Aconite

The remedy for sudden shock, fear, and symptoms that appear out of nowhere.

Overview

Aconite is the classic remedy for symptoms that come on suddenly after a shock, fright, exposure to cold wind, or an intense emotional event. The person is often restless, fearful, and physically agitated. Aconite is frequently used in the earliest stage of many illnesses where heat, burning sensations, or sudden pain appear.

When to Think of This Remedy

• Sudden onset of illness, especially at night
• Panic or fear after shock or trauma
• First stage of colds with burning or dryness
• Dry cough or croup around midnight
• Rapid, hot fevers with anxiety
• Sudden earache after cold wind exposure
• Early sore throat with burning or raw dryness

Mental & Emotional Picture

• Intense fear something bad will happen
• Panic after shock or bad news
• Restlessness and agitation
• Fear of death (strong keynote)
• Nightmares after fright

Physical Indicators

• Hot, dry skin and fevers
• Thirst for cold drinks
• Burning sore throat or tickling cough
• Sudden, painful red ears
• Dry cough worse at midnight
• Sudden headaches with heat

Modalities

Better: Fresh air, warmth, rest, reassurance
Worse: Cold wind, night (midnight), being alone, shock

Perfect For

• Fear + physical symptoms after a shock
• Sudden fevers and early-stage colds
• Anxiety after fright
• First signs of earache or sore throat
• Exposure to cold, dry winds
• Midnight coughs or croup

Educational use only. Not medical advice. Refer to a homeopath for chronic or severe conditions.