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Hypericum (St. John's wort)

Hypericum perforatum

Botanical illustration of Hypericum

Known as the 'arnica of the nerves,' Hypericum is used for injuries to parts rich in nerves — fingers, toes, lips, spine, and the head — especially when there is sharp, shooting nerve pain after trauma.

Key indications

  • Injuries to nerves, puncture wounds
Worse from

Cold, damp, foggy weather, touch, jarring motion

Better from

Warmth, gentle rest, bending the head back

Suggested dosage

200C every 3–4 hours during acute nerve pain; twice daily for lingering or chronic nerve pains.

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.