General Information
Apis treats symptoms similar to those of a bee sting – swelling, burning, prickling, stinging, and redness. They may be from a bite, sting, allergic reaction, or joint inflammation and are relieved by cold applications and worsened by warmth or pressure. The sufferer is often thirstless, restless, and possibly awkward or clumsy.
Insect Bites and Bee Stings / Allergic Reactions
- Rapid swelling with itching, stinging, pricking pains.
- Pains in swellings better for cold applications and worse for heat.
- Pink, waxy, transparent swellings.
- Elevated, white patches / hives / urticaria
- Nettle-type rash.
- Swollen lips and tongue.
- Rapid doses of Apis can be given during severe allergic reactions or anaphylactic shock when there is rapid swelling and difficulty breathing while seeking or waiting for emergency help.
Eye Problems
- Swollen lids, especially bottom ones, from allergy or inflammation.
- Red, burning, sore eyes that are better for cold applications and worse for heat.
- Sensitive to light.
Sore Throat
- Splinter-like pains on swallowing.
- Large, smooth, swollen tonsils.
- Pain better for cold drinks.
- Cystitis and bladder problems
- Burning pain during urination.
- Last drops burn and sting.
- Retention of urine in newborns.
- Acute kidney failure.
- Joint problems; Swollen hot joint
- Swollen, hot, and inflamed joints.
- Pain and swelling better for cold applications and worse for warmth.
Where do I find it?
Apis mellifica (Apis.) is available here as a single remedy in a variety of strengths (potency).
Dosage Instructions (suitable for babies to adults)
Take 3 Pellets of the remedy every 5 minutes to 4 hours (5 minutes for intense symptoms such as those of a life-threatening allergic reaction, 4 hours for milder ones). Once an improvement is noticed, stop dosing and repeat the remedy only if symptoms return. If there is no improvement at all by three doses, choose a different remedy or seek professional guidance.
A Few word
While the above self-limiting, acute complaints are suitable for home treatment with Apis, see your healthcare provider if your symptoms worsen or fail to improve. Apis is also useful for a range of chronic or persistent complaints not listed; these are best managed by a qualified homeopath for good results.