When do I have to go to the doctor?
Vomiting is often an expression of irritation of the stomach. This is often caused by an intolerance to a food or an infection of the digestive tract. These are causes that are usually harmless and do not require further clarification. However, if vomiting occurs several times and possibly over several days, a doctor should be consulted as soon as possible. In addition, other symptoms, such as severe abdominal pain, fever or diarrhea should be clarified by a doctor to rule out possible further diseases.
Which alternative therapy can still help?
Numerous medicinal plants can be used as alternative treatment methods for vomiting. The optimal choice of the medicinal plant can be made dependent on other accompanying symptoms. If the vomiting is accompanied by problems falling asleep, the use of lavender is recommended.
The use of artichoke is particularly suitable in cases of simultaneous bloating and flatulence. Mugwort or wormwood can be used additionally when cooking. Various anthroposophic remedies can also be helpful for vomiting.
These include, for example, the Gentiana stomach globules. These counteract above all the cramps and feeling of pressure in the stomach area which can occur as part of vomiting or as a result of it. They contain bitter substances that help normalize digestion and at the same time have a local calming effect. Up to ten globules of these can be taken three times a day for acute vomiting. The article “Household remedies for small intestines” may also be of interest to you in this regard.
Which homeopathics can help me?
There are numerous homeopathics that can help with vomiting. The homeopathic remedy Cocculus is versatile and is also used for menstrual pain, migraine and dizziness. Especially the vomiting of pregnant women can be treated well with Cocculus.The dosage is recommended with the potencies D6 or D12 with the intake of three globules symptom-adjusted several times a day.
Ipecacuanha is a homeopathic drug extracted from the ipecac root. This naturally triggers vomiting itself. In homeopathic dosage, however, the drug is suitable for combating vomiting.
It can be dosed acutely with the potencies D6 or D12, in the case of longer lasting symptoms the potency D12 should be preferred. The homeopathic remedy Arsenicum album has a calming effect on the wall of the digestive tract. It also promotes the healing of existing lesions of the mucous membrane.
Besides vomiting and diarrhea, it can also be used for shingles, herpes and burns. The recommended dosage is potency D12. However, since the homeopathic remedy is quite strong, the duration of its use should not exceed one week. More detailed information about suitable homeopathic remedies for vomiting can be found in the article: Homeopathy for vomiting
