AYURVEDA CONCEPT OF DEEPNA AND PANCHANA CHIKITSA AND ITS CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE
Abstract
Deepana-Pachana therapy is a crucial approach in Ayurveda, which involves the oral administration of specific medications to enhance and support the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Deepana, the appetizer component, stimulates Agni but does not digest Ama. The Pachana drugs, categorized as digestives, focus on breaking down Ama without necessarily increasing Agni. Deepana drugs aid in the separation of Dosha from Dathu, the body tissues. Deepana-Pachana Chikitsa, an integral therapy within Ayurveda, is highly effective in treating various ailments while improving Agni's functionality. Deepana-Pachana Chikitsa plays a pivotal role in restoring the normal functioning of the digestive system.
Key-Words: Ayurveda, Agni, Deepana, Panchana, Digestive
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