Nux Vomica (strychnine tree nut)
Strychnos nux-vomica
A top remedy for sleeplessness that wakes the person at 3–4 am and keeps the mind busy until dawn. Eventually falls back asleep, then wakes late, feeling irritable and unrefreshed. Also useful after overindulgence in alcohol, sugar, or rich food.
Key indications
- Insomnia from 3–4 am, then waking late unrefreshed
- Falls back asleep late, then wakes late and irritable
- Hangover from alcohol consumption
- Constipation with constant urging, nothing passes
- Cold, irritable, oversensitive to noise
Morning, cold, stimulants, mental work
Warmth, sleep, quiet
30C once daily before bed during periods of chronic 3am insomnia or after consumption of excess sugar or alcohol. Increase to 200C once daily if needed.
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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.