CLASSICAL YOGAS IN NASA ROGA AS PER CHAKRADATTA

Nasa Roga (diseases of nose) are elaborately described in Ayurvedic literature and are primarily attributed to the vitiation of Kapha and Vata Dosha, with frequent involvement of Pitta & Rakta Dosha as well. Given the anatomical and functional significance of the nose as the gateway of the head “Nasa Hi Shiraso Dwaram”[1], nasal disorders profoundly affect respiration, olfaction and may contribute to diseases of the ear, throat and head. Chakradatta, a therapeutically oriented classical text, provides a systematic account of various Nasa Rogas along with precise and effective classical formulations (Yogas). The text emphasizes both Shodhana and Shamana approaches, with special importance given to Nasya Karma, internal medications and dietary measures. Classical Yogas described in Chakradatta including medicated oils, decoctions, powders and herbo-mineral preparations are selected based on the predominance of Dosha and specific disease presentation. These formulations aim to relieve nasal obstruction, discharge, headache, anosmia and chronic inflammation by pacifying the vitiated Doshas and restoring normal nasal function. The present article attempts to compile and critically analyze the classical Yogas indicated for Nasa Roga as described in Chakradatta, highlighting their therapeutic relevance and clinical applicability.