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Remedy

Ignatia (St. Ignatius bean)

Ignatia amara

Botanical illustration of Ignatia

A leading remedy for chronic anxiety and grief, nervous sensitivity, irrational phobias and moody emotions. Helps quiet the mind and calm the nervous system when worry, grief, or stress crowd thoughts.

Key indications

  • Sleeplessness from anxiety with a racing, restless mind
  • Chronic anxiety with nervous sensitivity, sighing, and mood swings
  • Grief, heartbreak, or shock that keeps sleep away
  • Sleep interrupted by sudden waking, sighing, or a lump in the throat
  • Worse after emotional upset or a stressful day
Worse from

Emotion, coffee, tobacco smoke, consolation

Better from

Warmth, eating, distraction, urinating

Suggested dosage

200C one to two times daily. Preferably away from bedtime. Seek immediate professional support if suicidal thoughts are present. 

Frequently taken with

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.