Nasya involves the application of herbal oils or medicated substances to the nasal passages. This therapy is effective for clearing congestion, improving mental clarity, and treating conditions related to the head and neck.
On the basis of its therapeutic action and the way of administration it is classified in to different types like Virechana Nasya (cleansing nasya) , Brumhana Nasya (nutritive), Shamana Nasya (pacifying) , Navana Nasya (decoction nasya), Marsha nasya (ghee or oil), Pratimarshya (daily oil nasya) etc.
After Nasya karma, smoking of medicinal cigarettes (Dhumra Pana) may be advised, if required. Patient is advised to gargle with warm water and eat light diet and to be in a place which is not very breezy.