Remedy

Bryonia (white bryony)

Bryonia alba

For flu that hits hard with fever, aching joints, and a 'wants to lie perfectly still' state. Every movement worsens the pain, and the person is irritable and thirsty.

Key indications

Best for: Top remedy for flu with high fever and body aches worse from any motion
Wants to lie completely still and be left alone
Dry, painful cough and headache from movement
Great thirst for large amounts of cold water

Worse from

Any motion, warmth, morning

Better from

Lying still, firm pressure, cool

Suggested dosage

30C every 4 hours during acute flu with fever and body aches; taper as fever and stiffness settle.

Frequently taken with

Rhus Tox (poison ivy)

Eupatorium Perfoliatum (boneset)

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.