Nux vomica is a homeopathic remedy indicated mainly for autointoxication, mainly due to an inappropriate lifestyle such as stress, overeating or a sedentary lifestyle.

This remedy is obtained from the seeds of nux-vomica (Strychnos nux-vomica), a tree native to South-East Asia.

To obtain the mother tincture, the seeds must be dried.

The homeopathic remedy nux vomica is sold in the form of doses, granules, drops, drinkable ampoules, suppositories and trituration.

Behavioural disorders

Behavioural disturbance is the main indication for Nux vomica in patients of all ages. In children, the pathology manifests itself in a state of rage and impatience. In most cases the pathology manifests itself as aggressiveness, daytime sleepiness and sometimes insomnia. The baby may also have digestive problems with spasmodic colic. He is constipated and has reflux. The pathology is also characterised by mild sleepiness and, at the end of breastfeeding, drowsiness.

An adult with behavioural problems is active, ambitious and often stimulated by success. In everyday life they are irritable, authoritarian and impatient. In the event of personal or professional failure, he is easily depressed and very anxious about his future. To cope with daily life, he tends to use stimulants such as coffee, tobacco, alcohol or tea.

Gastroenterology indications

Nux vomica is used to treat digestive disorders. There can be many symptoms of a digestive disorder. In most cases this pathology manifests itself as dyspepsia. The patient often feels pain in the stomach and nausea. The latter is particularly relieved by induced vomiting. He may suffer from indigestion and constipation.

In infants, nux vomica should be given for colic.

Otolaryngology indications

Nux vomica is also used in otorhinolaryngology.

It is indicated when a person has a watery and abundant cold, and when this illness is more pronounced in the morning or when there is a draught. There is also a tendency to sneeze in the morning. At night the person has a blocked nose.

Infectious disease indications

Nux vomica is a particularly effective remedy for the treatment of influenza syndromes, whatever their level.

Nux vomica is one of the most widely used remedies for treating this type of pathology.

Cardiology indications

Thanks to its composition, Nux vomica is suitable for the treatment of hypertension. A fairly common pathology, especially in adults, hypertension is a rather difficult pathology to treat. However, the use of Nux vomica is effective in treating the disease.

Other indications

In addition to its common uses, nux vomica is also used to treat other conditions.

It is recommended and considered effective in the treatment of headaches and migraines.

It is also used to treat lower back pain.