Belladonna (deadly nightshade)
Atropa belladonna
A remedy for sudden, intensely inflamed cutaneous skin infections that are hot, red, throbbing, and acutely painful. Useful when boils or infected scrapes appear rapidly with a bright red, shiny surface and marked heat.
Key indications
- Sudden onset of hot, red, throbbing skin infection
- Boils that are very tender and bright red
- Infected cuts or scrapes with burning heat and marked redness
- Skin feels dry, hot, and sensitive to the slightest touch
- Flushed face, dilated pupils, or fever accompanying the skin complaint
Touch, motion, warmth, sun exposure, lying flat
Cool compresses, light covering, sitting propped up
30C every 2–3 hours during the acute stage; taper as heat and redness subside.
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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.