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Remedy

Lachesis (bushmaster snake venom)

Lachesis muta

Botanical illustration of Lachesis

An alternate remedy for stubborn, recurrent nosebleeds that tend to start on the left side or produce dark, thin blood. 

Key indications

  • Best for: Stubborn or recurring nosebleeds; especially with dark blood or in people with easy bleeding generally
  • Nosebleeds with sensitive nostrils worse from heat, menopause, or sleep
  • Tendency towards venous congestion or easy bleeding in the body generally
Worse from

Heat, sleep, menopause

Better from

Open air, cool applications, flow of blood

Suggested dosage

200C once every other day in stubborn, recurrent nosebleeds. 

Frequently taken with
Hamamelis Virginiana (witch hazel)Arnica Montana (leopard's bane)

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.