Quick Summary
🌿Drosera is a carnivorous plant which traps insects by its sticky tentacles and then extracts nutrients from their bodies by dissolving them with enzymes.
When potentized, Drosera becomes a significant homeopathic remedy for various types of coughs, and especially whooping cough. In addition, it’s a useful remedy for types of bone or “growing” pains and breathlessness, both of which are worse after midnight.
Those who need Drosera may also have a family or personal history of tuberculosis.
Mental-emotional Symptoms
- Restless, stubborn, and suspicious.
- Difficult concentration with restlessness.
- Easily angered.
- Feels persecuted by others, or that others can’t be trusted.
- Anxiety when alone.
- Fear of ghosts.
Cough and Respiratory Problems
- Cough as soon as head touches the pillow.
- Paroxysmal, spasmodic cough.
- Unable to catch breath with cough.
- Cough with retching and vomiting.
- Cough so severe that it triggers nosebleeds.
- Constriction in throat on talking.
- Cough from irritation in the larynx.
- Cold sweat with cough
- Asthma with a history of tuberculosis.
Throat
- Raw, sore feeling in the throat from coughing.
- Sensation of a foreign body in the larynx.
Head & Chest
- Headache from violent coughing.
- Chest pain and soreness after coughing fits.
Musculoskeletal Problems
- Writer’s cramp.
- Spasm in fingers when grasping something.
- Growing pains with restlessness.
- Joint problems or joint pain when other Drosera symptoms also present.
For Pets
- Cough with gagging or retching.
- Kennel cough in dogs.
Where do I find it?
Drosera rotundifolia is available here as a single remedy in a variety of strengths (potency).
Dosage Instructions
Take 3 pellets every 10 minutes to 2 hours depending on intensity. Stop once improvement is noticed. Repeat only if symptoms return. If no improvement after three doses, seek professional guidance.
A Few Words
While the above self-limiting, acute complaints are suitable for home treatment with Drosera, see your healthcare provider if your symptoms worsen or fail to improve. Drosera is also useful for a range of chronic or persistent complaints not listed; these are best managed by a qualified homeopath for good results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Drosera used for in homeopathy? A: Drosera is primarily used for spasmodic coughs, including whooping cough, dry barking coughs, and coughs that come in rapid fits.
Q: How does Drosera differ from other cough remedies? A: Drosera is especially indicated when the cough is violent, occurs in rapid succession, and is worse at night or after lying down.
Q: Can Drosera help with throat irritation? A: Yes, it relieves raw, sore sensations in the throat caused by persistent coughing.
Q: Is Drosera safe for children? A: It is often used for children with whooping cough, but dosing should follow professional guidance.
Q: Can Drosera be used for pets? A: Yes, it is sometimes given to dogs or cats with spasmodic or kennel cough symptoms.
Q: How should Drosera be taken? A: Typically, 3 pellets every 10 minutes to 2 hours depending on intensity, stopping once improvement is noticed.
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