Coughing is one of the most common symptoms of all. It is best known in the context of a flu-like infection, i.e. a cold. Irritant coughs, on the other hand, occur mainly in the case of an allergy or a dry throat.
There are also various lung diseases that are associated with coughing. These include COPD, i.e. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or asthma. It does not have to be behind each cough a COPD, but the cough is nevertheless often loading for the person concerned. It is therefore recommended to use various homeopathic drugs and household remedies to reduce the irritation of the cough. However, if the irritation persists for a long period of time, a doctor should be consulted.
These homeopathics are used
Among the homeopathic remedies for coughs are
- Aconitum
- Arsenicum album
- Nux vomica
- Drosera
- Belladonna
- Balloon vine
- Bryonia
- Hepar sulfuris
- Pulsatilla
- Rumex
- Spongia
When is it used: The homeopathic remedy Aconitum is used not only for coughs but also for colds with fever and angina. Furthermore, it can be used for panic attacks and in a state of shock. Effect: The effect of the homeopathic remedy is based on an alleviation of pain and signs of inflammation, such as swelling and redness.
Thus it also has a calming effect on the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract and thus relieves coughing. Typical dosage (drops/globules): The homeopathic remedy is used in the form of globules with the potency D30. Five of these globules can be taken up to three times a day.
When to use: The homeopathic preparation Arsenicum album can be used for coughs and chesty coughs, as well as for vomiting, diarrhea and stomach complaints. Effect: The effect of the homeopathic preparation is based on the relief of irritations. The homeopathic remedy has a calming effect on the skin and mucous membranes and thus also reduces coughs.
Typical dosage (drops/globules): Arsenicum album is used in the form of globules. For independent use, potency D12 with five globules per day is recommended. When to use: Nux vomica is mainly used for gastrointestinal tract complaints such as abdominal pain, flatulence, vomiting and constipation, but can also be used for coughs.
Effect: Nux vomica has a calming effect on the body and is therefore used in many ways. It has a strengthening and regenerating effect and supports the immune system. Typical dosage (drops/globules): For acute complaints, five globules of nux vomica in potencies D6 or D12 can be taken.
They should not be taken more than three times a day. When is it used: The homeopathic drug Drosera is used mainly for sore throat and coughing, including irritable and whooping cough. It can also be used for headaches.
Effect: Drosera has a good effect on the respiratory tract and is therefore mainly used for severe coughs. It has a calming and decongesting effect on the mucous membrane. Typical dosage (drops/globules): For acute cough complaints Drosera in the form of globules with the potency D6 can be taken three times a day with five globules.
When to use: The homeopathic remedy belladonna is typically used for colds with cough and fever, headaches, as well as for high blood pressure and joint complaints. Effect: The homeopathic remedy has a regulating effect on the circulation and has a calming and soothing effect. It leads to reduction of sweat and overheating of the body and relieves cough.
Typical dosage (drops/globules): For independent use Belladonna in the form of globules with potency D6 is recommended up to five times a day with five globules for two days. When is it used: Balloon vine is a homeopathic remedy that is used not only for coughing but also for hay fever, neurodermatitis, skin rashes and rheumatism. Effect: Balloon Vine is also called Cardiospermum in homeopathy and is especially effective for allergic and inflammation-related symptoms.
Thus, it also relieves various irritations, such as the irritation of coughing. Typical dosage (drops/globules): For dosage, the balloon vine in globules with the potencies D2 or D6 with five globules per day is recommended. Alternatively, a mother tincture can also be used.
When to use: The homeopathic remedy Bryonia is used not only for coughs but also for stomach complaints, arthritis, headaches, dizziness and fever. Effect: Broynia is a typical homeopathic remedy for colds.It has a soothing effect on coughs, reduces headaches and aching limbs and has a moisturizing effect on dry mucous membranes. Typical dosage (drops/globules): The typical dosage of Bryonia is in the form of globules with the potencies D6 or D12.
Five globules can be taken per day. When is it used: Hepar sulfuris is used for inflammations with pus or even abscesses, as well as other injuries of the skin. For coughs it is preferably used for Krupp cough.
Effect: Hepar sulfuris is a homeopathic preparation, which is classically used for inflammations. It reduces pain and irritation, has a decongestant and modulating effect on the immune system. Typical dosage (drops/globules): The dosage of hepar sulfuris is recommended with globules of potencies D6 or D12.
Five globules a day are sufficient for this. When to use: The homeopathic drug Pulsatilla is used to treat coughs and irritable coughs as well as colds, inflammation of the bladder and complaints during menstruation. Effect: Pulsatilla is a versatile homeopathic preparation and has a reducing effect on pain and irritation.
Therefore it also has a soothing effect on coughs. Typical dosage (drops/globules): For the typical dosage of Pulsatilla the use of globules in potency D12 is recommended. Three of these globules can be taken three times a day.
When to use: A typical homeopathic remedy for coughs or chesty coughs is Rumex, which can also be used for colds and allergic reactions. Effect: Rumex is extracted from the dock plant and contains vitamin C. It has a strengthening effect on the immune system and reduces irritations, especially in connection with allergies. Typical dosage (drops/globules): Rumex is usually applied in the form of drops with the potencies D1 or D3.
Five drops can be taken up to five times a day. When to use: The area of application of Spongia includes coughing, inflammation and infections of the respiratory tract, as well as asthma and heart complaints. Effect: Spongia has a regenerating and moisturizing effect on the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract.
It has a modulating effect on the immune system and promotes the removal of harmful substances. Typical dosage (drops/globules): Spongia is applied in the form of globules, preferably with the potencies D6 or D12. Five of these globules can be taken up to three times a day.
