Overview

Trivrit is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for skin disorders. Trivrit is Ayurveda's go-to Virechana herb. Shveta root, 3-5g with warm water, clears Pitta-Kapha, resolves Kushtha skin disease and stubborn constipation.

How Trivrit Helps with Skin Disorders

According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Trivrit has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing skin disorders:

Potency (Virya): Ushna (hot)
Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Katu (pungent), Madhura (sweet)
Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry), Tikshna (sharp)

Safety & Precautions

Trivrit is a genuine purgative, so respect it. Used properly it is described as gentle for its class, but it is not something to take casually or for long stretches.

Who Should Avoid It

Pregnancy: our sources list pregnancy as a contraindication.
High Vata: Vata is the dry, airy principle in Ayurveda. Trivrit is light, dry and sharp, and our sources advise against it when Vata is already high.

Variety Matters

The black (Krishna) variety is more drastic than the white (Shveta). The white root is preferred for gentler action.

Griping

Ayurvedic practitioners typically add antispasmodic herbs to prevent griping, meaning bowel cramps.

Drug Interactions

Our sources note no known drug and herb interactions. That is not the same as proven safety, so tell your doctor if you take any medication.

Signs of overdose are not specified in the classical sources we draw on. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner before using Trivrit.

Other Herbs for Skin Disorders

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Acacia Acacia concinna DC.

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Agarwood Aquilaria agallocha Roxb.

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Alexandrian Laurel Ochrocarpus longifolius Benth. & Hook. f.; Calophyllum inophyllum Linn.

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Aloe Vera Aloe barbadensis Mill. (Syn. A. vera Tourn. ex Linn.)

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Alum Potash Alum

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Amla Emblica officinalis

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Annatto Bixa orellana Linn.

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Apamarga Achyranthes aspera Linn.

See all herbs for skin disorders on the Skin Disorders page.

Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.