General Information

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.

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 of the remedy every 10 minutes to two hours (10 minutes for intense symptoms, 2 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 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.