Panchakarma Protocol
Raktamokshana (Bloodletting - General)
in Bengaluru
Raktamokshana is the fifth primary procedure of Panchakarma, dedicated to the expulsion of vitiated blood (Rakta) and deep-seated Pitta toxins. It is the fastest and most effective way to treat severe, acute skin diseases, gout, and systemic inflammatory conditions.
Clinical Benefits
- Instantly relieves severe itching, burning, and redness in chronic skin diseases
- Dramatically reduces acute joint swelling and excruciating pain in Gout (Vatarakta)
- Clears deep-seated toxins that do not respond to oral medications
- Purifies the blood, improving skin complexion and preventing recurrent boils/abscesses
Clinical Procedure
1. Preparation (Purvakarma)
- • The patient undergoes mild internal oleation and localized heat.
2. Main Action (Pradhana Karma)
Raktamokshana is a broad category encompassing several methods: Leeches (Jalauka) for Pitta/blood issues, Venesection (Siravyadha) for systemic issues, Cupping (Alabu) for Kapha, or Horn/Scraping (Pracchanna).
3. Post-Therapy (Paschatkarma)
- • Bleeding is stopped using specific astringent herbal powders and tight bandaging.
- • Patient must rest and take a very light, blood-building diet.
Patient FAQs
Is letting blood out safe?
When done by a qualified Ayurvedic surgeon after proper assessment of the patient's strength and blood levels, it is incredibly safe. The volume of blood removed is small and highly regulated.
Medically Reviewed by Dr Abhiram SSBAMS (Reg No: 36991)
Chief Consultant, Ayurvedic Rheumatology & Dermatology • Updated: 2026-07-24
Protocol Details
Duration
Varies by method, usually 15 to 45 minutes.Frequency
Used acutely as needed, or periodically in chronic diseases.Primary Indications
condition-goutcondition-psoriasiscondition-eczemacondition-alopecia-areata
Contraindications
- Anemia, severe weakness, or bleeding disorders (hemophilia)
- Pregnancy
- Patients with widespread generalized swelling (edema) without localized inflammation