Schizophrenia past 10 yrs not havingfood - #33538

For schizophrenia, one needs to continue allopathic medicine, suddenly don’t stop these medicines, she can take ayurvedic medicine parallely,as she starts feeling better she can reduce dosage under doctor’s advice and guidance. Start with Manasmitra vatikam 1-1-1 after food with water Mentat-DS syrup 2tsp twice daily after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with milk Do Nasya with Brahmi grith 2 drops in both nostril once daily Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins daily twice Learn Rajyoga meditation and practice daily Light massage on head with Brahmi oil. Sesame oil few drops in both ears at night.

HELLO NISHA JI, I understand your concern,someone close suffering from schizophrenia is really disheartening.Don’t worry, the following treatment plan will work for her. 1. Ashwagandharistha+ Saraswatarishtha - 2tsp each with 4tsp water twice a day after meal 2.Brahmi vati 2-0-2 after meals 3. Rogan Badam oil - 2-2 drops in each nostril either in the morning empty stomach or at bedtime. Diet- Adequate amount of water. Drinks to be consumed Homemade vegetable juices, coconut water, Herbal tea, Fruits juices, Amla juice, Red juice, Pumpkin Juice, Green juice.

Drinks to be avoided- .All Carbonated drinks, Energy drinks. .Beverages that contain tannic acid, Alcohol. .Eat walnut, cashew, soaked and peeled almonds. .Eat seasonal vegetables and fruits. Yoga- Anulom vilom, bhastrika, tratak,ujjayi Om chanting for 10 min daily. Lifestyle modifications - .Take atleast 7 hours of sound sleep. .Stress management -Through meditation, walking, journaling, gardening.

REVIEW AFTER 1 MONTH. Take care Regards, DR. ANUPRIYA

Your sister is experiencing active schizophrenia,which is a severe mental health condition affecting perception, thinking and behaviour The fact that she refuses food hears voices and becomes agitated. When medicines are stopped, indicates that are condition is still unstable and requires capable management. Continue prescribed allopathic medication under a psychiatrist guidance. Do not stop them suddenly. With that, you can start on Brahmi vati 1-0-1 Medha vati 1-0-1 Ashwagandha cap 1-0-1 Saraswathi aristha 15-0-15 ml with equal water Maintain regular sleep light exercise and calm environment Avoid stressful interactions and provide a gentle reassurance, as scolding can worsen the symptoms

Take manasamithra vatakam 1tab bd,smrithi sagar ras 1tab bd, bramhivati gold 1tab bd enough

Hello Nisha I understand your concern. Caring for a loved one with schizophrenia is very challenging, especially when they refuse food and have fluctuations depending on medication.but dont worry we are here to help you out😊

✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT

✅INTERNAL MEDICATION

1 Brahmi 1-0-1 after food – calms the mind, improves memory & concentration.

2 Shankhpushpi 15ml-0-15ml after food – reduces anxiety, aggression, promotes better sleep.

3. Jyotismathi capsule 1-0-1 after food – strong calming effect, reduces hallucinations & irritability.

4 Saraswatarishta 30ml-0-30ml after food – classical formulation for Unmada, improves speech, reduces blabbering.

✅PANCHAKARMA THERAPY (if feasible)

-Shirodhara (oil pouring on forehead) – very effective for calming voices, agitation.

-Shiro Abhyanga (head massage with Brahmi/Ashwagandha oil) – daily.

-Nasya (medicated nasal drops like Anu Taila) – helps balance mind channels.

-Takra Dhara (buttermilk pouring therapy) – reduces psychotic features & cools mind.

✅DIET AND LIFESTYLE

Since she refuses food, focus on Satvika ahara (pure, calming foods) ✅ Warm, freshly cooked, light meals. ✅ Milk with turmeric, ghee, saffron, or Brahmi. ✅ Fruits: apple, guava, grapes, pomegranate. ✅ Green moong dal khichdi, vegetable soups.

❌ Avoid

Excess chili, fried food, alcohol, stimulants (coffee/tea in excess). Day sleep, loneliness, overuse of mobile/TV (triggers voices).

Lifestyle Regular routine with sunlight exposure. Gentle yoga & pranayama (if cooperative- Anulom Vilom, Bhramari.

Do not discontinue allopathy suddenly. Ayurveda + Yoga + Satvika diet can gradually reduce dependency and improve her baseline.

Family support & positive environment are very important in her healing.

This condition needs long-term management (6–12 months minimum) with regular follow-up.

Wishing you a good health😊

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

1.Manasamitra Vatakam 2 tabs twice daily with milk 2.Saraswatarishta 20 ml twice daily with equal water 3.Brahmi Ghrita 1/2 tsp daily with warm milk or on empty stomach 4.Anu tail-2 drops in each nostril daily

- Abhyanga (oil massage): Use Brahmi Taila or Ksheerabala Taila daily to calm Vata and soothe nerves. - Shirodhara: If accessible, this therapy (warm oil stream on forehead) is deeply calming and transformative.

Diet & Lifestyle Tips - Warm, nourishing, sattvic food: khichdi, ghee, milk, moong dal, rice - Avoid spicy, sour, fermented, or processed foods - Gentle routine: fixed sleep/wake times, soft music, nature exposure - Chanting or listening to calming mantras (Om Namah Shivaya, Gayatri Mantra) daily

For better result you need to visit nearby ayurveda centre for panchkarma therapy

Addressing schizophrenia with Ayurveda is thoughtful, though it requires an integrated approach, often combining conventional treatments with alternative methods. Schizophrenia is a complex condition and if your sister avoids food and responds only to allopathic medication, it’s essential to ensure essential medical support remains consistent alongside any Ayurvedic interventions.

First, it seems there is a disturbance in the mind’s sattva–the clarity and peace aspect, influenced by heightened rajas (restlessness) and tamas (inertia). To bring balance, focus on routines that promote clear thinking and calmness. Introduce a regular sleeping schedule, ensuring she goes to bed and wakes up at the same time daily, along with spending time in nature for grounding benefits.

In terms of diet, emphasize sattvic foods - fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and dairy like warm milk with a pinch of turmeric and cardamom, avoiding stimulants like caffeine. Serve smaller, frequent meals to entice eating if she is resistant. Encourage hydration with warm herbal teas, possibly infused with ginger and mint if tolerated.

Ashwagandha can be helpful for stress support, but consult her healthcare provider before making any changes. Brahmi may support mental clarity, and it can be consumed in the form of powder or capsules, ideally in the morning on an empty stomach. Meditation and yoga (especially pranayama) can gradually restore mental balance.

Since immediate medical management is crucial, never substitute prescribed medicines with Ayurvedic remedies abruptly. Instead, discuss integration with her doctor to ensure safety and effectiveness. Professional guidance is crucial because of the complexity of schizophrenia. Engaging with a mental health specialist while introducing these holistic practices might offer a synergistic benefit. If her condition fluctuates significantly, seek medical attention without delay.

HELLO NISHA,

PLEASE REMEMBER= Schizophrenia is a chronic psychiatric illness that cannot be “cured completely” with Ayurveda alone. But Ayurveda + Allopathy together can make life much more stable and manageable.

-Schizophrenia is a serious imbalance of the mind and brain. -In Ayurveda, it is similar to Unmada (disturbance of vata, pitta,kapha doshas affecting Manas- mind) -Symptoms like hearing voices, talking to self, blabbering, scolding, not eating show that the mind’s coordination is disturbed. -This happens due to imbalance in brain chemicals (modern science) and dosha + Manas imbalance (Ayurveda)

So treatment needs 1) Stabilisation with modern medicines 2) Supportive Ayurveda for calming mind, nourishing brain, improving digestion, and balancing doshas

TREATMENT GOALS

1) SHORT - TERM= make her eat , sleep, take medicines, reduce aggression and hallucination

2) MEDIUM - TERM= improve clarity, reduce repeated relapses, bring regular daily routine

3) LONG- TERM= strengthen mind, stabilise mood, prevent recurrence, improve family harmony

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) SARASWATARISHTA= 15ml with equal water after meals twice daily =for speech, memory, calming, improving appetite

2) MAHAKALYANAK GHRITA= 2 tsp with warm milk in morning =classical medicine for psychosis, mood imbalance, nourishing brain

3) BRAHMI CAPSULES= 500mg twice daily after meals =improves concentration, reduces hallucinations, supports memory

4) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with milk at bedtime =reduces stress, promotes sleep, calms hyperactive mind

5) MANAS MITRA VATAKAM= 2 tabs at night with milk =traditional formulation used in Unmada for mental stability

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) OIL MASSAGE with Ksheerbala taila =relaxes nerves, improves sleep

2) NASYA= with Anu taila 2 drops in each nostril daily =balances head region doshas

LIFESTYLE AND DAILY ROUTINE -Fixed sleep schedule (early to bed, early rise) -gentle sunlight exposure in morning -avoid isolation-> keep her engaged in light household activites -keep environment calm, non-confrontational (do not argue when she is hearing voices) -encourage music therapy- soothing instrumental/vedic chants

ASANAS ADVICED (only if she is cooperative) -shavasana -vajrasana -sukhasana

PRANAYAM -Nadi sodhana= balances brain hemispheres -Bhramari= very calming -Deep diaphragmatic breathing

MEDITATION/GUIDED RELAXATION -simple 5-10 mins with family support

DIET -warm milk with turmeric or brahmi -cow’s ghee 2 tsp daily in food -fresh fruits- apple, pomegranate, guava, grapes -light meals= moong dal khichdi, vegetables soups, rice with ghee -dry fruits= soaked almonds, walnuts (brain tonics)

AVOID -excess spicy, oily, fried food -junk food, bakery items, processed sugar -fermented foods- pickles, vinegar, excess curd at night -tea,coffee, alcohol, smoking

HOME REMEDIES -Brahmi tea= boil brahmi leaves in water, drink warm -Ghee with warm milk at bedtime-> induces sleep -Soaked almonds and walnuts every morning -Tulssi and honey mixture for calming anxiety

-Schizophrenia is a lifelong condition-> but can be managed very well -Do not stop modern medicines suddenly. Ayurveda should be integrated as supportive therapy -Consistency is key- medicines, diet, lifestyle and therapies must be followed long term -family support, patience, and a calm environment are as important as medicines

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA