Kokilaksha (Astercantha longfolia) and Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) combine in this Pitta pacifying combination of Kokilakshakam Kashayam mentioned in Bhaishajya Ratnavali. Kokilaksha has been singularly and in combination with other herbs used extensively in folklore and traditional medicine for relieving edema and water retention in the body.‘Kashaya’ or herbal decoctions harness the healing properties of herbs and roots in a mild aqueous base. They are easily digested and can be administered even in convalescing patients.