Dear Anand, This is Dr. Vinayak. Respiratory issues becomes difficult to manage specially with the habit of smoking. So the 1st thing I suggest is to quit smoking, it’s difficult but u can taper it down slowly.
Treatment : 1. Nayopayam kashayam 15ml TID after food with warm water and u can also use this upto 50ml during the asthma attack. 2. Sitopaladi churna - 3g with ghee BD 3. Sameerapannaga rasa - BD with honey 4. Vyaghri haritaki leha - 1tsf at night with warm milk
Dietary recommendations Do’s : Have warm freshly cooked food. Have dinner as early as possible with 7 pm will be good. Use jeera and pinch of ginger infused water for drinking. Have warm soups Stay hydrated.
Don’ts: Avoid Maida, cold food and drinks, bakery food, meat. Avoid spicy and masala food as it may trigger the symptoms. Avoid heavy meals. Avoid gas forming vegetables like legumes and cabbage etc.
Lifestyle recommendations Keep yourself warm in winter and rainy seasons. Avoid exposure to cold environment,dust and fumes.
Pranayama and yoga In your case, bhastrika Pranayama will be more helpful. Ujjayi Pranayama. Regular suryamaskara. Trikonasana Ustrasana.
These type of respiratory disorder require continuous monitoring, So let me know, if these recommendations were helpful.
Take care. Thank you
1.Haridra khand 1 tsp with warm milk empty stomach in the morning 2.Sitopladi churna 1 tsp + Talisadi churna 1/2 tsp twice daily with honey 3.Vasavaleha 1 tsp twice daily 30-60 min before meals with warm milk 4.Shwasa Kuthar Rasa 1 tab twic e daily with warm water after meals 5.Anu taila-2 drops in each nostril in morning
🧘♂️ Supportive Routine - Steam inhalation with tulsi or eucalyptus oil daily. - Avoid cold exposure: Use warm clothing and avoid cold drinks. - Quit smoking: Essential for lung recovery and reducing inflammation. - Diet: Avoid dairy, fried, and sour foods. Prefer warm, cooked meals with turmeric, ginger, and garlic. - Sleep early, reduce stress, and practice gentle breathing exercises like Anulom Vilom.
Thank you for sharing what you’re going through chronic wheezing with allergy symptoms, especially when your PFT shows COPD, overlapping with Athma means your lungs have been under long-term inflammation and irritation Smoking is directly, keeping the airways swollen so even the best medicines cannot show full results until the irritation stops From the Ayurvedic view, this disease, a sustained imbalance of vata and kapha in the Pranavaha srotas leading to blocked channels, recurrent mucus, and reduced lung strength The first step for you is to slowly reduce smoking, even cutting down gradually, the lungs respond better to treatment Daily steam inhalation will help you lose the mucus and is the construction you feel in the chest
For reducing wheezing and breathlessness, you can start on Sithophaladi churna half teaspoon with honey twice daily Sanjeevini vati Lakshmi vilasa Ras Giloy tablet Each tablet twice daily after food with warm water Vasa aristha 4 teaspoon with equal amount of water twice daily after meals Agastya haritaki avaleha at night with warm milk Tulsi juice 5ML daily Along with this regular practice of Pranayam meditation will help you in expand your lungs and reduce the feeling of tightness Avoid cold items, Cure banana refrigerator items, and dusty environment was instantly trigger kapha accumulation, and worsen symptoms
If you follow this consistently within a few weeks, your wheezing should reduce infection will become less frequent, and your breathing pattern will stabiliser. Continue your inhaler exactly as the consultant has advised because the Ayurvedic medicine support them and do not replace them.
Dear Anand I suggest that first n foremost thing you to quit smoking, I know it’s bit difficult but atleast try asap … 2 nd is practice pranayama / spirometer which will help you in expanding your lungs Start on Shwashari kwath+ Mulethi kwath - 100 gms each mixed together and take 1 teaspoon in 400 ML water boil until it remains hundred ML filter and drink twice daily on empty stomach and one hour before dinner Sithophaladi churna + talisadi churna -2 teaspoon each with honey twice daily can be taken Drink warm water throughout the day Drink warm, turmeric, milk daily Anu taila -one drop each nostril once daily
HELLO ANAND,
YOU MENTIONED -chronic wheezing and allergy -PFT shows COPD-Asthma overlap -Frequent respiratory infections -Smoking habit -Cold air triggers symptoms
WHAT IS COPD-ASTHMA OVERLAP?
1) ASTHMA=airways become inflamed and narrow temporarily due to allergies, dust or cold-causing wheezing, chest tightness, breathlessness
2) COPD= long term damage to airways due to smoking or pollution, causes permanent narrowing and mucus buildup
When both happen together it’s called Asthma-COPD overlap you may experience -constant cough, especially morning or night -phlegm that’s sticky or thick -wheezing sounds while breathing -shortness of breath on mild exertion -frequent cold and respiratory infections
Ayurveda calls this condition " Tamaka shwasa" (asthmatic breathing disorder) with kapha-vata imbalance and associated “Allergic pratisyaya” (nasal allergy)
WHAT HAPPENS IN BODY -Kapha dosha increase from habits like smoking, cold food, late nights, and weak digestion -vata dosha becomes aggravated due to cold exposure, anxiety, or irregular lifestyle -these two block the airways causing= mucus accumulation, airflow obstruction, breathlessness and wheezing
TREATMENT GOALS -reduce airway inflamamtion and mucus -stregthen lung function -prevent recurrent infections -reduce allergic sensitiivty -enhance overall immunity and digestion -gradually reduce dependency in inhalers under guidance
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) SHODHANA (Cleansing therapies) Performed only under Ayurvedic physician supervision
A) VAMANA (Therapeutic emesis) purpose= expels excess kapha from lungs and stomach, clears airways Indications= chronic cough, thick sputum, heaviness in chest -Duration= 7-10 says include pre and post therapy care
B) VIRECHANA Purpose= clears pitta ad toxins from liver and intestines, reduces inflamation and allergy Duration= 3-5 days aftercare= light diet for 3 days to regain strength
C) NASYA Purpose= removes allergens, mucus and strengthens nasal passages Dose= 2 drops of anu taila in each nostril daily in morning Duration= 36 months
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) SHITOPALADI + TALISADI CHURNA= 1 tsp with honey twice daily after meals for 3 months = anti tussle, expectorant
2) VASAVALEHA= 1 tsp twice daily after meals =relieves breathlessness, reduces mucus
3) TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp before meals with warm water = improves digestion, clears kapha
4) HARIDRA KHANDA= 1 tsp twice daily for 3 months with warm milk =antiallergic, antihistaminic
5) PIPPALI RASAYANA=2 gm daily with milk once In morning =regenerate lung tissue, enahnces immunity
6) DASHMOOLA KASHAYA= 20 ml twice daily before meals with warm water =anti inflamamtory, bronchodilator
EXTERNAL TREATMENTS
1) STEAM INHALATION= add tulsi, ajwain or eucalyptus oil- clears mucus
2) CHEST FOMENTATION= with dashmoola decoction- relieves tightness
3) OIL MASSAGE= with ksheerbala taila- balance vata and promotes relaxation
REJUVENATION PHASE Once all symptoms are under control then start this -CHYAWANPRASHA= 1 tsp daily morning- improves immunity and lung tone
-AGASTYA HARITAKI RASAYANA= 1 tsp daily- classical formulation for asthma/copd
DURATION= 3-6 months for stable improvement
LIFESTYLE -wake up early for fresh air breathing -drink a glass of warm water with 1 tsp honey and few drops of lemon -avoid exposure to cold wind, strong perfumes, and dust -keep surroundings dust free, use air purifier if possible -sleep 7-8 hrs, avoid daytime sleep -avoid smoking/alcohol completely
YOGA AND PRANAYAM Improve lung capacity , oxygenation, and calms mind
YOGA ASANAS -bhujangasana= expands chest, clears congestion -ardha matsyendrasana= enhances lung circulation -setu bandhasana= strengthens respiratory muscles -shasavasana= relieves anxiety and improves breathing pattern
PRANAYAM -anulom vilom= balaces airflow, reduces allergy -bhastrika= clears mucus, improves oxygen intake -bhramari= relaxes bronchial muscles
DIET -warm water throughout the day -light, easily digestible meals -soups made with pepper, ginger, garlic -fruits= pomegranate, apple, amla -vegetables= bottle gourd, ridge gourd, carrots -spices= cumin, ajwain, turmeric, black pepper, tulsi
AVOID -cold drinks, ice cream, yogurt, cheese -fried, oily, or heavy foods -excess wheat or rice if digestible is weak -dust exposure, cold baths, or sleeping in AC airflow
HOME REMEDIES
1) TULSI-HONEY-GINGER MIX -crushed tulsi leaves + giger juice + honey = 1 tsp each take twice daily
2) STEAM INHALATION -boil water with ajwain seeds or eucalyptus oil-inhale for 5 min
3) TURMERIC MILK -1/2 tsp turmeric + pinch black pepper in warm milk at bedtime
4) AJWAIN SALT FOMENTATION -dry roast ajwain + rock salt , wrap in cloth and place on chest for 5 min to relieve congestion
5) GARLIC CLOVES= 2 boiled in milk -helps in clearing phlegm and improves lung function
Your condition is manageable but needs discipline long term care
THE KEY TO SUCCESS LIES IN -stopping smoking completely -regular ayurvedic therapy -consistent diet and lifestyle control -patience and gradual improvement= 3-6 months for significant results
With integrated ayurvedic- modern management, lung function can improve, allergic episodes will reduce, and overall vitality will return
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Start with - 1 Sitopaladi Churna: 2 gm + 1 tsp honey 3x daily. Talisadi Churna: 2 gm + honey after meals 2x daily. 2 Kanakasava: 15 ml + 15 ml warm water after lunch & dinner. 3 Haridrakhanda: 5 gm at night with warm milk. 4 Bharangyadi Kashayam: 15 ml + 15 ml water morning empty stomach.
External Applications Pratimarsha Nasya: 2 drops Anu Tailam each nostril morning. Chest Pack: Rasna + Eranda Taila warm it and apply followed by hot fomentation 15 min nightly.
Diet Give only: Warm soups (moong + ginger). Turmeric milk nightly. Pomegranate, tulsi tea. Avoid completely: Cold drinks, curd, banana. Smoking (quit Day 1). Dust, cold air.
Lifestyle Steam inhalation with eucalyptus 10 min daily. Kapalbhati + Bhastrika 5 min morning. Sleep 10 PM – 6 AM.
Repeat PFT & symptoms: After 90 days. Quit smoking log: Daily.
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Hello Anand, I understand how difficult it can be to live with constant wheezing, allergies, and respiratory distress—especially with COPD–Asthma overlap. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊
✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
✅PANCHAKARMA THERAPY
If feasible, under physician supervision:
–Vamana (Therapeutic emesis): To eliminate deep-seated Kapha and mucus. –Virechana (Mild purgation): To balance Pitta and improve metabolism. –Dhoomapana (Medicated herbal smoking): With Haridra or Triphala, after cleansing. —Nasya: Daily instillation of Anu Taila (2 drops in each nostril) in the morning clears sinuses and strengthens upper airways.
(These Panchakarma therapies can be done in seasonal intervals at a trusted Ayurvedic centre.)
✅INTERNAL MEDICATION
1 Sitopaladi Churna – 1 tsp with honey twice daily (Reduces cough, wheezing, and allergies)
2 Talisadi Churna – 1 tsp with warm water after food ( Relieves throat irritation and improves lung capacity)
3 Shwas-Kuthar Ras – 1 tab twice daily (Classical anti-asthmatic and Kapha-Vata pacifier)
4 Haridra Khanda – 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime (Acts as natural antihistamine and allergy reducer)
5 Vasa Avaleha – 1 tsp twice daily (Clears phlegm, relieves breathlessness)
✅ HOME REMEDIES
👉Steam Inhalation Add ajwain seeds or eucalyptus oil to boiling water and inhale steam for 5–10 minutes before bed. Helps loosen mucus and open airways.
👉Herbal Decoction (Kashayam) Boil: ½ tsp Turmeric powder, 1 tsp Tulsi leaves, 1 tsp Pippali (long pepper), 1 small piece of Ginger in 2 cups of water → reduce to 1 cup. Drink warm twice daily.
👉 Honey-Ginger Mix Mix 1 tsp honey + ¼ tsp dry ginger powder and lick slowly after meals. Relieves throat irritation and reduces Kapha.
👉Warm Turmeric Milk Add ½ tsp turmeric and a pinch of black pepper to warm milk. Drink every night to build lung immunity.
👉Garlic or Tulsi Tea Boil 2-3 crushed garlic cloves or 5 Tulsi leaves in water. Helps clear respiratory congestion naturally.
👉 Breathing Exercises (Pranayama)
Anulom Vilom, Bhramari, Kapalabhati – 10 min morning & evening. These strengthen lungs, improve oxygenation, and reduce anxiety associated with breathlessness.
✅DIET AND LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION
✅ Include
Eat light, warm, freshly cooked food. Use spices like ginger, turmeric, black pepper, cinnamon, tulsi daily. Take lukewarm water throughout the day. Practice early dinner (by 7:30 pm) and sleep by 10 pm. Quit smoking completely – the most crucial step for healing. Stay away from cold drinks, curd, banana, refrigerated items, and fried food. Engage in light morning walk and sun exposure for 10–15 min daily.
❌ Avoid Cold, heavy, oily foods Daytime sleeping Dust and strong perfumes Overexertion or staying awake late
✅ Follow-Up & Prognosis
With regular Ayurvedic management and smoking cessation, Kapha-Vata balance can be restored, reducing frequency and intensity of wheezing episodes.
Wishing you a good health😊
Warm Regards, Dr. Snehal Vidhate
Hello Anand To overcome respiratory problems: Start with Swasari vati 1-0-1 after food with water Divya Bronchogrit 1-1-1 after food with water Mix 1/2tsp yastimadhu churan+ 1/2tsp sitopaladi churan+ 1/2 tsp Talisadi churan with 2tsp honey and take twice daily with water. Avoid citrus fruits, fried foods, cold foods drinks icecream. Drink warm water through out the day. Home remedies: Warm Ajwain seeds+ Salt on a pan tie in a cotton cloth and give warm fomentation on chest areas for 5-10 mins. Take care burns don’t occur. Take steam inhalation twice daily with few ajwain seeds in water Warm water Gargle twice with pinch of turmeric powder Take warm haldi doodh at bedtime. Do pranamyam lom -vilom bhastrika kapalbhati slowly increasing the frequency and time. Try to reduce smoking gradually to minimum and then stop it completely.
✔️ Do’s: ✔️ Millet roti Moong dal (green and yellow both are ok) All fruit vegetables Leafy vegetables
🧘♀️ Yogasan : 🧘♀️
1. Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) 2. Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) 3. Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose) 4. Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Fold) 5. Halasana (Plow Pose) 6. Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand Pose) 7. Matsyasana (Fish Pose) 8. Supta Matsyendrasana (Reclined Spinal Twist) 9. Surya Namaskar 10. Malasan (Squats Pose)
🧘♀️ Pranayam : 🧘♀️ 1. Anulo Vilom 2. Bhramari 3. Kapalbhati
❌ Donot’s: ❌ Tea Coffee Addictions Dals (except moong) Sour Packed food Processed food Achar (pickles) Papad Fried food Avoid dairy completely Non veg products QUIT SMOKING
💊 Medication: 💊
Cap. Nelsin 2 caps twice a day before food Tab. Sanjeevani Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food
Syp. Kanakasav 3 tsp thrice a day with warm water
Chitrak Haritaki Avleham 2 tsp early in the morning
Anu Tailam. 2 drops in each nostril in the morning after taking steam for 10 mins.
Remember disease cannot be treated without elimination of the cause in your case that is SMOKING.
To manage your wheezing and allergies, it’s crucial to address underlying dosha imbalances, particularly with a focus on Kapha and Vata, which are often out of balance in respiratory disorders. Begin by reducing Kapha-producing foods such as dairy, cold foods, and processed sugars, which can increase mucus production. Instead, adopt a diet rich in warm, cooked meals, including spices like ginger, turmeric, black pepper, and garlic to enhance digestion and alleviate Kapha accumulation.
Vitamin C-rich foods like amla (Indian gooseberry) can be beneficial. Consume hot herbal teas made from tulsi (holy basil) and ginger to soothe your respiratory track and reduce congestion. Incorporate pranayama (breathing exercises) like Anulom Vilom and Kapalbhati to strengthen lung function and improve the oxygen-carrying capacity.
Smoking cessation is vital, as smoking irritates airways and increases both Kapha and Vata aggravation. Consider seeking support from healthcare professionals or quit-smoking programs to help you successfully quit smoking. Try regular steam inhalation with eucalyptus or mint oil which aids in clearing congestion and soothing the airways.
For allergies, consider nasya (nasal administration of medicated oils) using Anu Taila to lubricate the nose, reduce irritation and allow easier breathing. A regular practice of oil pulling (Gandusha) with sesame oil can also help alleviate symptoms. Avoid direct exposure to allergens by keeping your surroundings clean and free from dust, mites or pollen as much as possible.
If symptoms persist or worsen quickly, seek urgent medical help due to risks associated with COPD and asthma overlapping. Monitoring your condition with a healthcare provider ensures timely interventions and adjustments to your treatment plan. Through these integrated approaches, it’s possible to manage the symptoms effectively and improve your respiratory health.
Addressing chronic wheezing and allergies involves understanding and balancing your doshas. Given your symptoms, it’s likely there’s an imbalance of Kapha, which can lead to respiratory congestion, along with some influence from Vata, resulting in wheezing.
First, regarding smoking: Ayurveda strongly advises reducing and gradually eliminating smoking. Smoking aggravates both Kapha and Vata, worsening respiratory functions. Quitting smoking is imperative for managing respiratory health. Try herbal substitutes such as licorice or mulethi, which may help soothe the respiratory tract.
On the dietary front, you need to avoid Kapha-aggravating foods like dairy, especially cold milk, fried foods, and processed sugars. Opt for warm, cooked meals laden with spices like ginger, black pepper, and turmeric—these substances will help in clearing respiratory channels and improving digestion (enhancing your agni).
For herbal remedies, try consuming a mix of Talisadi Churna with honey in the morning and evening. This formulation aids in managing respiratory disorders. Additionally, Ayurvedic formulations like Sitopaladi Churna may assist in reducing mucous production and boosting immunity.
Incorporating daily practice of Pranayama (breathing exercises) can be highly beneficial in strengthening your lung capacity and improving overall respiratory function. Consider exercises like Anulom-Vilom and Kapalbhati, which can help balance Vata and Kapha doshas. Incorporating steam inhalation with a few drops of eucalyptus oil in your routine can help clear nasal passages.
Lastly, it’s crucial to consult with your healthcare provider or an Ayurvedic practitioner for a personalized regimen, especially given your COPD diagnosis. Monitoring your symptoms and adjusting treatment as necessary in collaboration with health professionals is essential.
