Chapter 7.9: Pharmaceutical Preparations of Tilvaka (Tilvaka Kalpa Adhyaya / तिल्वककल्प अध्याय)

Sixteen mild purgative preparations of Tilvaka (identified as Symplocos racemosa / Viburnum nervosum) involving powder, fermented beverages, linctus, and medicated ghee formulations.

Source: Astanga Hridaya Sutrasthan by Vagbhata

This chapter describes 16 purgative preparations of Tilvaka, addressing a notable botanical controversy between Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) and Tilvaka (Viburnum nervosum). Two types of Lodhra exist: Pattika Lodhra with purgative action (used here) and Shavara Lodhra with astringent/styptic properties. The formulations include powders, fermented beverages, linctus, and medicated ghees. Complex multi-step processing involving sequential decoction trituration distinguishes these preparations.