Remedy

Crataegus Oxyacantha (hawthorn)

Crataegus oxyacantha

Botanical illustration of Crataegus Oxyacantha

A gentle heart tonic for palpitations that reflect a tired or feeble heart — irregular, fluttering beats with breathlessness and fatigue on slight exertion. Useful for the weak, rapid pulse that follows illness or long-standing strain.

Key indications

  • Best for: Top heart tonic for a weak heart with fluttering, irregular palpitations
  • Irregular or feeble pulse with breathlessness on exertion
  • Fatigue and heaviness in the chest after exertion
  • Palpitations following illness or prolonged stress
Worse from

Exertion, emotional strain

Better from

Rest, warmth, steady gentle activity

Suggested dosage

5 drops of herbal mother tincture twice daily; continue for several weeks.

Frequently taken with

No complementary remedies listed yet.

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.