Your Kundali presents a picture of your life. It reflects your character, your life’s path, and the course that your destiny will take. However, some planetary combinations bring prosperity and harmony, while others bring obstacles and losses. One such planetary combination creating illusion and confusion is Vish Dosha, also known as Vish Chandal Dosha in Kundali.

So, what is the Vish Dosha meaning? The meaning of ‘Vish’ is poison, which symbolises negativity and brings instability in your life. Then how is it formed? This Dosha occurs when 

*Saturn and Moon are in the same house or Saturn aspects Moon. 

*Parivartana Yoga occurs, i.e., when the Moon and Saturn exchange houses.

*Saturn is in Shravana, Rohini, or Hasta Nakshatra

*Saturn transits the Moon or Moon transits Saturn.

*The Moon represents our emotions. So, if the Moon is in Pushya, Anuradha, or Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra, it may create imbalance or pose a challenge.

Its effects are strong when Saturn aspects the Moon in the 7th house, whereas its effects are mild when Saturn aspects the Moon in the 3rd or 10th house. However, in certain astrological conditions, when Saturn is in the Cancer sign or in Moon signs like Aquarius or Capricorn, there is also Vish Dosh in the Kundali. 

This Dosh is often known as Chandra Mouli Yoga, Punarphoo Yoga, or Shani Chandra Yoga. It also occurs when Saturn is conjunct Rahu or Ketu, or when the Moon is conjunct these malefic planets. 

Further, this Dosh is the reflection of karma that affects its native both emotionally and spiritually. Thus, the intensity of Vish Dosha varies from person to person, and its effects are often temporary, surfacing strongly only during certain planetary periods. 
 

How Many Types of Vish Dosha Are There?

The types of Vish Dosh depend upon the position of planets in the horoscope. 

* Saturn–Rahu Vish Dosh: 

It is the most common and powerful form of Vish Dosh. It occurs when Saturn and Rahu are together or they aspect each other in the birth chart. So, how does it work? Saturn represents hard work, discipline, and karma, whereas Rahu represents obsession, illusion, and shortcuts. Therefore, when these two energies combine, natives often face a clash between discipline and desire. It means that natives may want quick success but may also encounter repeated delays or failures. Further, this Vish Dosh becomes most active during Saturn Mahadasha and Rahu Antardasha, or Rahu Mahadasha and Saturn Antardasha. It can also show effects when either planet transits important houses, such as the 1st, 5th, 7th, 8th, or 10th.

*Saturn–Ketu Vish Dosh: 

Saturn is the realistic planet, whereas Ketu is the planet of detachment. Consequently, the Saturn-Ketu combination results in an energy clash. The native may be spiritual yet emotionally detached. How does this combination work? Saturn wants you to face your duties and responsibilities, but Ketu detaches you from material desires. Therefore, these two planets pull natives in opposite directions, i.e., you are confused between the materialistic world and inner withdrawal. This Dosh becomes active during Saturn or Ketu Mahadasha or Antardasha, especially when it is placed in Karma houses, i.e., 10th or 6th house or in relationship houses, i.e.  7th or 8th houses. This Dosh creates detachment, fear, or a lack of satisfaction. It impacts more during spiritual or emotional phases.

*Rahu–Moon Vish Dosh (Vish Chandal Yog):

This Yog directly affects the mind and emotions because the Moon represents the mind, and Rahu represents illusion or confusion. When Rahu joins the Moon, it clouds the mind with overthinking, emotional instability, or unrealistic fears.  Therefore, the native may struggle to make clear decisions. So when does it have the strongest effect? It is during Rahu Mahadasha and Moon Antardasha or Moon Mahadasha and Rahu Antardasha. Further, it also becomes active during emotional phases of life, such as marriage or major career shifts.

What are the disadvantages of Vish Yog? When illusory planets Rahu and Ketu influence the mind, i.e. Moon or wisdom, i.e., Jupiter, the person may struggle with inner confusion and indecisiveness, like:

*The Chandra Vish Yog natives often experience mood fluctuations, sleeplessness, or emotional ups and downs. They may overthink situations and feel misunderstood by others.

*The natives of Guru Vish Yog might face challenges in education, finances, or moral decision-making. At times, they might find themselves in wrong associations or make choices that lead to regret.

So, is Vish Yog good or bad? While it is generally considered a malefic combination, it does not always result in harm. In fact, if the person learns to channel this energy wisely, it can lead to benefits. The same planetary combination that brings confusion can also enhance intuition, creativity, and flexibility. Therefore, you can convert challenges into strengths by using heightened emotional or analytical depth positively. However, when the Dosha remains unbalanced, it can cause mental tension, financial setbacks, relationship misunderstandings, and instability in thought processes. Kaal Sarp Dosha is as dangerous as Vish Dosha. But need not worry, the astrologers at Best Jyotish suggest the remedies to overcome its malefic effect.
 

What Are Effective Remedies for Vish Dosh?

Best astrologer at Best Jyotish suggests several practical and spiritual remedies that can reduce the intensity of Vish Dosha and restore mental peace:

*Perform Vish Dosh Pooja, Rahu Shanti Pooja, Chandra Graha Shanti, or Guru Rahu Chandal Dosh Nivaran Pooja to balance planetary energies. 

*Chant Rahu Beej Mantra, for 108 times daily- “Om Bhram Bhreem Bhroum Sah Rahave Namah”. You can also chant Chandra Beej Mantra on Mondays - “Om Shraam Shreem Shraum Sah Chandraya Namah”

*Generally, wearing Moti in silver or Pukhraj in gold is advisable. But we suggest wearing gemstones only after consulting an experienced astrologer.

*Best Jyotish suggests another simple remedy, which is donating white items or keeping fast on Mondays. You may also donate black sesame seeds, mustard oil, or blankets on Saturdays.

*Since Vish Dosha primarily affects the mind, we suggest meditating daily.

Though Vish Dosha causes confusion and imbalance, by following the right remedies, you can convert it into a source of strength and spirituality.