General Information
Cocculus indicus (Cocc.) is a key remedy for motion sickness or complaints following lack of sleep, especially lack of sleep from caring for others. These complaints usually revolve around, dullness or confusion, dizziness, slowness, nausea, headaches, and weakness. Those needing Cocculus is often empathic, sensitive, serious, and tend to be quiet individuals.
Motion Sickness
- From looking at moving objects.
- From riding in cars or boats.
Nausea
- From motion or looking at moving objects.
- With dizziness.
- On rising – has to lie down.
- Worsened by the smell of food.
Vertigo / Dizziness
- From looking at moving objects
- After a loss of sleep.
- Things spin in all directions.
- Drunken feeling.
Confusion and Fogginess
- Slowing of reactions.
- Slow to answer questions.
- A weakness of memory for what has just been thought.
Dysmenorrhoea / Painful Periods
- With weakness, dizziness, and cramps.
- Bleeding profuse, early, and dark.
Sleep Disturbances
- Sleeplessness from mental or physical exhaustion.
- Sleeplessness from cares and worry about others.
For Pets
- Travel and motion sickness.
- Dogs may salivate with nausea but not vomit.
Where do I find it?
Cocculus 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 Cocculus, see your healthcare provider if your symptoms worsen or fail to improve. Cocculus is also useful for a range of chronic or persistent complaints not listed; these are best managed by a qualified homeopath for good results.