Anu TailaAṇu Taila
Tridoshic; classical daily Nasya (per Aṣṭāṅga Hṛdayam).
Compound nasal oil (Bilva, Tulsi, etc. in sesame) · Nasya · Daily nasal oil
What Ayurveda says
Tridoshic; classical daily Nasya (per Aṣṭāṅga Hṛdayam).
Traditional uses
- ·Daily Pratimarsha Nasya (1–2 drops each nostril)
- ·Sinus congestion, allergic rhinitis
- ·Dry nasal passages
- ·Mild headache and brain fog
How it is taken
Pratimarsha (daily) dose: 1–2 drops in each nostril every morning after bathing. Therapeutic Marsha dose (6–10 drops) only under practitioner guidance.
Avoid in
- ✕Acute fever, severe cold with full congestion
- ✕Indigestion (ama) — wait until digestion is normal
- ✕Immediately after eating, drinking alcohol, or bathing in cold water
- ✕Children under 7 (use coconut oil drops instead)
- ✕Pregnancy (Marsha dose); Pratimarsha is acceptable
Allergies
Sesame oil base.
Classical alternatives
Shadbindu Taila for stubborn sinus and migraine; plain coconut oil drops for children and acute Pitta.
When to see a doctor
Persistent or severe symptoms, pregnancy, children under 12, anyone on prescription medication, and any new or worsening condition should be reviewed by a qualified clinician (GP or vaidya) before starting Anu Taila. Use only on an empty or light stomach. Tilt head back, allow drops to settle, then sniff gently.
Citations & sources
The information presented here is for educational and general wellbeing purposes only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, prescription, treatment or a cure for any condition, and is not a substitute for conventional medical care.
Ayurvedic herbs and formulations contain potent substances that can interact with medications and may be unsafe for certain conditions. Always consult your GP or a qualified healthcare professional before use. Ayurveda is classified as a complementary therapy in the UK and complements, rather than replaces, conventional treatment. We do not operate as registered medical doctors. Stop immediately and seek care if any symptom worsens; in an emergency call 999 or NHS 111.