Colocynthis (Bitter Apple)
Citrullus colocynthis
A classic remedy for colicky abdominal pain, especially in babies and children, where the pain is cramping, griping, and markedly relieved by bending forward, drawing up the legs, or applying firm pressure to the abdomen. The child may scream with pain and only settle when lying on the stomach or pressed against a warm surface.
Key indications
- Colic in babies or children with cramping, griping pains
- Pain relieved by bending forward, drawing up the legs, or hard pressure
- Child feels better lying on the stomach or pressing abdomen against something warm
- Irritable, angry colic with writhing or restlessness
Anger, feeding, lying on the back, motion
Bending forward, hard pressure, warmth, lying on the stomach
30C every 15–30 minutes during acute colic; taper as the pain settles.
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.