Snehapanam, done once a day on an empty stomach, is usually continued for 3 to 7 days depending on the type of illness. The exact duration and type of ghee to be used are decided by the doctor, considering the type of disease, age, place, climate, and body constitution.No other medicines, except the ghee, are taken during the treatment. A strict diet pattern has to be followed as per the doctor's advice. After snehapanam, purgation is strongly recommended.
During this treatment, we recommend fasting to our patients so that a good amount of energy is taken from sneha by their body. With an aim to nourish all the body parts, Snehapanam is given as a first therapy before performing other Ayurvedic treatments.