Remedy
Aconite (monkshood)
Aconitum napellus
First remedy at the very beginning of a cough or cold — sudden onset after exposure to cold dry air, with dry, barking cough and restless anxiety.
Key indications
- Early stage of sudden onset coughs, colds & croup
- Cough begins at the start of a cold, often after cold dry wind
- Restless, anxious, fearful state with the cough
- Worse at night, especially around midnight
Worse from
Cold dry air, wind, midnight, fright
Better from
Warmth, fresh air, reassurance
Suggested dosage
200C every 3–4 hours at first sign; taper as cough settles.
Frequently taken with
Ignatia (St. Ignatius bean)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.