Virechana Chikitsa

Virechana Chikitsa, or Purgation therapy, is the elimination of toxins from the body using herbal laxatives. The resulting bowel movement rids the system of harmful Pitta-related impurities. Organs in the lower torso - small intestine, kidney, colon, liver, and spleen - are cleansed during this therapy.

Before Virechana, Purvakarma, or preparatory treatment, is given for a week using medicated ghee or oil. After this oleation therapy, the patient is made to sweat intensely to isolate the corrupt doshas in the system.

During Pradhanakarma, or main treatment, the patient is usually administered natural laxatives like Trivrit (Ipomoea Turpethum), Jayapala (Croton Tiglium), Aragvadha (Cassia Fistula) and Avipathi Churna. The laxative effects kick in within two hours of consumption of the herbs.

When performed correctly, Virechana does not trigger the usual side effects of diarrhoea, such as weakness and loss of electrolytes. This is recommended for the treatment of diabetes, colitis, jaundice, spleen enlargement, arthritis, dysuria, asthma, hemorrhoids (piles), glaucoma and gout.

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