Sanskrit Verse
रूपालोचनतः स्मृतं दृशि गतं तत् आलोचकम्।
— (Ashtanga Hrudayam, Sutrasthana 12/12 - part of verse)
Explanation
Alochaka Pitta is located in the eyes (Drishti). Its sole function is to govern vision and the perception of light and color (‘Alochana’ means to see or perceive).
Clinical Importance
All functions of the eyes, from simple sight to the health of the retina, are governed by Alochaka Pitta. Its imbalance leads to various eye diseases, poor vision, and inflammatory conditions of the eyes.