Tamakaswasa is a chronic respiratory disorder caused by the vitiation of Kapha and Vata doshas, leading to airway constriction, mucus blockage, and breathlessness.

Causes (Nidana):

• Exposure to dust, cold, smoke, and allergens
• Indigestion, accumulation of Ama
• Excessive intake of cold, oily, heavy food
• Mental stress and irregular sleep

Symptoms (Lakshana):

• Wheezing and breathlessness
• Cough with thick phlegm
• Chest tightness, difficulty in lying down
• Fatigue and disturbed sleep

Ayurvedic Management:

Therapies:

• Snehana & Swedana – oil massage and steam to liquefy Kapha
• Vamana (Therapeutic emesis) – clears upper respiratory blockage
• Nasya (Nasal therapy) – with Anu Taila or Shadbindu Taila
• Dhoomapana (Herbal inhalation) for clearing mucus
• Abhyanga & Patra Pinda Sweda – relieves chest stiffness

Internal Medicines:

• Vyoshadi Vatakam, Talisapatradi Choornam, Kantakari Avaleha, Trikatu Churna, Vasarishta, Dashamoolarishta
• Rasayana: Chyawanprash, Agastya Rasayana

Dhathri Therapies:

• Swasa Raksha Programme
• Lung Detox Chikitsa
• Prana Shuddhi Therapy

Benefits:

• Clears airway obstruction naturally
• Reduces frequency of asthmatic attacks
• Strengthens lungs and boosts immunity

Prevention:

• Avoid cold, damp, or dusty environments
• Maintain warm diet and avoid dairy at night
• Daily pranayama (Anulom-Vilom, Bhastrika)