robusta*, called *Rála* in Sanskrit and *Dhuná* or *rál*, in the vernacular, is regarded as astringent and detergent and is used in dysentery, and for fumigations, plasters, etc. The resin thrown over the fire, gives out thick volumes of fragrant smoke, and is much used for fumigating rooms occupied by the sick. It is also a common practice with natives to burn some *rál* in their rooms every evening, about the time that *chirags* or lamps are lighted, as also during the worship of idols.