Virechana

Virechana Chikitsa

A major Panchakarma therapy in Ayurveda for the purification of Pitta Dosha

What is Virechana?

Virechana is one of the primary purification therapies of Panchakarma. In this procedure, controlled purgation (therapeutic cleansing) is induced with the help of herbal medicines to eliminate excess Pitta dosha, toxins (Ama) and accumulated waste from the body. It is mainly performed to purify the liver, gallbladder, intestines and blood.

Indications of Virechana

  • ✔ Skin diseases
  • ✔ Pitta disorders
  • ✔ Liver diseases
  • ✔ Blood disorders
  • ✔ Migraine
  • ✔ Eye disorders
  • ✔ Piles
  • ✔ Diabetes
  • ✔ Mental restlessness
  • ✔ Mouth ulcers

Benefits of Virechana

  • Purifies and balances excess Pitta dosha
  • Promotes healthy and glowing skin
  • Strengthens the digestive system
  • Purifies the blood
  • Improves immunity

When Should It Be Avoided?

  • Pregnancy
  • Severe weakness
  • Severe diarrhea
  • Acute infections
  • Immediately after surgery
Virechana Therapy