Ayurveda, or ancient Indian medicine, is based on ancient writings and takes a comprehensive approach to both mental and physical well-being. Ayurvedic medicineis one of the world's oldest medical systems and is still used in traditional health care in India. Ayurvedaadvocates the use of Shodhanaand Shamana to treat various illnesses. Virechana karma(purgation) is included under Panchakarmas or five purificatory methods. Virechana karmais the process of removing doshasfrom the body through the Adhobhaga (lower orifice). It helps with health promotion in addition to helping to eliminate doshas (humours). Virechanaand other purification techniques are necessary before initiating Rasayana therapy (rejuvenation). The effect of Virechanamay be so strong, according to Kashyapasamhita, that it may improve the quality of Beejaor sperm and ovum. The classics identify several medications with the ability to cause Virechana.Ushna, Teekshna, Sukshma, Vyavayi, and Vikashi Gunasare qualities of medications that produce Virechana Karmaand are entirely or partially present in Virechana Dravyas. Though all Virechana medications are Panchabhautik, Pritviand Aap Mahabhutaare dominating in their composition. All the drugs which possess Pritvi and Aap Mahabhutacannot produce Virechanabut the inherent property to move downwards are especially due to Adhobhagahara Prabhavaof the drug.