Procedure
Pre-Therapy Preparation (Snehapan – 3–6 Days)
- The patient drinks medicated ghee on an empty stomach each morning, starting from 30 ml and gradually increasing to 180 ml over the preparation days.
- Snehan (oleation therapy) and Swedan (herbal steam therapy) are simultaneously administered to loosen toxins and mobilize Pitta dosha.
Main Therapy Day
- The patient sits comfortably and takes the prescribed Ayurvedic purgative medicine.
- After each bowel movement, the patient drinks black resin water (Krishnadi Jala) to support the elimination process.
- The patient alternates between gentle walking and rest throughout the procedure day.
- The process continues until whitish or sticky discharge appears, indicating thorough Pitta elimination.
Post-Therapy (Sansarjan Kram)
- A special dietary regimen with moong dal soup, rice, and other light foods is followed to restore digestive strength.
- Digestive powder is consumed to gradually rebuild the digestive fire (Agni) after the cleansing.
What Is Virechan Treatment in Ayurveda?
Virechan is an Ayurvedic medicated purgation therapy that uses herbal medicines to expel excess Pitta dosha and toxins from the body through the gastrointestinal tract. It comprehensively cleanses the liver, intestines, and blood, enhancing digestion, improving metabolism, clearing skin conditions, and restoring hormonal balance.
How Virechan Panchakarma Works
In Ayurveda, Pitta dosha governs digestion, metabolism, liver function, and the quality of the blood. When Pitta accumulates excessively — due to diet, stress, or lifestyle — it leads to hyperacidity, skin disorders, liver dysfunction, inflammation, and hormonal imbalance. Virechan eliminates this excess Pitta through the intestinal tract, detoxifying the liver, cleansing the blood, and restoring metabolic balance.
Virechan Procedure at 6 Panchkarma & Wellness Center
Firstly you must visit our Ayurvedic Wellness Center in Mumbai. Virechan at 6 Panchkarma & Wellness Center is conducted under full medical supervision by qualified Ayurvedic doctor. The complete protocol — including pre-therapy Snehapan, main purgation day, and post-therapy Sansarjan Kram — is carefully planned and monitored to ensure patient safety, effective detoxification, and complete recovery.
Conditions Where Virechan Is Recommended
This Ayurvedic Pitta detox therapy is recommended for:
- Hyperacidity and gastrointestinal disorders
- Skin ailments linked to Pitta imbalance (psoriasis, eczema, acne)
- Liver dysfunction and metabolic disorders
- Hormonal irregularities and persistent inflammation
- Chronic constipation and digestive sluggishness
- Weight management assistance
Why Choose 6 Panchkarma & Wellness Center for Virechan Treatment?
- Qualified Ayurvedic doctor for complete medical supervision
- Precise herbal purgative formulations tailored per individual
- Classical Panchakarma protocols with careful monitoring
- Comprehensive pre-therapy and post-therapy care guidance
- Safe, hygienic therapy environment throughout the program
Virechan is a medically supervised Panchakarma procedure. Always undergo this therapy under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic doctor after a thorough health assessment.
