Remedy

Aconite (monkshood)

Aconitum napellus

Botanical illustration of Aconite

A calming remedy for the immediate mental and emotional shock that follows a major traumatic injury, fall, or fracture. Useful when the person is restless, fearful, panicky, or feels they are going to die after the injury, and when the nervous system remains on high alert.

Key indications

  • Mental-emotional shock after a major traumatic injury or broken bone
Worse from

Sudden shock, fright, pain, cold wind, night

Better from

Fresh air, reassurance, warmth, quiet company

Suggested dosage

200C as soon as possible after the shock or injury; repeat twice daily until the acute fear and restlessness settle.

Frequently taken with

No complementary remedies listed yet.

General guidance only. 200ck may be substituted for 200C potencies. Stop the remedy upon significant improvement. If no improvement after 2-3 doses in acute cases or after 4-6 weeks in chronic cases, try a different remedy. Consult a experienced practitioner if you feel you need additional help for serious or persistent symptoms.