Ayurveda attributes tinnitus primarily to Vata imbalance, especially in the ear channels. The goal of medicated oils and treatments is to soothe nerves, improve circulation, and pacify Vata to reduce abnormal sounds.
Common Ayurvedic ear oils / formulations traditionally suggested: Sesame oil (til oil) — base oil used warm to soothe Vata and strengthen ear tissues.
Bilva (Aegle marmelos) oil — classical medicated oil for ear diseases and tinnitus. Karna Bindu oil — specialized Ayurvedic ear oil used for tinnitus, earwax issues, and mild hearing concerns
Apamarg Kshar Taila — used in traditional practice for ear ringing, hearing loss, and inner ear discomfort.
HELLO,
Tinnitus= Vata prakopa in karna indriya and majja Dhatus -Age >50 naturally increase vata -Stress+ anxiety further agitates Prana and Vyana vata
Hence treatment must be -snehana (oleation) -vata-shamana -nervine rasayana -manas shanti (mental calming)
KARNA POORANA (ear oil therapy)- MAIN TREATMENT
BEST OIL FOR YOU
1ST CHOICE= KSHEERBALA TAILA 101 AVARTI -bala+milk+sesame oil -deeply pacifies vata -best one for nerve origin tinnitus and age related degeneration
Alternative (if unavailable) -Karnadi taila (ear specific) -Mahanarayan tarla (if neck stiffness/joint pain present )
METHOD FOR KARNAPOORANA (very important) TIME= night (between 8-9 pm)
STEPS - Warm oil in a hot water bath (lukewarm, never hot) -lie on side with ear facing upward -instill 6-8 drops -gently massage area around ear -remain lying for 10 min -repeat on other ear
AFTERCARE -place soft cotton plug overnight
FREQUENCY AND DURATION
INTITAL= daily- for 21 days MAINTENANCE= alternate days- next 21 days TOTAL = 6 weeks minimum
Improvement is usually noticed after 2-3 weeks, not immediately
WHEN NOT TO DO KARNAPOORANA -ear discharge -ear infection -perforated eardrum -severe pain or fever
2) NASYA= Essential for hear-ear connection
OIL= ANU TAILA
DOSE AND METHOD -2 drops In each nostril –morning, empty stomach -lie down 2-3 minutes after instillation
DURATION -daily for 21 days -then stop for 7 days -can repeat another cycle if needed Nasya stabilize prana vata, which directly affects tinnitus perception
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
A) NERVINE AND VATA SHAMANA
-ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULE = 500mg twice daily after meals with warm milk for 8 weeks
B) BRAIN AND EAR NERVE SUPPORT
-BRAHMI VATI= 1 tab once daily. in morning for 8 weeks
C) EAR SPECIFIC RASAYANA
-BRINGARAJ CAPSULE= 500mg once daily after lunch for 8 weeks
IF ANXIETY PROMINENT
-JATAMANSI CAPSULE= 250 mg night after dinner for 6 weeks
DIET -warm, freshly cooked food -ghee= 1 tsp twice daily -Milk warm spiced with nutmeg at night -soups, khichdi, stews -dates, soaked almonds
AVOID -excess caffiene -cold drinks -dry, packaged foods -fasting -loud noise exposure
YOGA , PRANAYAM AND MIND CALMING
DAILY 10-15 minutes -Bhramari pranayam= 7 rounds * 2 sets -Nadi sodhana= 10 rounds -Shavasana= 5 minutes
Bhramari is especially beneficial for tinnitus and anxiety
EXPECTED PROGRESS TIMELINE 7-10 DAYS= better sleep, less anxiety 2-3 WEEKS= reduced intensity of sound 4-6 WEEKS= better habituation, calmer perception 8-12 WEEKS= stable improvement
Complete disappearance is not always possible, but distress and loudness reduce significantly
WHEN TO EEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL CARE -sudeen hearing loss -pulsatile tinnitus -vertigo -ear pain/ discharge -worsening symptoms despite 4 weeks of treatment
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Hlo,
1️⃣ Karnapoorana (Ear Oil) Oil: Bilva Taila Dose: 4–5 drops in each ear Frequency: Once daily Time: Morning or evening Duration: 21 days 📌 Method: Warm the oil slightly → lie on one side → instill drops → stay for 5–7 minutes → repeat on other side. 2️⃣ Internal Medicines (Optional but Helpful) Ashwagandha Churna – ½ tsp with warm milk at night Brahmi Vati – 1 tablet at bedtime (Helps anxiety, nervous system stability, Vata pacification) 3️⃣ Diet & Lifestyle (Very Important) ✔ Avoid: Excess tea/coffee Cold, dry, leftover foods Loud noise & earphones ✔ Include: Warm, cooked foods Ghee in small quantity Good sleep routine Abhyanga (oil massage) with sesame oil 3–4 times/week 4️⃣ Yoga & Relaxation Anulom Vilom – 10 minutes daily Bhramari Pranayama – especially beneficial for tinnitus Light meditation to reduce stress-triggered anxiety ⚠️ When NOT to do Karnapoorana Ear pain, discharge, infection Recent ear surgery Sudden hearing loss 🌿 Expected Result Reduction in hissing intensity Better sleep Decreased anxiety Improvement usually seen in 2–4 weeks
Tq
Sesame oil is best along with that take Sarivadi vati 1-0-1 Ashwagandha churna 0-0-1 tsp with warm milk
Tinnitus is the perception of sound in absence of any external input.
In Ayurveda it is correlated to karna nada. Which is caused by vitiation of vata. Vata gets lodged in sabdavaha srotas and causes different sounds.
Karnapoorana is described as a preventive measure for ear disease and a treatment modality.
During the process loe down left side or right side, gentle massage with lukewarm oil around the ear, mild hot fomentation done. The medicated oil should also be warmed by keeping in lukewarm water. The liquid should be poured by slightly pulling the pinna of ear. You should maintain in same position for 5 minutes. Gentle massage over root of ear can be done.
1. Mahamasha tailam 5 drops in each ear for 7 days. 2. Sarivadi vati 1 bd after food. 3. Aswagandha choornam 1/2 tsp with warm milk once a day.
Take care, Dr. Shaniba
1.Bilwa taila 2.Ayurchem One sec ear drops
Bala tail is best
Rx Sarivadi Vati 1 tab BD
Avoid oily and spicy food
YOUR DESCRIPTION CLEARLY INDICATES A VATA DOMINANT CONDITION WHICH COMMONLY MANIFESTS AFTER THE AGE OF FIFTY AS TINITUS ,DRYNESS ,ANXIETY ,RESTLESSNESS,AND HISSING OR RINGING SOUNDS IN BOTH EARS STRESS AND MENTAL OVERACTIVITY ,FURTHER AGGRAVATE THIS STATE AND MAKE THE NOISE MORE NOTICEABLE AND DISTURBING.
FOR KARNAPOORANA ,THE MOST SUITABLE IS KSHIRABALA OIL, IF THIS IS NOT AVAILABLE YOU MAY USE WARM SESAME OIL ,PURE KSHIRABALA OIL IS GENERALLY PREFERRED FOR AGE RELATED EAR ,NOISE AND NERVOUS SYSTEM CALMING.
THE PROCEDURE SHOULD BE DONE PREFERABLY IN THE EVENING ,LIE ON ONE SIDE ,WARM THE OIL SLIGHTLY, NOT HOT PUT TWO TO THREE DROPS INTO THE UPPER EAR STAY IN THAT POSITION FOR TEN TO FIFTEEN MINUTES ,THEN WIPE THE OUTER EAR AND REPEAT ON THE OTHER SIDE ,DO THIS THREE TIMES A WEEK DO NOT DO IT DAILY.
AVOID COLD AIR, STRONG WIND ,LOUD NOISE ,HEADPHONES ,LATE NIGHT SCREEN USE ,AND EXCESSIVE TALKING . SLEEP EARLY ,KEEP THE NECK AND EARS WARM AND PRACTICE SLOW DEEP BREATHING DAILY TO SETTLE ANXIETY. WARM COOKED FOOD ,REGULAR MEAL TIMES ,AND CALM ROUTINE WILL SUPPORT HEALING.
Hi You can go for Sarivadi vati-2-BD Kshara tail-2 drops at night
Bilwadi Taila OR Ksheerabala Taila – both excellent & safest for high Vata tinnitus. Bilwadi is slightly stronger for hissing & anxiety while Ksheerabala more nourishing for age 50+.
Use warm – 5–8 drops each ear daily (lie 10 min each side). Get done by experienced therapist first 7–14 days.
Medicines Bilwadi Taila OR Ksheerabala Taila – for Karnapoorana daily (main treatment Ashwagandha Lehyam – 10 gm morning + night with warm water Brahmi Vati gold – 1 tablet morning + 1 tablet night after food Saraswatarishta gold – 15 ml + 30 ml warm water after lunch & dinner Jatamansi Churna – 3 gm night with warm milk
Daily Must-Do Warm Brahmi Taila – gentle head massage nightly 5 min Anulom-Vilom + Bhramari pranayama 10 min daily Protect ears from loud noise & wind
Diet Give daily: moong khichdi + ghee, pomegranate, warm soups, 4 soaked almonds + 2 dates Avoid completely: cold drinks/food, spicy/sour, tea/coffee after 4 PM
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Hello, it’s great that you know about the effectiveness of karna purana in tinnitus.! But first and main thing is - make sure you don’t have hole in tympanic membrane.! So first clear that and then only do the karnapoorana.!
- Bilwadi tails is the best for karna karnapooran. - tab. Ashwagandha ghanvati 1-0-1 after food - tab. Sarivadi vati 2-0-2 after food
Start with Sarivadi vati 1-0-1 after food with water Shilajit satva 1 drop in a cup of milk twice daily Do karna pooran with kshar oil assage with sesame oil arround the affected ear twice daily Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins twice.
Start with Bilwa tailam for karnapoora procedure Sarivadi vati tab 1-0-1 after food Ksheerabala 101 capsule 1-0-1 after food
