Shushkakshipaka (Dry eye syndrome) is becoming more common in general population. A number of contributory factors affect the severity of Dry eye. Prevalence of Dry eye ranges from 5% to 35% worldwide. In India, it is 29.25% based on Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) data. Conventional approach in modern ophthalmology for dry eye syndrome is lubricating eye drops while unsatisfactory. But surely there are some shortcomings that give way to Ayurveda to deal with this problem. This clinical study was done to evaluate the effect of Tarpana Karma with Jivaniya Ghrita in Shushkakshipaka (Dry eye syndrome). An open clinical trial was planned for 10 patients presenting with clinical features of Shushkakshipaka (Dry Eye Syndrome) and local therapeutic ocular procedure Tarpana karma with Jivaniya Ghrita was done. On assessment of criteria selected, significant results were found in subjective parameters like Rukshta (Feeling of dryness), Gharshana (Gritty sensation), Darunavartmakshi (Hardness of eyelids), Karachaunmilana (Difficulty in opening and closing of eyes), Daha (burning sensation) and Intolerance to light and in all objective parameters. Thus, it can be concluded that, Tarpana Karma can be advising for successful treatment in patients of Shushkakshipaka (Dry Eye Syndrome).

Ayurveda, had given an admirable explanation of Indriyas and perception of knowledge through them. According to Ayurveda satmya indriyartha sannikarsha (proper confluence of sense organs with their objects) is required for the correct perception of knowledge. For this, it is necessary for Indriya (senses), Indriyartha (object of senses), Manas (mind), Budhi (intellect) and Atma (soul) to work together in coordination and they should be healthy and intact. Hence, any kind of improper bondage with sense and its object adversely affects that Indriya and cause disease. Shrotrendriya is one among five Indriyas and hearing is the main function of it. Sabda is the Artha of Shrotrendriya. At present, because of adaptation advancement of technology and devices, usage of personal lis- tening devices and mobile phones with earphone or headphones has increased in people at varying volumes and for prolonged periods. The use of these devices in such manner poses a serious threat of irreversible changes like tinnitus and hearing loss. The waster uses of Shrotrendriya because of such habits which affects the hearing ca- pacity can be considered as Asatmyaindriyarth samyoga. Keyword: Asatmyaindriyartha Samyoga, Shrotrendriya, Hearing loss