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

Year: 2024

Type: article

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.

Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine

DOI: 10.70066/jahm.v12i11.1506

Authors: Sudha Lakshmanamurthy, Vasant Patil, Anuja Daga

Institution: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Traditional Chinese Medicine Studies

Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4405598921

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