Virechana stands out as a prominent approach in Ayurveda’s panchakarma treatments. It specifically targets pitta-dominant imbalances, addressing concerns such as skin issues and blood impurities.

This purification process involves the use of laxative medicines to cleanse the pitta-influenced intestines. It aims to eliminate toxic waste from vital organs like the liver, gallbladder, and intestines while removing excess bile toxins from the body’s midsection. Well-applied Virechana can counter ulcers, gastritis, IBS, jaundice, kidney problems, intestinal colic, and asthma. Furthermore, it proves beneficial in alleviating or resolving fever, skin ailments, bleeding disorders, nosebleeds, spleen irregularities, worm infestations, anemia, headaches, burning eyes, chronic cough, rhinitis, gout, gynecological issues, rheumatic conditions, and loss of appetite.

During the Virechana procedure, the vitiated doshas are expelled through the rectum. The treatment encompasses Oleation (ingesting medicated ghee), Fomentation (induced sweating therapy), Emesis (induced vomiting), and Samsarjana Karma (post-operative diet control). Internal Oleation is implemented for three to seven days, followed by a three-day medicated steam bath. A light and warm diet is advised for the patient a day before initiating Virechana in Ayurveda panchakarma treatment.

Deciding on Virechana should take into account individual factors like body and mind constitution, age, and mental condition to ensure a tailored and effective approach.