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Lavangathi Mathirai -A Siddha Medicine for Inducing Purgation

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  • Devipriya M.T.

    (Nandha Siddha Medical College and Hospital)

  • Nivethitha A.

    (Nandha Siddha Medical College and Hospital)

  • Jovita S.

    (Nandha Siddha Medical College and Hospital)

  • Vaishya K.S.

    (Nandha Siddha Medical College and Hospital)

  • Janani A.M.

    (Nandha Siddha Medical College and Hospital)

Abstract

The term Viresanam normalizes dearranged vatham. According to Siddha Vayathiya Thirattu, Lavangathi Mathirai contains six ingredients that induce purgation. This literature review validates the purgative action of Lavangathi mathirai through its chemical constituents and action. Substances such as eugenol, sodium tetra borate, mercuric ions, and purified mercury have a purgative action. The present study was undertaken evaluate the efficacy of Lavangathi mathirai in inducing purgation as a cleansing method and to improve metabolism and balance the three humours of the Siddha system. This study assesses the nature of purgation induced by Lavangathi Mathirai based on the onset of bowel movements, frequency of stools, and completeness of evacuation. These suggest that purgative is safe and effective.

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  • Devipriya M.T. & Nivethitha A. & Jovita S. & Vaishya K.S. & Janani A.M., 2026. "Lavangathi Mathirai -A Siddha Medicine for Inducing Purgation," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 13(2), pages 402-405, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjc:journl:v:13:y:2026:i:2:p:402-405
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