Hello Thank you for reaching out with your concern. Insomnia with restlessness is a very common issue in today’s lifestyle but dont worry we are here to help you out😊
You’ve mentioned that you are taking Nexito Plus (Escitalopram + Clonazepam), which acts as a sedative and anti-anxiety medicine.
Ayurveda offers gentle and natural alternatives that calm the nervous system, induce restful sleep, and gradually reduce dependency on such medicines (always under physician guidance).
✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
✅INTERNAL MEDICATION
1. Manasmitra Vatakam – 0-1-2 after lunch take 1 tablet and at bed time take 2 tablet with milk. ( Excellent for anxiety, insomnia, and stress.)
2. Brahmi Vati – 1 tablet twice daily with water or milk. ( Improves sleep, memory, and reduces restlessness.)
3. Saraswatarishta – 15 ml with equal water after dinner. ( Calms the mind and improves quality of sleep.)
4. Ashwagandha Churna – 1 tsp daily with warm milk. at bed time ( Acts as a natural adaptogen and stress reliever.)
✅PANCHAKARMA THERAPIES
If possible, undergo these treatments in an Ayurvedic center:
1. Shiro Abhyanga (Head Massage) with Brahmi Taila– (Relaxes mind and improves sleep quality.)
2. Shirodhara with Jatamansi Taila (Profoundly calms the mind and regulates sleep cycle.)
3. Nasya with Anu Taila (2 drops each nostril) ( Balances Prana Vata and clears mental stress.)
✅EXTERNAL TREATMEMT AT HOME
1. Shiro Abhyanga (Head Massage) with Brahmi Taila– (Relaxes mind and improves sleep quality.)
✅DIET AND LIFESTYLE
✅Include
Warm, nourishing meals with ghee, milk, and moong dal. Bedtime drink: warm milk with ¼ tsp Ashwagandha or Nutmeg powder. Soaked almonds, dates, and figs in the morning for strength.
❌Avoid:
Caffeine, alcohol, or late-night meals. Excess screen time and emotional stimulation before bed. Skipping meals or fasting for long periods (increases Vata).
✔️Sleep Hygiene:
Maintain a fixed sleep–wake routine. Take a warm bath or foot massage with sesame oil before bed. Listen to calming instrumental or Vedic chants (like Shanti Mantra).
✅Yogic & Mind-Body Practices
Pranayama: Bhramari, Anulom Vilom for 10–15 mins daily. Yoga Asanas: Shavasana, Balasanabefore bed. Meditation: 10 minutes daily before sleep to quiet the mind.
With consistent Ayurvedic regimen and gentle mind–body practices, you can experience: Noticeable reduction in restlessness within 2–3 weeks
Warm regards, Dr Snehal Vidhate
Take manasamithra vatakam 1tab bd, shankapushi syrup 20ml bd, Brahmi vati gold 1tab bd bd enough
HELLO,
You are experiencing -severe anxiety -insomnia (difficulty sleeping, restless nights) -on nexito plus
AYURVEDIC VIEW -VATA DOSHA= has become aggravated-> causes restlessness, overthinking, insomnia, nervousness, ringing. in ears -PITTA DOSHA= is also disturbed due to stress-> causing irritability, tension. -Mind and nervous system are not balanced -Sleep is governed by Tarpaka kapha and calm vata. When these are disturbed-> insomnia, fear, anxiety arise
So, your condition is mainly vata-pitta imbalance, with associated rajas (mental hyperactivity) and tamas (disturbed sleep quality)
TREATMENT GOALS -Calm vata-> reduce fear, anxiety, nervousness -pacify pitta-> control stress, irritability -nourish nervous system and mind -improve sleep naturally -strengthen heart and circulation -build resilience-> so symptom dont keep coming back
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) BRAHMI VATI (with gold)= 1 tab morning with milk =improves memory, calms mind, reduces anxiety
2) SARASWATARISHTA= 15 ml with equal water after lunch and dinner =works as a nerve tonic, improves sleep and speech, reduces stress
3) ASHWAGANDHARISHTA= 15 ml with equal water at night after dinner =strenghtens nerves, reduces stress, helps with sleep
4) MANASMITRA VATAKAM= 1 tab at night with warm milk =potent for severe anxiety, fear, insomina
5) ARJUNARISHTA= 15ml with equal water after lunch =good for heart support
DURATION= minimum 2-3 months,
EXTERNAL THERAPIES
1) SHIRO ABHYANGA= head massage with chandanadi taila daily before bed
2) PADABHYANGA = oil massage of feet with ghee, very calming, promotes sleep
3) NASYA= instill 2 drops of Anu taila in each nostril daily morning =strenghtens nerves , reduces anxiety
LIFESTYLE CHANGES ROUTINE= fixed sleep wake time, eat meals on time, avoid late nights
AVOID STIMULANTS= tea, coffee, alcohol, smoking
SCREEN DETOX= no phone/TV at least 1 hour before sleep
SOCIALIZING= start with gentle eposure- spend time with supportive family/friends
STRESS REDUCTION= write down worries before bed-> helps clear mind
YOGA ASANAS -Shavasana= for deep relaxation -Balasana -Viparita karani -vajrasana after meals = helps digestion and calms mind
PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= balances mind -Bhramari= especially good for tinnitus and anxiety -Sheerali/sheetkari= to cool down pitta
MEDITATION -10 minutes of mantra chanting (Om or So-ham) daily
DIET -warm, soft, freshly cooked food -khichdi, mung dal soups, oats with milk, ghee -sweet fruits banana, papaya, grapes -cow’s ghee in moderation -milk with nutmeg or turmeric at night for sleep
AVOID -cold, dry, stale foods -excess spicy, sour, fired foods -tea, coffee, aerated drinks -heavy meals late at night
HOME REMEDIES -Nutmeg powder= 1 pinch with warm milk at night -Triphala= 1 tsp with warm water at night if constipation -Warm water bath with a few drops of lavender oil before bed
-Your condition is treatable with proper Ayurvedic support. Anxiety and sleeplessness are natural consequences of vata-pitta imbalance, not a sign of weakness. with combination of internal , external therapies , calming lifestyle , diet correction, yoga, and stress management you can gradually restore balance
kidly never abruptly stop Nexito plus along with that start ayurveda then taper under superivision
BE PATIENT= results come steadily not overnight but within 4-6 weeks most people see good improvement and within 3-6 months a lasting balance can be achieved
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
1.Tagara tablets 2 tab at bedtime with water 2.Saraswatarishta 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 3.Brahmi Ghrita 1 tsp at bedtime with warm milk or warm water
Therapies & Lifestyle Support - Shirodhara: Warm oil poured on the forehead—deeply calming. - Abhyanga: Daily warm oil massage with Brahmi or Bala oil. - Nasya with Anu Taila: Clears mental fog and supports sleep. - Trataka (Candle gazing): Calms the mind before bed.
