Virechan Treatment
Virechan is one of the karma from panchkarma therapies where in purgation is induced by drugs . It specifically aims at the elimination of excessive pitaa dosha from the body.. It eliminates body toxins like vitiated ‘Pitta’. The process of cleansing is carried out in the small intestine & other Pitta sthan in body. Here drugs that stimulate bowel movement are increased for the expulsion of doshas through rectum.
Virechan karma is carried out in three stages
Poorva karma ( pre procedure/ snehpan)
In poorva karma medicated ghee is given to the patient in increasing order. massage & steam is also given to the patient.
Pradhan karma ( main procedure)
In pradhan karma Bowel movement is induced by ayurvedic medication which helps to eliminate excess pitta dosha from the body.
Paschyat karma (post procedure)
In paschyat karma patient is adviced to take light diet for 3-5 days. Diet is increased gradually.
Benefits/Indications
- Pitta disorder
- Hyperacidity
- Gout
- Fatty liver / jaundice
- Skin disorder: acne , eczema ,psoriasis
- Anemia
- Migraine
- Piles
- Improves digestion, useful in reliving bloating & heaviness in stomach
- Helps in blood purification
