Charaka Samhita | Microschool Dev

The Charaka Samhita is a Sanskrit text that builds upon the earlier Agnivesha Samhita. It is a comprehensive treatise on physiology, diagnosis, anatomy, and therapeutics. The Samhita details theories of the [[Tridosha|Tridosha]] (three humors: Vata, Pitta, Kapha) and offers insights into the causes, symptoms, and treatments for a vast array of diseases. Alongside the [[Sushruta Samhita|Sushruta Samhita]], it forms part of the [[Brhat Trayi|Brhat Trayi]], the "Great Trio" of foundational Ayurvedic texts, solidifying its status as a vital historical and medical document.