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Hepar Sulph (sulphur + oyster shell)

Hepar sulphuris calcareum

Botanical illustration of Hepar Sulph

For colds that have progressed to thick, yellow, offensive discharge, often with sensitivity to cold air and touch. Useful when sinuses feel raw or splinter-like and the person is chilly, irritable, and easily worse from any draft.

Key indications

  • Colds with thick yellow or greenish nasal discharge 
  • Sinus pain with a splinter-like or raw sensation
  • Extreme sensitivity to cold air, drafts, and uncovering
  • Sneezing at the least exposure to cold; irritable and chilly
Worse from

Cold air, drafts, uncovering, touch

Better from

Warmth, wrapping up the head, warm damp air

Suggested dosage

6C every 4 hours during acute congestion; taper as discharge and sensitivity ease.

Frequently taken with
Ferrum Phosphoricum (iron phosphate)Kali Muriaticum (potassium chloride)Chelidonium (greater celandine)

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.