Flu: how to treat it with homeopathy?

Published on 05/01/2024 08:02

And if to prevent the flu (or treat if it is already too late), we bet on homeopathy? We tell you everything about this alternative treatment.

The flu . If there is one that we dread every winter, this is it! Contagious, this infectious viral pathology is manifested by a high fever, cough , muscle and joint pains, headaches, chills and a general abatement.

Traditionally, these ailments are relieved by taking Paracetamol coupled with vitamin C , antibiotics being ineffective since it is a viral pathology. People at risk (children, the elderly or with cardiovascular diseases, diabetes ...) may be prescribed antivirals (Tamiflu®) to accelerate healing and reduce the intensity of pain (provided be administered at the onset of symptoms and no later than 48 hours after onset).

But for those of us who prefer to turn to homeopathy , here are some suggestions for prescriptions that pharmacists can offer you.

Anti-flu homeopathy

Prevention: Influenzinum 9 CH (1 dose per week for 3 weeks, then 1 dose per month in the following months Yersin 9 CH Serum (1 dose per month from October to March).
Influenza or flu: Oscillococcinum® (1 dose in the first days of symptoms 3 times a day for 1 to 3 days Paragrippe® (1 tablet every hour between doses of Oscillococcinum®).
Convalescence: China rubra 15 CH Kalium phosphoricum 15 CH (5 granules each, morning and evening for 15 days).

Fever, body aches, headaches ... What homeopathic treatments?

In case of high fever of sudden onset and greater than 38.5 °, take Aconitum 9 CH (1 dose to be renewed 3 to 6 hours later) before the appearance of perspiration Belladonna 9 CH (5 granules every hour) after the appearance of perspiration.

The fever intensifies gradually? Here are several options:

Low and less than 38.5 °: Ferrum Phosphoricum 9 CH (5 granules every hour).
High with stun and tremor: Gelsemium 9 CH (5 granules every hour).
In plateau with intense thirst and search for immobility: Bryonia 9CH (5 granules every hour).

Eupatorium perfoliatum and Rhus toxicodendron 7 CH (4 granules every 2 hours) are very effective in relieving aches and pains.

Finally, the cough can be attenuated with a dose of Bryonia 7 CH (4 granules every 2h)

Warning: in case of high fever (more than 40 ° C), unusual symptoms (respiratory distress) or worsening of the abrupt state, it is urgent to consult a doctor.

I have the flu: the right things to do

In order not to contaminate those around us (it is advisable to take Oscillococcinum®), it is important to use disposable tissues and to throw them in a closed trash, to ventilate their interior and to wash themselves. frequently hands.

For the duration of the flu (3 to 7 days), we remain bedridden and we think to hydrate regularly.

Source: "Homeopathy and Prescription Officinale, 43 clinical situations" by Michèle Boiron and François Roux (published by Éditions Similia).