Vibhitaki for Cough: Does It Work?
Does Vibhitaki (Bibhitaki, Baheda, Terminalia bellirica) help with cough? Yes, and the classical case is unusually direct. The Bhavaprakasha Nighantu lists Kasa-Shwasahara (relieving cough and breathlessness) among Vibhitaki's primary therapeutic actions, and the herb earns its place in the trio of Triphala partly through this respiratory specialism.
The Ayurvedic reasoning rests on a clean property profile. Vibhitaki is astringent in taste (Kashaya rasa), light and dry in quality (Laghu, Ruksha guna), hot in potency (Ushna virya), and sweet in post-digestive effect (Madhura vipaka). The dosha effect is KP–, V+: it reduces Kapha and (mildly) Pitta while potentially aggravating Vata. That dosha map points to its strongest fit: the wet, productive, white-mucus cough of Kaphaja Kasa, where the chest feels heavy and the throat keeps coating itself with phlegm.
Classical practice goes further than fruit-powder alone. The Sharangadhara Samhita describes a multi-herb decoction with Vibhitaki, Pushkaramoola, kantakari, and others that "alleviates Vata-Kapha disorders," and the Charaka Samhita uses Vibhitaki in chest-recovery preparations for the hoarseness and weakness that follow prolonged coughing. Vibhitaki is the third, drying, voice-clearing member of Triphala, and for a wet cough with mucus in the throat it is one of the cleanest single-herb choices in the materia medica.
How Vibhitaki Helps with Cough
Cough in Ayurveda is Udana Vata reversed upward through the Pranavaha Srotas. What Vibhitaki does best is clear the obstruction that triggers that reversal, when the obstruction is sticky Kapha.
Drying stuck Kapha in the chest
The classical seat of mucus in the bronchi and throat is Avalambaka Kapha, the lubricating sub-type that should be present in small, smooth amounts. When it thickens, the chest feels heavy, the throat keeps coating itself, and a wet, productive cough develops. Vibhitaki's three converging qualities directly counter this picture: astringent taste (Kashaya rasa) tightens lax, mucusy tissue; hot potency (Ushna virya) warms and mobilises stagnant Kapha; and light, dry qualities (Laghu, Ruksha guna) scrape excess moisture from the mucous membranes. The Bhavaprakasha lists Vibhitaki among Kapha remedies, and the Sharangadhara Samhita describes a Vibhitaki-containing decoction that "alleviates Vata-Kapha disorders."
Astringent tone for inflamed airways
Bronchial and throat tissue that has been chronically irritated by mucus, infection, or repeated coughing becomes lax and reactive. Vibhitaki fruit pulp is rich in tannins and gallic acid, the modern phytochemical correlate of Kashaya rasa. These tannins bind to surface proteins, contract the inflamed mucosa, and reduce the swollen, congested feel. The Sharangadhara Samhita notes that a paste from Vibhitaki fruit "destroys burning sensation (Daha) and pain (Arti)," and the same astringent action that calms inflamed skin and throat tissue applies to the post-cough soreness that lingers after acute illness.
Kanthya: voice and throat clearing
Vibhitaki is also classified as Kanthya, a voice-clearing herb. The Charaka Samhita's chest-recovery chapter (Kshatakshina Chikitsa, Chikitsasthana 11) uses Vibhitaki with pippali and other respiratory herbs for the hoarseness and weakness that follow a violent cough. Indian classical singers have for centuries chewed a piece of Vibhitaki to clear the voice between performances. For a wet cough that leaves the voice muffled or hoarse, this dual Kasahara-Kanthya action is the reason Vibhitaki keeps appearing in classical cough formulas.
Where to be cautious
The same warming, drying, astringent profile that clears Kaphaja Kasa aggravates Vata. For a dry, tickling Vataja cough with scanty mucus, Vibhitaki used alone will worsen the dryness. It is correctly used in such cases only as the drying third of Triphala, balanced by the cooling, moistening action of Amla.
How to Use Vibhitaki for Cough
For cough, Vibhitaki is used as fruit-pulp powder, decoction, or gargle. The fruit pulp is the medicinal part; the seed is avoided internally. The specific form depends on whether the cough is productive, hoarse, or both.
Best forms for cough
- Powder (Churna): Most versatile. Paired with honey, the action targets wet, Kapha cough; with warm water, it works as a general respiratory tonic.
- Decoction (Kwatha): The classical preparation for chronic respiratory congestion. Stronger drying action than powder alone.
- Gargle (Kavala): Cooled decoction held in the mouth and throat, for the hoarseness and mucus-coating that lingers after a cough.
Dosage
| Form | Dose | Best for | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fruit-pulp powder | 3 to 6 g per day | Wet cough, Kapha congestion | Twice daily with food |
| Low-dose powder | 1 to 2 g | Hoarseness, voice clearing, lingering mucus | Twice daily after meals |
| Decoction | 30 to 60 ml | Chronic respiratory congestion | Morning, empty stomach |
| Gargle | Warm decoction, swish 30 seconds | Throat-clearing during productive cough | Twice daily |
| Tincture (1:3, 25%) | 3 to 15 ml per day | Concentrated respiratory action | Split into 2 to 3 doses |
Anupana (vehicle)
The vehicle (anupana) matters. For a wet, Kapha cough, honey is the classical pairing: it is itself Kapha-hara and amplifies Vibhitaki's drying action without adding heaviness. For deeper bronchial congestion, combine with pippali and a pinch of black pepper. For chronic, daily use during recovery, take Vibhitaki as part of Triphala with warm water at bedtime; the Amla and Haritaki components soften Vibhitaki's drying edge so it does not aggravate Vata.
Duration
For an acute wet cough, 3 to 7 days at full dose is typical. For chronic Kapha congestion after a viral illness, a 3 to 4 week course gives a fairer test. If the cough character shifts toward dryness or you start feeling thirsty and constipated, that is the signal that Vata is rising; either reduce the dose, switch to Triphala, or add ghee as anupana.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Vibhitaki take to work for cough?
For an acute wet cough, most people notice loosening of mucus and an easier clearing of the throat within 3 to 7 days at the standard 3 to 6 g daily dose. For chronic post-viral congestion or recurring bronchitis, plan a 3 to 4 week course before judging the response. Stop and reassess if the cough turns dry or hoarse, because that signals Vata aggravation from the herb's drying nature.
Vibhitaki or Pushkaramoola for cough?
They cover overlapping but different ground. Vibhitaki shines for wet, Kapha-dominant cough with thick mucus and throat-coating; its astringent, drying action clears the bronchi gently. Pushkaramoola is more deeply heating and acts on both dry Vata-type and wet Kapha-type cough, with a stronger expectorant push. For a chronic post-cold mucus cough, Vibhitaki. For a stubborn cough with chest tightness or wheeze, Pushkaramoola.
Should I take Triphala or just Vibhitaki for cough?
Vibhitaki alone is the more targeted choice for an active wet cough; Triphala is gentler and better for chronic, low-grade congestion or post-illness recovery. Triphala's Amla and Haritaki components soften Vibhitaki's drying edge, which makes Triphala safer for long-term daily use, especially in Vata-prone individuals.
Can I gargle with Vibhitaki for a sore, mucusy throat after coughing?
Yes; this is one of its classical uses. Make a decoction by simmering one teaspoon of Vibhitaki powder in a cup of water for 10 minutes, strain, cool to comfortably warm, optionally add a small spoon of honey, and gargle twice daily. The Sharangadhara Samhita describes Triphala-and-honey gargle for "Kapha, Rakta, and Pitta disorders of the mouth," and Vibhitaki alone works the same way for hoarseness and post-cough throat coating.
Is Vibhitaki safe in pregnancy?
Vibhitaki is warming, drying, and considered a mild laxative as part of Triphala. Classical practice avoids strong drying and purgative herbs during pregnancy. The cautious answer is to skip standalone Vibhitaki for cough during pregnancy and either use a Pitta-safe option like licorice or work with a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for a tailored plan.
Recommended: Start Vibhitaki for Cough
If you want to start using Vibhitaki for cough today, here is the simplest starting point.
Best form for cough: Dried fruit-pulp powder (Bibhitaki Churna). It is the form classical texts use, dosage is flexible, and you can match the anupana to the cough you have.
Kitchen version
Stir half a teaspoon (about 2 to 3 g) of Vibhitaki powder into a small amount of warm water. Once it has cooled to drinkable, add a teaspoon of raw honey and sip slowly twice a day after meals. For deeper congestion, add a small pinch of pippali or black pepper powder.
Dosha fork
- If Kapha-type cough (wet, white mucus, heavy chest, worse in the morning): Vibhitaki powder with honey, this is its strongest indication.
- If Vata-type cough (dry, hoarse, worse at night): take Vibhitaki as part of Triphala with warm water and a little ghee, not alone.
- If Pitta-type cough (yellow or green sputum, burning, fever): use only the low gargle dose for throat clearing; for internal cough relief choose a cooling option like licorice or vasaka.
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Safety note: Use only the fruit pulp internally, the seed itself is avoided in classical use because it may cause nausea. Skip standalone Vibhitaki in pregnancy and reduce or stop if the cough turns dry from over-drying.
Safety & Precautions
Bibhitaki at standard doses and in the fruit-pulp form is safe for most adults, but it has three distinct safety considerations that set it apart from Amla and require a closer look: its drying action, its Vata-aggravating potential, and the mildly psychoactive properties of the seed. The classical texts are unusually careful with this herb for a reason.
The Seed Warning
The Sanskrit name Vibhitaki means "the fearless one," but folk tradition links the same name to the Mahabharata gambling dice made from Bibhitaki seeds, and to the idea that the seeds, when consumed in excess, can cloud the mind. Classical texts consistently restrict the fruit pulp to internal use and reserve the seed for external applications only (e.g., Aksha Taila, the hair oil). Modern analysis confirms the seed contains mildly psychoactive and nausea-producing compounds. Never ingest Bibhitaki seed, seed powder, or seed oil.
Drying and Dehydration
Bibhitakis dominant action is drying. In people who are already dry, Vata constitutions, the elderly, those on diuretics, or anyone recovering from illness with fluid depletion, sustained high-dose Bibhitaki can worsen dry skin, dry mucous membranes, and constipation. The Ayurvedic Medicine tradition specifically lists "dry symptoms in the lungs, skin, and bowels" as a contraindication. If you experience increased dryness, reduce the dose or shift to Triphala, which buffers Bibhitaki with Amlas moistening action.
Vata Aggravation
Bibhitakis astringent taste and dry quality can aggravate Vata in excess or in sensitive constitutions. Signs include bloating, anxiety, dry stools, and joint stiffness. Vata types should prefer Bibhitaki within Triphala rather than alone, and pair it with warm, unctuous anupanas (ghee, sesame oil) when used solo.
Pregnancy and Nursing
Isolated high-dose Bibhitaki is best avoided during pregnancy, both because of its drying, downward-moving action and because of the limited classical data on safe doses in gestation. Small culinary amounts within Triphala are traditionally considered acceptable during nursing, but concentrated extracts and capsules should wait until weaning. For pregnancy-related cough, use gentler alternatives such as licorice with honey or tulsi tea, and consult your practitioner.
Dose-Dependent Effects
Like Haritaki, Bibhitaki is a dose-dependent herb:
- Low dose (1-2 g): Astringent, tightens loose stools, clears throat, mild respiratory action.
- Standard dose (3-6 g): Kapha-reducing, Rasayana, respiratory tonic.
- Very high dose (above 10 g or sustained use at high dose): Can cause nausea, excessive dryness, and, with seed contamination, mild intoxicating effects. Classical texts specifically warn against such excess.
Drug Interactions
Modern research flags a few interactions worth respecting:
- Anti-diabetic medications: Bibhitaki can additively lower blood glucose. Monitor levels closely if you are on oral hypoglycemics or insulin.
- Bronchodilators and asthma medications: Bibhitakis Kapha-drying action may amplify the drying effects of some inhalers, not dangerous, but worth watching for dry mouth and throat.
- Tannin interference: Like all tannin-rich herbs, Bibhitaki can reduce iron and prescription-drug absorption. Space at least two hours from iron supplements and critical medications.
Fertility Note
Animal studies (in male rats) have reported reversible reductions in sperm count with prolonged, high-dose Bibhitaki extract administration. Whether this translates to humans at standard doses is unclear, but men actively trying to conceive may prefer to take Bibhitaki only within Triphala rather than as an isolated high-dose supplement, as a precaution.
Signs of Overuse
Watch for: increased dryness (skin, lips, stools), unusual thirst, nausea, lightheadedness, or cloudy-headed feeling (especially if the product contains seed fragments). These indicate the dose is too high or the product is not pure fruit pulp. Reduce the dose, switch to Triphala, or pause and restart at a lower level.
Other Herbs for Cough
See all herbs for cough on the Cough page.
▶ Classical Text References (8 sources)
- Krimi (worms)
- Kapha disorders
- Hair diseases
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 1
Aksha Taila – (oil of Vibhitaka) :आ ं वाद ु हमं के यं गु प ता नलापहम ् । Aksa Taila – oil obtained from seeds of Vibhitaka is sweet, cold in potency good for the hair, hard to digest, mitigates Pitta and Vata.
— Astanga Hridaya, Chapter 5: Drava Vigyaniya Drinkables
Vibhitaka Sura – त गुणा वा णी या लघु ती णा नहि त च शल ू कासव म वास वब धा मानपीनसान ् ६८ ना तती मदा ल वी प या वैभीतक सुरा णे पा वामये कु ठे न चा यथ व यते ६९ Sura prepared from Vibhitaka is not very intoxicating, is easy to digest, good for health; not so harmful, (as other wines) in wounds, anaemia, and leprosy and other skin diseases.
— Astanga Hridaya, Chapter 5: Drava Vigyaniya Drinkables
Aksha Taila – (oil of Vibhitaka) :आ ं वाद ु हमं के यं गु प ता नलापहम ् । Aksa Taila – oil obtained from seeds of Vibhitaka is sweet, cold in potency good for the hair, hard to digest, mitigates Pitta and Vata.
— Astanga Hridaya, Chapter 5: Drava Vigyaniya Drinkables
158 Triphala benefits: इयं रसायनवरा फला अ यामयापहा । रोपणी व गद लेदमेदोमे हकफा िजत ् ॥१५९॥ Thus, the Triphala (haritaki, amalaki and vibhitaki), together is a best rejuvenator of the body, cures diseases of the eyes, heals wounds and cures skin diseases, excess moisture of the tissues, obesity, diabetes, aggravation of kapha and Asra (blood) 159.
— Astanga Hridaya, Chapter 6: Annaswaroopa Food
कटु पाके हमं के यम मीष च त गुणम ् Aksha (vibhitaka) is pungent at the end of digestion, cold in potency, good for hairs and possesses properties similar (to haritaki and amalaka) but slightly less (in degree).
— Astanga Hridaya, Chapter 6: Annaswaroopa Food
कटु पाके हमं के यम मीष च त गुणम ् Aksha (vibhitaka) is pungent at the end of digestion, cold in potency, good for hairs and possesses properties similar (to haritaki and amalaka) but slightly less (in degree).
— Astanga Hridaya, Chapter 6: Annaswaroopa Food
Kashaya Varga (Gana) – group of astringents: वगःकषायः प या ं शर षः ख दरो मधु कद बोद ु बरं मु ता वाला जनगै रकम ् बालं क प थं खजूरं वसप ो पला द च Group of astringents consists of Pathya – Chebuic Myrobalan (fruit rind) – Terminalia chebula, Aksha – Terminalia bellirica, Shireesa, Khadira – Black catechu (heart wood extract) – Acacia catechu, Madhu (honey), Kadamba, Udumbara, Mukta (Pearls), Pravala (Coral), Anjana – Aqueous extract of Berberis aristata (antimony), Gairika – Purified Red Ochre, B
— Astanga Hridaya, Chapter 10: Rasabhediyam Tastes, Their
Source: Astanga Hridaya, Ch. 5, Ch. 5, Ch. 5, Ch. 6, Ch. 6, Ch. 6, Ch. 10
Aksha Taila – (oil of Vibhitaka) :आ ं वाद ु हमं के यं गु प ता नलापहम ् । Aksa Taila – oil obtained from seeds of Vibhitaka is sweet, cold in potency good for the hair, hard to digest, mitigates Pitta and Vata.
— Astanga Hridaya Sutrasthan, Drava Vigyaniya Drinkables
Vibhitaka Sura – त गुणा वा णी या लघु ती णा नहि त च शल ू कासव म वास वब धा मानपीनसान ् ६८ ना तती मदा ल वी प या वैभीतक सुरा णे पा वामये कु ठे न चा यथ व यते ६९ Sura prepared from Vibhitaka is not very intoxicating, is easy to digest, good for health;
— Astanga Hridaya Sutrasthan, Drava Vigyaniya Drinkables
कटु पाके हमं के यम मीष च त गुणम ् Aksha (vibhitaka) is pungent at the end of digestion, cold in potency, good for hairs and possesses properties similar (to haritaki and amalaka) but slightly less (in degree).
— Astanga Hridaya Sutrasthan, Annaswaroopa Food
158 Triphala benefits: इयं रसायनवरा फला अ यामयापहा । रोपणी व गद लेदमेदोमे हकफा िजत ् ॥१५९॥ Thus, the Triphala (haritaki, amalaki and vibhitaki), together is a best rejuvenator of the body, cures diseases of the eyes, heals wounds and cures skin diseases, excess moisture of the tissues, obesity, diabetes, aggravation of kapha and Asra (blood) 159.
— Astanga Hridaya Sutrasthan, Annaswaroopa Food
Source: Astanga Hridaya Sutrasthan, Drava Vigyaniya Drinkables; Annaswaroopa Food
During the final stage of cooking, the paste of madhuka pushpa (one kudava), priyala (one kudava), tugakshiri (half kudava), kharjura (twenty fruits), bibhitaki (twenty fruits), pippali (one pala), sugar (thirty palas), madhuka (one karsa) and drugs belonging to jivaniya group (half pala each) should be added.
— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 11: Chest Injury and Emaciation Treatment (Kshatakshina Chikitsa / क्षतक्षीणचिकित्सा)
One prastha of pippali is mixed with jaggery and seed pulp of bibhitaki and to it one prastha of water is added and kept in a vessel covered with yava (barley) for fermentation;
— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 15: Digestive Disorders Treatment (Grahani Chikitsa / ग्रहणीचिकित्सा)
Take sunthi, pippali, maricha, haritaki, bibhitaki, amalaki, musta, vidanga and chitraka in one part each and nine parts of lauha bhasma and mix together.
— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 16: Anemia Treatment (Pandu Chikitsa / पाण्डुचिकित्सा)
Yogaraja – harītaki, bibhitaki, amalaki, shunthi, pippali, maricha, chitraka moola (root) and vidanga in the amount of one part each;
— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 16: Anemia Treatment (Pandu Chikitsa / पाण्डुचिकित्सा)
The decoction of triphala (Haritaki, Bibhitaki and Amalaki) mixed with ghee and trivritta (Operculina turpethum Linn) and used for virechana to alleviate visarpa and jwara.
— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 21: Erysipelas Treatment (Visarpa Chikitsa / विसर्पचिकित्सा)
Source: Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 11: Chest Injury and Emaciation Treatment (Kshatakshina Chikitsa / क्षतक्षीणचिकित्सा); Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 15: Digestive Disorders Treatment (Grahani Chikitsa / ग्रहणीचिकित्सा); Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 16: Anemia Treatment (Pandu Chikitsa / पाण्डुचिकित्सा); Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 21: Erysipelas Treatment (Visarpa Chikitsa / विसर्पचिकित्सा)
In all types of swelling, smearing with paste of fruit of vibhitaka is recommended to cure burning sensation and discomfort.
— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 12: Edema Treatment (Shvayathu Chikitsa / श्वयथुचिकित्सा)
Five pala each of pippali – Piper longum, triphala (haritaki–Terminalia chebula, vibhitaka –Terminalia bellerica, amalaki–Phyllanthus emblica), anjana, prapaundarika, manjistha – Rubia cordifolia, lodhra – Symplocos racemose, black variety of aguru – Aquallaria agallocha, utpala – Nymphaea alba, amrasthi (seeds of Mango –Mangifera indica), krishna – kardama (black mud), mrinala – Lotus stalk, rakta chandana- Pterocapus santalinus Linn.
— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 26: Three Vital Organs Treatment (Trimarmiya Chikitsa / त्रिमर्मीयचिकित्सा)
Pound all the above ingredients and cooked with one adhaka of oil extracted from the seeds of vibhitaka – Terminalia bellerica, four adhaka of juice of amalaki – Phyllanthus emblica in an iron pot by solar heat till the water is evaporated.
— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 26: Three Vital Organs Treatment (Trimarmiya Chikitsa / त्रिमर्मीयचिकित्सा)
Take 100 pala each of kashmarya, amalaki, black pepper, haritaki, vibhitaki, pippali and grapes, add to it 100 pala of old jaggery and two drona of water, then put the mixture in a vessel lined with honey for 7 days in summer or for 14 days in winter for fermentation.
— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 12: Edema Treatment (Shvayathu Chikitsa / श्वयथुचिकित्सा)
One prastha (768g) of powder of nagara (Zingiber officinale), haritaki (Terminalia chebula), vibhitaki (Terminalia belerica) and amalaki (Emblica officinalis) is added with 1/2 adhaki (1536g) of cow’s ghee, 1/2 adhaki (1536g) of taila (oil extracted from seeds of Sesamum indicum) and 1 adhaki (3073g) of mastu (liquid separated from curd ).
— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 13: Abdominal Diseases Treatment (Udara Chikitsa / उदरचिकित्सा)
Source: Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 12: Edema Treatment (Shvayathu Chikitsa / श्वयथुचिकित्सा); Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 26: Three Vital Organs Treatment (Trimarmiya Chikitsa / त्रिमर्मीयचिकित्सा); Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 13: Abdominal Diseases Treatment (Udara Chikitsa / उदरचिकित्सा)
A Gandusha prepared from Triphala (three fruits -- Haritaki/Terminalia chebula, Bibhitaki/Terminalia bellirica, Amalaki/Emblica officinalis) and honey destroys Kapha, Rakta (blood), and Pitta disorders of the mouth.
— Sharangadhara Samhita, Uttara Khanda, Chapter 10: Gandusha-Kavala Pratisarana Vidhi (Gargling, Oil Pulling and Oral Paste Application)
A paste made from the pulp of Bibhitaki fruit (Terminalia bellirica) destroys burning sensation (Daha) and pain (Arti).
— Sharangadhara Samhita, Uttara Khanda, Chapter 11: Lepa Vidhi (Topical Paste Application)
Bibhitaki fruit pulp has a cooling and astringent action on the skin, making it effective for inflammatory conditions with burning.
— Sharangadhara Samhita, Uttara Khanda, Chapter 11: Lepa Vidhi (Topical Paste Application)
Another formulation: Dhatri (Amalaki/Emblica officinalis) -- three parts of Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), two parts, one part Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), five parts of iron rust from an iron vessel, and one Karsha (12g) of iron filings -- this is given for grey hair.
— Sharangadhara Samhita, Uttara Khanda, Chapter 11: Lepa Vidhi (Topical Paste Application)
Source: Sharangadhara Samhita, Uttara Khanda, Chapter 10: Gandusha-Kavala Pratisarana Vidhi (Gargling, Oil Pulling and Oral Paste Application); Uttara Khanda, Chapter 11: Lepa Vidhi (Topical Paste Application)
The two Brihati (Solanum indicum and Solanum xanthocarpum), Kantakari, Shati (Hedychium spicatum), Pushkaramula (Inula racemosa), Vacha (Acorus calamus), and Vibhitaka (Terminalia bellirica) — this decoction alleviates Vata-Kapha disorders.
— Sharangadhara Samhita, Madhyama Khanda, Chapter 2: Kvathakalpana (Decoction Preparations)
Avipattikar Churna: Shunthi (dry ginger — Zingiber officinale), Maricha (black pepper — Piper nigrum), Pippali (long pepper — Piper longum), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Mustaka (Cyperus rotundus), Vidanga (Embelia ribes), and Sharkara (sugar) —.
— Sharangadhara Samhita, Madhyama Khanda, Chapter 3: Churnakalpana (Powder Preparations)
Shatapushpadi Churna: Shatapushpa (Anethum sowa), Yavani (Trachyspermum ammi), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), and Shunthi (dry ginger) — these should be prepared as a powder.
— Sharangadhara Samhita, Madhyama Khanda, Chapter 3: Churnakalpana (Powder Preparations)
Source: Sharangadhara Samhita, Madhyama Khanda, Chapter 2: Kvathakalpana (Decoction Preparations); Madhyama Khanda, Chapter 3: Churnakalpana (Powder Preparations)
powdered stones of Vibhitaka, mangoe fruits, Vata-sprouts, Harenu, Samkhini-seed mixed with oil for sinus Breast-milk purification Draught of decoction of Nimba with honey and Magadhika given to Dhatri for emetic purposes;
— Sushruta Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana, Chapter 17: Visarpa Chikitsa
powdered stones of Vibhitaka, mangoe fruits, Vata-sprouts, Harenu, Samkhini-seed mixed with oil for sinus Breast-milk purification: Draught of decoction of Nimba with honey and Magadhika given to Dhatri for emetic purposes;
— Sushruta Samhita, Visarpa Chikitsa
Source: Sushruta Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana, Chapter 17: Visarpa Chikitsa; Visarpa Chikitsa
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