Abstract

ROLE OF PANCHKARMA IN NASA ROGA: A LITERARY REVIEW

Bhakti Chhaya and Abhishek Tiwari*

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Abstract

Panchakarma is the detoxifying techniques of the body, which is mentioned for strengthening the immune system and restoring balance and well-being. It includes Vamana, Virechana, Nasya, Anuvasana Basti and Asthapana Basti. These procedures are indicated in different type of the diseases, to eliminate the morbid dosas from the body. Rakta Mokshana is included in Sodhana Karma by Acharya Susrutha, this procedure is especially indicated in Nasapaka. According to indicated in (i.e., Siravydha) is a prime or half of the treatment. These Sodhana procedures are frequently observed in the management of Urdhajatrugata Roga. Usually in Nasaroga, excess morbid Doshas from head are eliminated by nearest possible opening, the nose; this procedure is called as Nasyakarma. Even though Nasyakarma is the ultimate therapy for Nasa roga, all other eliminating procedures are also prescribing in Nasa roga.

Keywords: Panchakarma, Shalakya, Vamana, Virechan, Nasya, Raktamokshana.