AN OBSERVATIONAL ANALYSIS ON BILWADI AGADA AND ITS APPLIED ASPECT

Abstract

Bilwadi Agada, an Ayurvedic formulation widely recognized for its potent effectiveness in managing acute toxico-pathological conditions, is lauded in clinical practice for its convenient gutika (tablet) form, long shelf life, and ease of dosage adjustment. The formulation comprises a blend of thirteen herbs, including Bilwa, Surasa, Karanja, Nata, Suvaha, Haridra, Daruharidra, Triphala, and Trikatu, known for their synergistic visha (toxin)-mitigating properties. Bilwadi Agada is indicated for a range of toxicological and pathogenic conditions such as Jwara (fever), Bhoota bhada (possession-like conditions), Gara visha (slow poisoning), Ajeerna (indigestion), Loota visha (insect bite poison), Dadru (ringworm), Vrischika visha (scorpion sting), and Visuchika (cholera). This formulation, through the combined attributes of Vata-kaphaghna (Vata-Kapha dosha pacifying), Katu-tikta rasa (pungent and bitter taste), and Ushna veerya (hot potency), stands out as a preferred therapeutic choice for acute toxicological management. Ayurvedic toxicologists value Bilwadi Agada for its potent detoxifying (vishaghna) properties and its relevance in both preventive and therapeutic Ayurveda, making it a versatile intervention for addressing various forms of toxicity and promoting systemic equilibrium.

KEYWORDS - Bilwadi Agada, Gutika, Toxicology, Vishaghna Yoga, Toxico-pathological Conditions