Scientific review on Virechana Dravya (Purgative Drugs) of Sushruta Samhita

Authors

  • Sudha RGUHS
  • Vasant Patil
  • Anuja Daga

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70066/jahm.v12i11.1506

Keywords:

Virechana, Shodana, Sushruta Samhita.

Abstract

Panchakarma plays an important role in detoxifying the body. Panchakarma is not only good for alleviating the disease but also a useful modality of treatment in preserving and promoting the perfect health. Virechana is most widely used purificatory procedure especially for Pitta disease and Pitta associated with Vata or Kapha. Because of its simplicity, eliminating the Dosha in more quantity with less Stress and having lesser complications compared to Vamana. Here compilation of the Virechana dravya mentioned in the Sushruta Samhita are available.

Keywords: Virechana, Shodana, Sushruta Samhita.

Author Biographies

Vasant Patil

Professor, Department of Panchakarma, Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Hubli

Anuja Daga

PG Scholar, Department of Panchakarma, Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Hubli.

Additional Files

Published

2024-12-18

How to Cite

Lakshmanamurthy, S., Patil, V., & Daga, A. (2024). Scientific review on Virechana Dravya (Purgative Drugs) of Sushruta Samhita. Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine (JAHM), 12(11). https://doi.org/10.70066/jahm.v12i11.1506

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