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Remedy

Pulsatilla (wind flower)

Pulsatilla nigricans

Botanical illustration of Pulsatilla

The leading remedy for hormonal imbalance causing repeated painful periods. Also well-suited to hormonal changes at puberty and sleep disruptions that occur at or before menses in women of all ages.

Key indications

  • Recurrent painful periods; insomnia around menses; moodiness during puberty
  • Complaints due to hormonal shifts at puberty with irregular or variable symptoms
  • Difficulty falling asleep despite fatigue, or waking with dry heat at midnight around menses.
  • Recurrent cramping pains in abdomen or vulva every menses.
Worse from

Warm rooms, evening, rich food

Better from

Cool open air, gentle motion, sympathy

Suggested dosage

30C every other day for 3 months. 

Important warning

Pulsatilla may affect hormonal balance and should not be used without professional guidance in pregnancy.

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.