Black Turpeth

(Black Turpeth)
Sanskrit: श्यामा त्रिवृत

Shyama Trivrit (Black Turpeth) is the darker variety of Trivrit considered more drastic in its purgative action. It is used when a stronger purgation is needed. The black variety should be used with caution as it can cause excessive purgation and griping. It is generally avoided in weak patients and those with Pitta constitution.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Pungent (Katu)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu), Sharp (Tikshna)
Potency (Virya)
Hot (Ushna)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Also Known As
English: Black Turpeth
Sanskrit: श्यामा त्रिवृत, कालिका त्रिवृत
Hindi: काली निसोथ

What is Black Turpeth / Shyama Trivrit (श्यामा त्रिवृत)?

Shyama Trivrit (Black Turpeth) is the darker variety of Trivrit considered more drastic in its purgative action. It is used when a stronger purgation is needed. The black variety should be used with caution as it can cause excessive purgation and griping. It is generally avoided in weak patients and those with Pitta constitution.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Virechana (drastic purgative)
  • Bhedana (drastic action)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

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