AP Panchakarma & Detoxification 2

Question 1

Which preparatory procedure involves the application of medicated oil to the entire body before Panchakarma?

Accepted Answer

Abhyanga

Answer

Abhyanga (medicated oil massage) is a key Purvakarma (preparatory procedure) that loosens toxins before the main Panchakarma therapies.

Question 2

In Panchakarma, what is the term for the post-treatment regimen that includes diet, rest, and lifestyle guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Paschatkarma

Answer

Paschatkarma refers to the post-treatment phase that includes Samsarjana krama (graduated diet) and other rehabilitative measures after the main procedures.

Question 3

Which dosha imbalance is the PRIMARY indication for Virechana (therapeutic purgation)?

Accepted Answer

Pitta

Answer

Virechana is the primary Panchakarma procedure for Pitta dosha disorders, as it eliminates excess Pitta from the small intestine.

Question 4

What is the classical Ayurvedic term for the internal oleation (snehapana) used as preparation for Panchakarma?

Accepted Answer

Abhyantara snehana

Answer

Abhyantara snehana (internal oleation) involves oral administration of medicated ghee or oil to loosen toxins from deep tissues before elimination therapies.

Question 5

Which of the following is a contraindication for Vamana (therapeutic emesis)?

Accepted Answer

Extreme weakness or debility

Answer

Extreme weakness or debility (daurbalya) is a contraindication for Vamana because the procedure requires sufficient strength to withstand the emetic process.

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AP Panchakarma & Detoxification 2