Remedy

Cantharis (Spanish fly)

Cantharis vesicatoria

Botanical illustration of Cantharis

A supportive remedy in prostate cancer for intense burning pain during urination, scalding urine, and constant urging with only small amounts passed. Helpful when bladder irritation, blood-tinged urine, and cutting, burning sensations accompany prostate disease.

Key indications

  • Best for: Intense burning, cutting pain during urination in prostate cancer
  • Constant urging to urinate with scanty, scalding passage
  • Urine that burns, scalds, or is blood-tinged
  • Bladder inflammation with raw, burning discomfort
Worse from

Before and during urination, coffee, cold water, touch

Better from

Warmth, lying quietly, passing urine once started

Suggested dosage

200C every 2-4 hours during periods of painful urination. 

Frequently taken with

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.