| Keyword | Rechana |
| Type | D.G. |
| Etymology/ Definition | विपक्वं यदपक्वं वा मलादि द्रवतां नयेत् । रेचयत्यपि तद् ज्ञेयं रेचनं त्रिवृता यथा । शा.सं. पू खं ४/७ |
| Reference | Sh.S.P.4/7 |
| Literary Meaning | M / W – purging |
| Implied Meaning | The Dravya , which cause purgation ( watery motions ) by enhancing liquefaction of digested or undigested waste product ( Pureesha Mala ). The action is seen in the Pakvaas`haya. |
| Elaboration | The action of Rechana differs from other laxatives in a way that tends to liquefy the fecal matter and thus resolve the occluding matter. It is the treatment modality of choice for vitiated Pitta Dosha . The Rechana Dravya has dominance of Prithvee and Aapa Mahaabhoota , both of which are Guru ( heavy to digest ) in nature. Hence they exhibit a natural tendency to move, displace downward. ( A. H. Su. 9 / 11 ) Compared to other forms it has a comparatively drastic action and the stool is watery in consistency. |
| Synonyms | Virechana |
| Contemporary Colloquial | Purgation |
| Antonym | Stambhana, Graahi |
Last updated on June 16th, 2021 at 09:41 am