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What is the treatment of Basti in Ayurveda?

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Basti uses a medicated oil or herbal decoction, chosen and timed by the doctor after an assessment.
AMRUT AYU CARE™ · Panchakarma Therapy

What Is Basti Treatment in Ayurveda?

A short answer on Basti, the medicated enema of Panchakarma: its main types, how long a course runs and what a sitting costs.

Key Takeaways
Basti gives medicated oil or a herbal decoction through the rectum, mainly to settle Vata.
The two main types are Anuvasana (oil) and Niruha (decoction); Matra Basti is a small daily oil dose.
A course runs from a few days to about 30 days, set by the doctor. Sittings cost ₹500 to ₹1,300.
Not for everyone. Basti is deferred in pregnancy, with diarrhoea, rectal bleeding, an acute fever or illness, and after recent abdominal surgery. The doctor checks your history first, and prescribed medicines continue as directed.
4.9 ★
from 52 Google reviews, Ghorpadi and Hadapsar (checked Sep 2026)
15+ years
Dr. Prashant Amrutkar, M.D., PhD Scholar (Panchakarma)
12+ years
Dr. Amruta Amrutkar, M.D. Ayurveda
2 clinics
with full Panchakarma: Ghorpadi and Manjri Bk, Hadapsar

Basti is the Panchakarma procedure in which a medicated oil or herbal decoction is given through the rectum. Ayurveda uses it mainly to settle Vata, the dosha of movement. At AMRUT AYU CARE™ it is planned by our doctors after an assessment, at the Ghorpadi and Manjri Bk, Hadapsar branches. For the full patient guide, see the Basti page linked below. Call 8698282507.

The Main Types of Basti

Anuvasana Basti
Medicated oil or ghee that stays in the body for a while. ₹1,000 per sitting.
Niruha (Asthapana) Basti
A herbal decoction with oil and honey that is passed out soon after. ₹1,300 per sitting.
Matra Basti
A small daily dose of oil, gentle enough for many patients. ₹500 per sitting.
Ksheera Basti
A milk-based Basti for selected patients. ₹1,300 per sitting.

Where Basti Is Used

Ayurveda uses Basti where Vata is the main problem, such as long-standing constipation, back and joint pain, and some women's health concerns. The doctor decides whether it suits you, which type, and how many days.

Read the Full Basti Guide

Basti runs at our Ghorpadi (Main) and Manjri Bk, Hadapsar branches, where full Panchakarma facilities operate. Our Basti treatment guide covers preparation, the do's and don'ts during a course, and aftercare.

Related reading: Basti Panchakarma Treatment: Patient Guide, and Panchakarma Treatment in Pune: The 5 Therapies Explained.

Reviewed by Dr. Prashant Amrutkar and Dr. Amruta Amrutkar
M.D., PhD Scholar (Panchakarma), 15+ years · M.D. Ayurveda, 12+ years · AMRUT AYU CARE™, Pune
Response to Basti differs from person to person, and no result is promised. This page is educational and not a substitute for a consultation.
Questions patients ask

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days of Basti are needed?

It depends on the condition and the plan. Courses run from a few days to about 30 days, and the doctor sets the schedule.

Is Basti painful?

It is usually not painful. A fine, lubricated tube is used and the sitting takes a few minutes.

What does Basti cost?

₹500 to ₹1,300 per sitting depending on the type, at Ghorpadi and Manjri Bk, Hadapsar.

4.9 ★
from 52 Google reviews, Ghorpadi and Hadapsar (checked Sep 2026)
15+ years
Dr. Prashant Amrutkar, M.D., PhD Scholar (Panchakarma)
12+ years
Dr. Amruta Amrutkar, M.D. Ayurveda
2 clinics
with full Panchakarma: Ghorpadi and Manjri Bk, Hadapsar
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