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Seeking Remedies for Long-Term Allergic Rhinitis
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Seeking Remedies for Long-Term Allergic Rhinitis - #35536

Shachie Wegad
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I'm suffering from allergic rhinitis from last 15 years and tried all type of treatment but not getting results.please help if u have any remedies for the same. Thank you in advance

Age: 45
Chronic illnesses: Allergic Rhinitis
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I completely understand how exit can feel to deal with constant sneezing nasal blockage and irritation despite trying so many treatments When this condition continues for such a long time, it shows that the body’s immune response has become over reactive and the inner mucosal lining of the nose and sinuses has weakened In ayurveda this happens when toxins from long term indigestion and environmental exposure mix with disturbed doshas making the body hypersensitive even to mild triggers like dust cold air or strong smells

Start on Haridra khanda 1/2 -0-1/2 tsp with warm water Sanjeevini vati 1-0-1 Laxmivilasa rasa 1-0-1 Sithophaladi churna 1/2 tsp with honey Drink turmeric milk Drink warm water throughout the day Avoid cold drinks curd citrus fruits bakery items excess sweet Anu taia -1 drop each nostril Do pranayama meditation

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NAMSTE ! FOR ALLERGIC RHINITIS YOU CAN START WITH 2 THINGHS ANU TAIL 2-2 DROP IN EACH NOSTRIL CHITRAK HAREETAKI 1/2 TSF WITH WARM WATER ONCE IN A DAY

AVOID OILY AND SPICY FOOD

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Start with Yastimadhu churan 1tsp twice daily after food with water and honey Giloy ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water and Do Nasya with Anu tel 2drops in both nostril once daily Steam inhalation twice daily with few drops of eucalyptus oil. Avoid processed spicy sugary fried street foods.

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Amrita Yastimadhu Churna - Amrita Drugs
Pentacare Guduchi Ghanavati - PentaCare
Vasu Aromatics Eucalyptus Essential Oil - Vasu Pharmaceuticals
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Avoid chilled, dairy products and bakery products. Regular breathing exercise. Steam inhalation twice a day. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab. Bresol 2-0-2 Tab. Immunocin 2-0-2 Follow up after 4weeks

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Don’t worry take brihath haridhrakhad 1tab bd, chitrakiharitaki lehyam 1tsp,laxmi vilas ras 1tab bd, vasarista 20ml bd enough

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Shwasari Kwath - Mulethi Kwath - Mix both the medicines. Take one teaspoon (around 5-7 grams) of this mixture and boil in 400 ml of water, until it reduces to 100 ml. Strain it and drink on an empty stomach in the morning and evening. Shwasari Rasa - Abhrak Bhasma - 05 grams Divya Pravala Pishti - 10 grams Divya Trikatu Churna - 10 grams Divya Sitopladi Churna - 25 grams Mix all the medicines and prepare 60 doses from this mixture. Take one dose every half-an-hour before breakfast and dinner with water / honey /cream. Laxmi Vilas Ras - Sanjeevani Vati - Take one tablet each thrice a day - after breakfast, lunch and dinner with lukewarm water or milk boiled with turmeric and cooled.

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1.Sitopaladi Churna 1 tsp twice daily with honey 2.Haridra khand 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk 3.Chitrak haritaki avaleha 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water 4.Anu taila - 2 drops in each nostril twice daily

Lifestyle & Diet Tips - Avoid: Cold foods, dairy, curd, bananas, and fried items. - Favor: Warm, cooked meals with ghee, ginger, turmeric, and cumin. - Include: Tulsi tea, black pepper, garlic, and seasonal fruits. - Practice: Neti kriya (nasal cleansing with saline water), followed by Anu Taila. - Try: Pranayama (Bhramari, Nadi Shodhana) and early sleep.

Bonus Support - Immunity boosters: Chyawanprash, Guduchi, Amla. - Stress management: Ashwagandha, Brahmi, Saraswatarishta. - Seasonal detox: Panchakarma (especially Nasya and Virechana) under supervision.

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HELLO SHACHIE WEGAD,

Allergic rhinitis is a chronic hypersensitivity condition that requires a long term , multi pronged approach

Allergic rhinitis in Ayurveda is commonly correlated with - vata kapha disorder, primarily involving pratisyaya(rhinitis) -ama(toxins) accumulation - rasa dhatu dushti(derangement in bodily fluids) - agni mandya- low digestive fire

GOAL OF TREATMENT -reduced hypersensitivity to allergens - remove accumulated Ama(toxins) - balance kapha and vata -treat runny nose, sneezing and watery eyes - boost respiratory immunity.

INTERNALLY START WITH

1) HARIDRA KHANDA= 1 tsp with warm milk twice daily In morning and night for 3-6 months = anti-allergic, reduces kapha, improves immunity.

2) SHITOPALADI CHURNA + YASTIMADHU + HONEY= 1 tsp + 1/2 tsp + 1 tsp honey, mix and take after meals twice daily for 3 months =stops sneezing, liquifies phlegm, soothes throat

3) TALISADI CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with honey after meals for 2 months =bronchodilator reduces congestion , PND

4) TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals for 8 weeks =improves digestive fire, burns toxins and enhances metabolism

5) CHYAWANPRASH= 1 tsp I’m morning with warm milk for long term = rejuvinator for respiratory system and immunity booster

6) PATHYADI KADHA= 20 ml with warm water after meals for 6 weeks = clears sinuses, headache relief, balance all three doshas

NASYA THERAPY -SHAD BINDU TAILA= 4 drops in each nostril daily morning after bath for 30-45 days =lubricates nasal passages, open sinuses, detoxifieskapha from head

IF FEASIBLE CAN GO FOR PANCHAKARMA FOR INSTANT RELIEF -VAMANA -BASTI

DIET TO BE FOLLOWED -warm, cooked food= moong dal, rice, cooked veggies - turmeric, ginger, black pepper - herbal teas- tulsi, licorice, cinnamon - cow ghee - lukewarm water throughout the day.

AVOID -cold raw food -ice creams, cold drinks, curd(esp at night) - bananas, oranges, guava -fried, oily, or stale food - milk + salt combination

PRANAYAM AND YOGA -anulom vilom= 10 min daily, balances prana, clears nasal blockages - bhramari= 5 min, soothes sinuses and nerves - jal neti= 2-3 timmes/week, physically cleans nasal passages -suryanamskar =5 rounds, boosts immunity , circulation

HOME REMEDIES -turmeric+ honey paste(1:1)= 1/2 tsp twice a day - tulsi-ginger decocotion= 1 cup daily -steam inhalation with ajwain twice daily - ghee drop in nostrils at night for dryness

EXPECTED TIMELINE

DURATION 2-4 WEEK= reduced sneezing, PND 2-3 month= less recurrence 4-6 months= long term control, tissue healing

DURING SEASONAL PREVENTION - repeat nasya, rasayana pre-winter and spring= prevent relapse

If Constipation or digestion is impaired, begin with TRIPHALA CHURNA- 1 tsp at night -for post nasal drip+ sinus pressure= mix of trikatu churna+ honey -avoid suppressing natural urges(like sneezing, yawing, burping)- worsen vata kapha disorders

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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SIMPLE daily morning and night 2 drop inside with dropr at nostrils use cow ghee Tab HISTAMINE 2-0-2 this is safe and antihistamine tab ayurveda formula Use 6 month and definitely give best results Avoid dust air direct your face . Wear mask evey time

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Follow some simple lifestyle changes and dietary changes and you will see results for your problem.

✔️Do’s✔️ Eat freshly cooked food. Drink warm water. Lunch and dinner on fixed timings. 100 steps after every meal. If possible dinner as early as 7-8 pm.

🧘‍♀️ Yogasan : 🧘‍♀️ 1. Pawanmuktasana 2. Bhujangasana 3. Dhanurasana 4. Paschimottanasana 5. Ardha Matsyendrasana 6. Vajrasana 7. Supta Matsyendrasana

🧘‍♀️ Pranayam: 🧘‍♀️ 1. Bhramari 2.Bhasrika 3.Kapalbhati 4.Jyoti Tratak 5. Anulom Vilom

❌Don’ts:❌ Packed and processed food. Ready to eat items. Oily and spicy food. Sour and fermented products. Dals (only moong dal can be eaten) Besan Raw vegetables and sprouts Curd Reduce dairy intake.

💊Medication 💊

Cap. Nelsin (S.G.Phytopharma) 2 caps twice a day before food Tab. Sanjivani Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food

Chitrak Haritaki Avleham 1 tsp early in the morning

Tab. Gandharva Haritaki 3 tabs at bedtime with a cup of hot water.

Anu Tailam 2 drops in each nostril early in the morning. If poosible take 15 mins plain water steam before putting drops.

Follow this regime for 3 months

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According to Ayurveda, allergic rhinitis aligns with “Vata-Kapha Pradhana Pratishaya” — meaning excess mucus, nasal congestion, sneezing, and hypersensitive nasal mucosa due to low immunity and Agni imbalance. Long-term allergy often arises from: Weak digestion (Agnimandya) Ama (metabolic toxins) accumulation Seasonal exposure (Vata and Kapha aggravation) Overreaction of the immune system So, treatment must aim at: ✅ Clearing Ama ✅ Strengthening Agni ✅ Calming Kapha & Vata dosha ✅ Enhancing nasal immunity (Ojas & Prana balance) 🌼 Stage-Wise Plan 1️⃣ Internal Ayurvedic Medicines (mild and long-term safe) Condition Ayurvedic Formulation Dosage* Duration Chronic allergy & sneezing Haridra Khanda 1 tsp with warm milk twice daily 3 months Nasal blockage, watery discharge Sitopaladi Churna + Godanti Bhasma (1:1) 1/2 tsp with honey twice daily 1–2 months Low immunity / recurrent attacks Chyawanprash (good brand, sugar-free if diabetic) 1 tsp every morning Long-term Frequent headaches, sinus pressure Trikatu churna (tiny pinch after meals) Once daily with warm water 1 month Overall energy & anti-allergic Giloy (Guduchi) tablet 500 mg 1 tablet twice daily 2–3 months *Doses are for adults; best to start with half-dose for 5–7 days to test tolerance. 2️⃣ Nasal & Local Treatments 🔹 Daily Nasya (Oil Drops in Nose) Use Anu Taila or Shadbindu Taila – 2 drops in each nostril morning and evening after mild steam. Clears sinuses, lubricates mucosa, reduces sneezing & congestion. 🔹 Steam inhalation Add 1 pinch turmeric or 1 drop eucalyptus oil to boiling water. Inhale 2–3 times/week (avoid directly after meals). 3️⃣ Diet & Lifestyle (Very Important) 🚫 Avoid: Cold drinks, curd, ice cream, banana, fermented foods, bakery items. Exposure to dust, smoke, perfume, pets, and sudden temperature change. ✅ Include: Warm water with a pinch of turmeric daily morning. Ginger-tulsi tea with honey. Fresh fruits (except banana), soups, moong dal khichdi. Regular pranayama (Anulom-Vilom, Bhramari 5–10 mins daily). Early sleep and morning nasal cleansing (Jal-Neti once/twice weekly).

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For long-term allergic rhinitis, Ayurveda often approaches it by balancing the doshas, particularly Kapha and Vata. Analyzing your lifestyle, diet, and prakriti would be beneficial. One key aspect is to enhance your Agni, the digestive fire, to reduce ama (toxins) in the body which can contribute to allergens.

You might start by incorporating a Kapha-pacifying diet. Avoid cold, heavy, and oily foods like dairy, wheat, and processed sugars that aggravate Kapha. Favor warm foods, with spices such as ginger, black pepper, and turmeric to boost digestion. Try to include these spices in your meals or have them as herbal teas. Trikatu, a combination of pepper, long pepper, and ginger, is particularly useful for clearing the respiratory pathways.

Neti pot or nasal irrigation can be useful to remove impurities from your nasal passages. Make sure to use lukewarm saline water, and try doing this in the morning to reduce rhinitis symptoms throughout the day.

Regular practice of Pranayama, particularly Anulom Vilom and Bhastrika, help to strengthen your respiratory system and cleanse the Nadis. Doing these practices in a clean, natural environment is ideal.

Ayurvedic herbs such as Tulsi and Yashtimadhu could offer relief. Tulsi tea in the morning and a decoction of Yashtimadhu might soothe symptoms. Another herbal remedy to consider is Sitopaladi churna taken with honey. Consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner before beginning any herbal therapy to ensure it aligns with your unique constitution and current health status.

With lifestyle, aim for consistent daily routines, especially sleep and meal schedules. Stress management through Yoga or meditation supports the healing process.

If symptoms persist, please keep consulting with both Ayurveda and modern medical specialists, as personalized attention is always essential in chronic conditions.

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In dealing with long-term allergic rhinitis, it’s often rooted in an imbalance of the Kapha dosha, sometimes alongside Vata disturbances. This condition can congest your body’s channels and lead to recurrent symptoms. A key aspect is to address your unique prakriti and any underlying issues with the digestive fire or agni.

First, consider incorporating Trikatu, a combination of ginger, black pepper, and long pepper, into your daily routine. These herbs help balance Kapha and stimulate agni. You can take 1/4 teaspoon with warm water before meals. It’s a simple step but effective if followed consistently.

Nasal drops using Anu Taila may also help. Apply 2 drops in each nostril every morning on an empty stomach. This oil aids in clearing nasal passages and provides lubrication to the mucous membranes. Don’t forget to gently massage your face afterwards, especially around the sinus areas.

Diet is essential too. Avoid heavy, greasy food items that can increase Kapha, as well as cold or refrigerated foods. Opt for lighter, warmer meals, incorporating plenty of spices like cumin and coriander.

Practicing yoga postures like Bhujangasana (cobra pose) and Matsyasana (fish pose) may further clear blocked energy channels. Usually performed on an empty stomach, they enhance respiratory health and reduce stress, a common exacerbator of symptoms.

Lastly, for severe or persistent symptoms, it’s crucial to consult a healthcare provider. They may need to rule out possible complications or offer additional interventions. Always prioritize safety and ensure any treatment integrates well with your lifestyle and other medical advice.

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