Dr. Reckeweg Dulcamara

Dulcamara, derived from Woody Nightshade or Bittersweet (Solanum dulcamara), is an important homeopathic remedy for ailments that arise from exposure to cold and dampness. This remedy has a specific relationship to weather changes and conditions that develop or worsen when temperatures drop suddenly, particularly when combined with dampness. Dulcamara addresses colds, coughs, rheumatic pains, skin eruptions, and digestive complaints that are triggered or aggravated by damp, cold weather. The remedy is particularly indicated for symptoms that appear during seasonal transitions from warm to cold weather, or after getting wet or chilled. Common presentations include colds with thick, yellow-green nasal discharge following cold, damp exposure; coughs worse in damp weather; rheumatic and arthritic pains that worsen before storms or in damp conditions; skin conditions including hives, warts, and eczema that worsen in cold, damp weather; and diarrhea or digestive upset from getting chilled. There is often stiffness and soreness of muscles and joints, worse from beginning to move and better from continued motion and warmth. Mental symptoms include confusion, irritability, and impatience. The remedy suits individuals who are particularly sensitive to weather changes and who consistently become ill from exposure to cold dampness. This 30C potency is the most commonly used potency for home treatment of acute conditions, providing balanced action and duration. Take 2-4 times daily or as needed.