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Abstract : Ayurveda can serve better in many disease conditions, where conventional system face several limitations. Refractive errors are among such conditions, where effective management is becoming a challenge. Myopia or short sight, is that form of refractive error wherein parallel rays of light come to focus in front of sentient layer of the retina when the eye is at rest. Around 60% cases of blurred vision are due to simple myopia and this may present from simple eye strain to blurring of vision. The contemporary medicine advices optical correction and lasik surgery for managing this condition; whereas Ayurveda provides better care and prevent complications in initial stages. As many of the individuals may not prefer surgery; a great emphasise on the alternative measures for satisfactory management is the need of the hour. In this paper, a case of simple myopia managed with Ayurvedic protocol has been presented.