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Colocynthis (Bitter Apple)

Citrullus colocynthis

Botanical illustration of Colocynthis

A leading remedy for left-sided sciatic pain that is clearly relieved by heat or applying hard pressure. Often triggered or worsened by suppressed anger or indignation.

Key indications

  • Top remedy for left-sided sciatica relieved by heat & pressure
  • Cramping, shooting pain down the left leg
  • Pain markedly better from hard pressure and warmth
  • Often triggered by anger or emotional upset
Worse from

Anger, cold, damp, lying on the painless side

Better from

Bending double, hard pressure, warmth, lying on the painful side

Suggested dosage

200C every 2–4 hours during acute sciatic attacks; twice daily for ongoing pain.

Frequently taken with
Hypericum (St. John's wort)

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.