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Question #46000
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Long-term Insomnia and Related Health Issues - #46000

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Iam having insomnia problem from past 7 years but after started doing nightshift my health suddenly got depreved because of this I got kee pains back pains(spain) and PME and ED also I met already couple of ayurvedic doctors and user the medication Currently i am taking depression tablets to get rid of sleep issue

How would you rate the severity of your insomnia?:

- Severe, almost every night

Have you noticed any specific triggers for your insomnia?:

- No specific triggers

What is your current lifestyle like?:

- Other
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Hello I​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ really empathize with you how painfully challenging and irritating it is to have insomnia for years and on top of this, the fact that it already affects your physical strength, sexual health, and mental health makes it even worse.

Indeed, working a night-shift can very much throw off the body’s natural rhythm, and what you now have is a systemic imbalance rather than just a sleep problem. Please don’t get discouraged—this can be fixed little by little.

YOUR CONCERN -A long history of insomnia of 7 years (severe and almost daily) -Health deteriorated drastically after starting night-shift work -Knee pain, back pain -PME (premature ejaculation) & ED -Currently dependent on antidepressant / sleep medication Overall health decline

AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING

The condition in question in Ayurveda is best simplified as:

–Chronic Vata aggravation Night shifts completely mess up the biological clock (Dinacharya)Vata is getting aggravated → it causes:Insomnia Anxiety, overthinking Joint pains (knee, back) Nervous system weakness Sexual dysfunction (ED, PME)

– Majja & Shukra Dhatu Kshaya As a result of constant lack of sleep:Majja Dhatu (nervous tissue) is considerably depleted → insomnia, depression Shukra Dhatu (reproductive tissue) is getting weaker → ED, PME, low libido

–Dependency on sleep medicines These drugs artificially induce sleep but they don’t nourish the nervous system After a while, the sleep mechanism of the body becomes weaker

👉 So essentially, the root cause of the problem is not merely sleep deprivation but severe nervous system exhaustion.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT PLAN (Gradual, safe, and sustainable — especially important since you are on antidepressants)

INTERNAL MEDICATION

👉For sleep & nervous system nourishment Brahmi Vati 1-0-1 after food

Ashwagandha capsule 1-0-1 after food

Jatamansi churna (most potent and effective for chronic insomnia) 1 tsp at bed time with warm milk

All these work to help the body achieve natural sleep cycles.

👉For ED & PME

Kapikacchu churna 1 tsp with warm milk once daily

This in time, gradually, reconstructs Shukra Dhatu.

👉For joint & back pain

Yograj Guggulu 1-0-1 after food

Maharasnadi Kwath 15ml-0-15ml +45 ml water after food

The pain you have here is Vata-related, not simply that of the muscles.

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

Daily Abhyanga (oil massage)Oil: Mahanarayan Taila Massage head, spine, knees, soles One of the best treatments for both sleeplessness and sexual dysfunction is Abhyanga with Mahanarayan oil.

Shiro Abhyanga / ShirodharaIf you can, try it out. It’s really a turning point for people with chronic insomnia.

SLEEP & LIFESTYLE CORRECTION (In case night shift still continues)

Determined sleep hours (also during daytime) Dark, cool, and silent bedroom No electronic devices 1 hour prior to sleep Warm milk with nutmeg (only if digestion is good) Don’t take caffeine after your mid-shift

It is a bad idea to stop antidepressants abruptly—Ayurveda is there to help you do it gradually.

DIET (NOURISHING, NOT LIGHT)

INCLUDE Warm, oily, and fresh home-cooked food Rice, wheat, dal, ghee Milk, dates, and soaked almonds Say no to dry, cold, and packaged foods. That gives direct nourishment to nerves & hormones.

WHAT TO EXPECT

- Initial calming in 2–3 weeks - Better sleep depth in 4–6 weeks - Gradual improvement in ED & PME - Joint pain relief - The ability to reduce the dosage of sleeping pills under medical advice

IMPORTANT NOTE

Your condition is NOT a case of permanent damage. This is a case of functional depletion and Ayurveda is particularly proficient in such cases.

Warm regards Dr Snehal ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌Vidhate

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TAKE :- DIVYA MEDHA KWATH=100GM DIVYA DASHMOOL KWATH=100GM…MIX BOTH TAKE 1 TSP BOIL WITH 200ML OF WATER TILL REDUCES 100 ML STRAIN AND TAKE EMPTY STOMACH TWICE DAILY

MEDHA SAGAR RAS ASHWASHILA CAPSULE MAHA YOGRAJ GUGULU=1-1 TAB AFTER MEAL TWICE DAILY

NUTRELA ASHWAGANDHA WITH MELATONIN GUMMIES = 2 TAB CHEW AT BED TIME

DO MEDITATION :- BHEAMRI/ANULOMAVILOM/SAVASANA(10 MIN EACH)…

REGARDS DR ATUL PAINULI PATANJALI YOGPEETH CHIKISYAYALA

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Diet and Nutrition 1. Balanced diet: Focus on whole, unprocessed foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. 2. Foods rich in antioxidants: Include foods high in antioxidants like berries, leafy greens, and nuts to help reduce oxidative stress. 3. Omega-3 fatty acids: Find omega-3 rich foods like fatty fish, flaxseeds, and walnuts to support heart health.

Exercise and Physical Activites 1. Regular exercise: Engage in moderate-intensity exercise, like brisk walking, cycling, or swimming, for at least 30 minutes a day. 2. Pelvic floor exercises: Practice Kegel exercises to strengthen pelvic floor muscles.

Stress Management 1. Mindfulness and relaxation: Try techniques like meditation, deep breathing, or yoga to reduce stress and anxiety. 2. Get enough sleep: Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night to help regulate hormones and reduce stress. 3. Practise yogasan: Molband, setu bandhasan, chakrasan, veer bhadrasan, halasan, gomukhasan, tadasan, vrukshasan, pashimotanasan.

Other Lifestyle changes 1. Quit smoking 2. Limit alcohol consumption 3. Maintain a healthy weight

💊Medication💊

Cap. Boostex Forte 2 caps twice a day before food. Cap. Arnopen 2 caps twice a day before food. Tab. Khadiradi Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Syp. Dashmoolarishta 3 tsp twice a day before food

Shilajit Gold gum 1 small spoon (the one that comes in the pack) with one cup of hot milk early in the morning.

Shwet Musli Pak 1 tsp with a cup of hot cow milk in the morning.

Tab. Prasham 4 tsp at bed time with hot milk.

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No worries Start on Tab Tagara 0-0-1 Ashwagandha capsule 1-0-1 Yograj guggulu 1-0-1 Shilajit sat 2 drops in warm milk Dashamoola aristha + Saraswathi aristha-10 -0-10 ml with water

Practice pranayama meditation and do pelvic floor exercises

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Don’t Worry take manasamithra vatakam 1tab bd, shnaka pushpi syrup 20ml bd, Brahmi vati 1tab bd enough u ll get results

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You can take Manasa Mitra vatikam 1-0-1 Yavanamrita vati 1-0-1 Maharasnadi kashayam 15-0-15 ml with water Shwetha musli pak 1 tsp with warm milk at morning Continue medicines which you are already using accordingly

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Don’t worry. 1. Aswagandharishtam 10ml twice daily just after food. 2. Manasamitram vatakam 1 at night after food. 3. Ashtachoornam 1/2 tsp with buttermilk at lunch time.

Follow up after 2 weeks.

Chandanadi tailam as talam at evening. You will definitely get relief

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Take bramhi 2 bd Take tagar 2 at night Do padabhyang & shirodhara at near panchkarma centre

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Your night shifts are drying out your body. This dryness is causing the insomnia (dry nerves), joint pain (dry joints) and weak reproductive tissue. We must re-lubricate your system.

Medicines 1 Manasamitra Vatakam: 1 tablet twice daily with warm milk. 2 Ashwagandha Churna: 1 teaspoon boiled in Milk with a pinch of Nutmeg (Jaiphal) at bedtime. 3 Yograj Guggulu: 2 tablets twice daily with warm water after food.

External Therapy Shiropichu (Head Oiling): Apply Brahmi Tailam on the crown of your head daily. Pada Abhyanga (Foot Massage): Rub warm Ghee on your foot soles at bedtime. This pulls Vata down and forces deep sleep.

Dietary & Lifestyle Advice You must add 2 tsp Cow Ghee to your diet daily. You need internal oil to counter the dryness of night shifts. Sexual Health: Abstain from sexual activity for 21 days while taking herbs. Allow your reproductive tissue to recharge.

Do not stop your depression medication abruptly; taper it slowly under doctor supervision as these herbs take effect.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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Insomnia can be a persistent issue and transitioning to night shifts often worsens sleep-related problems. This reversal of sleep cycle is troublesome for body, particularly in terms of Vata imbalances. Ayurveda addresses insomnia by looking at the root causes—often, Vata dosha is aggravated leading to restlessness and can cause joint pains. Additionally, your PME and ED may also be interconnected with stress and poor sleep.

First, it may be beneficial to regulate your sleep-wake cycle even with night shifts. Stick to a consistent sleep schedule to train your body to rest at specific times. Creating a calming bedtime routine is crucial: ensure your sleeping area is dark, quiet, and comfortable, use blackout curtains if daylight is disruptive, and avoid screens 1-2 hours prior to bedtime as they can interfere with melatonin production.

To calm an aggravated Vata, consider incorporating Abhyanga (self-massage) with warm sesame oil before bed. This relaxing activity helps reduce stress and tension, promoting deeper and more restful sleep. Mahanarayan taila can also be massaged on affected joint areas to alleviate pain due to its soothing properties.

Diet plays an important role here too. Eat a light, warm, and easily digestible meal for dinner, avoiding spicy or heavy meals that disrupt digestion. Adding a cup of warm milk with nutmeg or ashwagandha at night can help calm the mind and promote sleep.

Practicing Pranayama, specifically Anulom Vilom, helps in balancing the doshas and settling the mind. Beside physical remedies, evaluating lifestyle changes, like reducing caffeine and alcohol intake, are vital as they impact sleep quality.

Finally, for accurate treatment of PME and ED, detailed evaluation by a specialist is advised, as they can have multiple underlying causes. While these recommendations may improve symptoms, regular Ayurvedic consultation is valuable, especially while on medication for depression, to ensure a holistic and integrative approach to treatment.

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For improving sleep: Start with Brahmi vati 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with warm milk Light massage on head with Brahmi oil. Brahmi grith 2 drops in both nostril once daily. For knee pain Yograj guggul 1-0-1 after food with water For ED Cap. Ashwashila 1-0-1 after food with water Apply ashwagandha bala oil on penis externally twice daily.

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HELLO,

You are suffering from chronic insomnia for 7 years, which worsened after night shift work. Sleep is not just rest; it is the main repair system the body and mind

Because sleep disturbance continued for many years, it has now affected -MIND-> anxiety, depression, dependence on tablets -NERVES AND MUSCLES-> back pain, knee pain, body stiffness -HORMONES AND SEXUAL SYSTEM-> PME (premature ejaculation) , ED -Overall strength-> fatigue, low stamina

In Ayurveda, this condition is called “Anidra” (insomnia) due to vata imbalance with tissue depletion

WHY THIS HAPPENED -Night shift= opposite to natural body clock -Irregular sleep= vata dosha increases -long term vata increase-> dryness, weakness, nerve exhaustion -Gradually body tissues (especially nerves, muscles, reproductive tissue) become weak

This is why -pain + stiffness happen -sleep does not come naturally -sexual problems appear -mind feels restless even when tired

This is not just a sleep problem.It is whole body imbalance

TREATMENT GOAL -calm the nervous system -resotre natural sleep without dependency -reduce vata dosha -Nourish depleted tissues -gradually improve sexual health -reduce need for antidepressant/ sleep tablets safely

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

A) FOR SLEEP AND MIND

1) BRAHMI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals =calms overactive brain, improves sleep quality, reduces anxiety without sedation

2) SARASWATARISHTA= 15ml + equal water twice daily after meals =nourishes brain, improves concentration, helpful in depression with insomnia

3) JATAMANSI CHURNA = 1/2 tsp with warm milk at night =natural sleep inducer, reduces mental restlessness, non addictive

B) FOR NERVES, PAIN AND VATA CONTROL

4) YOGARAJ GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =reduces chronic body pain, improves joint mobility, clears vata accumulation

5) MAHARASNADI KWATHA= 15ml + water twice daily after meals =best for chronic back, knee, nerve pain, improves circulation

C) FOR PME AND ED

6) KAPIKACCHU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm milk at night =improves semen quality, reduces PME, supports hormonal balance

7) SHILAJIT (purified)= 250mg with warm milk/water in morning empty stomach = improves stamina, corrects weakness due to chronic stress

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) OIL MASSAGE= SESAME OIL daily =reduces vata, improve sleep, relieves muscle and nerve pain

2) HEAD MASSAGE= 10-15 min before bath or sleep =calms brain, improves sleep onset

LIFESTYLE CHANGES

SLEEP HYGIENE -fixed sleeping timing (even if daytime) -dark room, no noise -no mobile or TV 1 hour before sleep

DAILY HABITS -avoid overthinking at night -warm oil massage to feet daily -warm water bath

AVOID -nightalcohol -smoking -excess tea/coffee -late heavy meals

YOGA ASANAS -shavasana -balasana -viparita karani -pawanmuktasana

PRANAYAM -anulom vilom= 10 min -Bhramari= 7 rep -Chandra bhedana Avoid kapalbhati, intense yoga at night

DIET -warm milk with nutmeg (pinch) -ghee 2 tsp/day -rice, wheat, oats -moong dal -cooked vegetables -almonds soaked

AVOID -spicy food -fried food -dry snacks -cold food at night

HOME REMEDIES -Nutmeg= pinch in warm milk at night -Foot massage = with ghee before sleep -Warm water sipping in evening -Milk + dates for nourishment

ABOUT YOUR DEPRESSION TABLETS -Do not stop suddenly -Ayurveda helps gradual reduction -Tapering must be supervised

EXPECTED RECOVERY TIMELINE -2-4 WEEKS= sleep quality improves slightly -6-8 WEEKS= pain reduces, mood stabilizes -3 MONTHS= sexual health improves -6 MONTHS= stable natural sleep

This condition did not develop overnight, so cure also takes time. But Ayurveda is especially effective in such chronic, lifestyle related disorders when followed properly -You are treatable -you are not permanently damaged -Natural sleep can return

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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