Sanguinaria (bloodroot)
Sanguinaria canadensis
A headache remedy especially suited to right-sided pain that starts in the back of the head and settles over the right eye. The headache often flares at menopause or with digestive upset and is accompanied by nausea, burning, and a desire to lie still.
Key indications
- Right-sided headache beginning in the neck and settling over the right eye
- Headache with nausea, vomiting, or burning in the stomach
- Flares around menopause or after digestive disturbances
- Pain better from lying down, quiet, and falling asleep
Right side, lying down, motion, noise, strong odors, menopause
Lying down, quiet, sleep, cool air
200C every 30 minutes during an acute headache; taper as symptoms improve.
Belladonna (deadly nightshade)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.