Remedy
Ranunculus Bulbosus (bulbous buttercup)
Ranunculus bulbosus
The leading remedy for shingles on the trunk, with clustered vesicles along the ribs, sharp intercostal neuralgia, and burning-stitching pains. Especially useful during the acute eruptive phase of herpes zoster.
Key indications
- Acute shingles eruption along the ribs or trunk with clustered vesicles
- Sharp, stitching, or burning intercostal nerve pain
- Skin sore to touch; symptoms worse from motion and cold damp air
- Pleuritic or nerve pains worse from weather changes
Worse from
Motion, touch, cold damp weather, changes of weather, alcohol
Suggested dosage
30C every 3 hours during acute shingles eruption; taper to twice daily as blisters dry.
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.