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Question #50363
20 days ago
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Seeking Ayurvedic Help for OCD and Anxiety - #50363

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Hi Doctor , I have been having OCD since 12 years and I am 40 years and single, it started as unwanted intrusive sexual thoughts and images and later increased in intensity where what if you get this images while watching tv or talking to someone and later I had a relapse for discontinuing allopathy medication where thoughts turned in to more fear and what if you fear objects or you get thoughts about who created it and what if I fear everything- mind kind of automatically goes in the loop and becomes hyper sensitive. I logically know this is meaningless but understanding this is just OCD thoughts are not helping. Mind is trying to catostrophize and always say what if you fear everything?? or what if you notice every object and fear it ?? I am on Fluvoxamine 100 mg and clonazapem 0.5 mg and CBT therapy but it is not helping much in this stage. Could you please recommend me a Ayurvedicroutine and medication that could help. Mind has got in to pattern and I am stuck in this loop.

How would you describe the intensity of your OCD symptoms?:

- Severe, debilitating

Have you noticed any specific triggers that worsen your symptoms?:

- Specific thoughts or images

How would you rate your overall stress levels?:

- Very high, constant stress
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HELLO, You have been this for 12 years. The way you describe it-intrusive sexual thoughts, “what If I fear everything, " hyperawareness of objects, looping catastrophic thoughts- this is a very classic pattern of severe OCD with anxiety amplification. The fact that you logically understand it but still feel trraped is also very typical of OCD. You are not losing your mind. This is how OCD behaves when it becomes deeply conditioned You’re currently on -Fluvoxamine 100mg -Clonazepan 0.5 mg -CBT therapy Since your symptoms are severe and debilitating, please do NOT stop or change your psychiatric medication without your psychiatrist’s supervision. Ayurveda can be integrated safely, but not as a sudden replacement in severe OCD. In Ayurveda, this condition resembles -Manovaha srotas dushti -distrbance of mental channels -Vata aggravation in the mind -Associated Rajas-Tamas imbalance -features similar to unmade (obsessive mental disturbance) YOUR SYMPTOMS SHOW -Excess Vata (looping thoughts, hyper-sendsitivity, fear) -high rajas (overactivity of mind) -secondary depletion of Ojas (mental stability ) SO TREATMENT FOCUS IS -calm vata -stabilize mind -nourish nervous system -reduce hyper-reactivity -ground the mind DAILY ROUTINE OCD worsens when vata is unstable. so discipline and grounding are medicine MORNING (6-7 AM) -wake up at fixed time -avoid phone for first 30 min -warm water sip -5 min slow abdominal breathing DAILY OIL APPLICATION -warm KSHEERBALA TAILA -Apply to scalp, ears, soles -leave 20-30 mins before bath This calms vata significantly INTERNAL MEDICATIONS 1) BRAHMI VATI = 1 tab twice daily after meals =improves cognitive. stability, reduces repetitive thought intensity 2) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk at night =reduces cortisol and fear response 3) JATAMANSI CAPSULE= 1 cap at night =excellent for obsessive looping patterns 4) SARASWATARISHTA= 15m with warm water after meals twice daily DIET (VERY IMPORTANT FOR OCD) -warm,cooked meals -ghee in small quantity -moong dal -rice -almonds soaked -cow’s milk with nutmeg at night Regular meal timing is crucial AVOID -caffeine strongly worsens intrusive loops -processed food -very dry food -excess raw salads -cold food -excess sugar MENTAL PPRACICES FOR OCD LOOP Do not fight the though. Instead practice “Allow and disengage” WHEN MIND SAYS:- What if you fear everything you respond= maybe. LET’S SEE And do nothing This is aligned with exposure and response prevention , which is gold standard in OCD therapy If CBT is not helping much, you may need stronger ERP- focused therapy VERY POWERFUL SIMPLE PRACTICE (DO THIS) Twice daily -sit quietly -let thoughts come -do nOT analyse -label gently : OCD thoughts” -Return to breath 10 min only Consistency>intensity WHAT IS HAPPENING NEUROLOGICALLY Your brain has formed a fear loop. Trigger-.what if thought-> anxiety->hyper awareness-> more thoughts->reinforcement Ayurveda + ERP + correct medication gradually weaken this circuit This is reversible. It fees permanent but it is not You are not broken OCD is one of the most “tricky” disorders because it attacks meaning and fear simultaneously . But many people with severe OCD. recover significantly with right combination of medication, ERP, and nervous system coming practices DO FOLLOW HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU

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1.Manasmithra vatkam 2 tab twice daily with milk after meals 2.Ashwagandha churna 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk after meals 3.Brahmi vati 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 4.Saraswatarishta 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 5.Ksheer bala 101-2 drops in each nostril once daily in the morning

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When the mind is involved only a strong will power will help you fight over the condition. 🧘‍♀️ Anulomvilom and Bhramari Pranayam will help. But you have to do it early in the morning only. ❌ Donot get yourself into any addictions. ❌ Donot drink tea or coffee or aerated drinks. ❌ Reduce screen time… No screen in darkness and 1 hour before you sleep. Consume audio form of data rather than visuals before you sleep. Filter the content of data you consume… Let it be spiritual or positive… ✔️ Drink a glass of buffalo milk daily before you sleep; it will help you get a sound sleep. ✔️ 100 steps after both meals are must. ✔️ Eat only home cooked food… Avoid outside food, packed and processed food. ✔️ Prefer natural liquids like fruit juice, coconut water, lemon juice, kokum sharbat over packed ones. 💊 Medication: 💊 Panchendriya Vardhan Tailam 2 drops in each nostril early in the morning empty stomach. Cap. Memorin(S.G.Phytopharma) 2 caps twice a day before food. Syp. Prasham 4 tsp at bed time with lukewarm water. Tab. Manasmitra Vatak 2 tabs at bed time.

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Avoid addiction if any. Avoid oily spicy and processed foods. Regular exercise and meditation. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Cap.Stresscom 1-0-1 Cap.Brahmi 1-0-1 Minimize use of digital media. Focus on your career. Follow up after 2 weeks.

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DO NASYA WITH BRAMHI GHURTH 2 time day Take bramhi ghurth 5 ml at empty stomach at morning Tab bramhi sarpi caspul ( kerla auurveda) 2-0-2 Tab ashwagandha ksm 66 2-0-2 Tab punanava 2-0-2 Take tagar churna 5 gm at nigh time Do yoga ans anshan

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Hi… You can take Brahmi vati-2 BD Syp Shankhpushpi 10 ml BD But this will not alone resolve your issue…you must visit a counselor for your present condition

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No worries Start with Brahmi vati 1-0-1 Ashwagandha capsule 1-0-1 Saraswathi aristha 4-0-4 tsp with water Drink blue pea flower tea twice daily Netra Tarpana Continue allopathic medication Practice pranayama meditation regularly

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Dnt panik my school friend are also suffered from ocd and illusions but past 3 months he is naw well and not having such excitable thought either he taking ayurveda medication and relieves Procedure :- Medha KWATH =100gm DASHMOOL KWATH=100gm… mix both and take 1 tsp boil with 200ml OF WATER TILL REDUCES 100 ML STRAIN AND TAKE EMPTY STOMACH TWICE DAILY Divya neuroghrit gold cap=1-0-1 cap before meal twice daily Medha sagar ras Vata gajankush ras Medha vati=1-0-1 tab after meal twice daily Bhrami ghrit=2-2 drops both nostrils and 1/2 TSP taking with milk or worm water at before breakfast. Avoid stress/fast food/red chilli/ packed food Do regular meditation:- AGNISAR /BHRAMRI/ANULOM VILOM/UDGEETH/bhastrika=5 min each KSHEERBALA OIL= head massage and b/l foot soles at bed time Consult after 1 month Vaidya atul PAINULI PATANJALI yogpeeth chikisyayala

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First, what you are describing is a well-known pattern in OCD — insight is present (“I know this is meaningless”), but the mind still keeps looping and creating “what if” chains. This does not mean you are failing or that recovery is not possible; it usually means the nervous system is highly sensitized and needs gradual regulation rather than only logical reassurance. Since your symptoms are severe and you are already on fluvoxamine, clonazepam and CBT, Ayurvedic support should be used as complementary care — not as a replacement or without coordination with your treating doctor. Some supportive Ayurvedic approaches that are commonly helpful: • Focus on calming and stabilizing the nervous system rather than strong detox procedures at this stage • Medhya rasayana support such as Brahmi, Shankhapushpi, or Saraswatarishta (selection depends on digestion, sleep, and constitution) • Gentle daily routine: regular sleep timing, warm cooked meals, avoiding excessive stimulation (late-night screens, caffeine excess) • Abhyanga (daily warm oil self-massage) and gentle nasya in suitable cases can help reduce hyper-sensitivity and anxiety patterns • Slow breathing practices or guided relaxation rather than intense meditation initially, since severe OCD minds can over-monitor thoughts If CBT feels less effective right now, sometimes therapy needs adjustment (ERP intensity, therapist approach, or medication review), so discussing this with your psychiatrist is also important. Because your symptoms are intense and long-standing, medicines and routine should be individualized after a proper assessment. A detailed consultation would help design a structured Ayurvedic support plan alongside your current treatment to reduce looping patterns and improve mental stability safely.

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START WITH MANASAMITRA VATIKAM ONE TABLET TWICE DAILY AFTER FOOD WITH WARM MILK BRAHMI VATI ONE TABLET AT NIGHT SHANKAPUSPI SYRUP TEN ML TWICE DAILY AFTER FOOD PRACTICE MEDITATION REGULARLY

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Start with Manasmitra vatikam 1-0-1 after food with water Brahmi vati 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with warm milk. Do Nasya with Brahmi grith 2 drops in both nostril twice daily Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins twice daily. Learn Rajyoga meditation and practice daily.

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✓Daily Routine (Start Today) Wake/Sleep: 6 AM rise, 10 PM bed Abhyanga: Warm sesame oil full-body massage 10 min morning and lukewarm bath Pranayama/Meditation: 10 min Anulom-Vilom + 5 min Bhramari daily (morning/evening) Yoga: Gentle poses like Balasana, Viparita Karani 10–15 min/day (no strenuous). Stress Reduction: Journal intrusive thoughts daily (5 min) – acknowledge without judgment. Avoid screen 1 hour before bed. ✓Diet Eat warm, fresh: Moong khichdi + 1–2 tsp ghee, cooked lauki/pumpkin, pomegranate, soaked almonds (4–6). Avoid: Spicy/sour, fried, caffeine, processed food, heavy dairy, late dinner (before 7 PM). Drink: Warm fennel-coriander water (2–2.5 L/day) – calms Pitta & aids digestion. ✓Medicines Brahmi Vati – 1 tablet (250 mg) night with warm water Saraswatarishta – 15 ml + 30 ml warm water twice daily after meals Ashwagandha Lehyam – 5 gm night with warm milk Jatamansi Churna – 500 mg night with warm water Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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Take Manomithravatakam 1tab bd AF Brahmi vati 1tab bd AF Shankhpushpi syrup 20ml bd u ll get results Dr RC BAMS MS

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