Allium Cepa

The classic remedy for streaming noses, burning discharge and hay fever symptoms.

Overview

Allium Cepa is one of the top remedies for colds and hay fever where the nose runs profusely and the discharge burns or irritates the upper lip. Sneezing is frequent, the eyes water, and the person may feel blocked despite the constant flow. It resembles the effect of cutting an onion — making it easy to remember.

When to Think of This Remedy

• Streaming, acrid nasal discharge
• Burning or irritation around the nostrils
• Hay fever with sneezing and watery eyes
• Runny nose that burns the upper lip
• Cold symptoms beginning with violent sneezing
• Blocked nose despite constant discharge

Mental & Emotional Picture

• Irritable or restless from discomfort
• Sensitive to warm rooms
• Prefers fresh, cool air

Physical Indicators

• Profuse, watery, burning nasal discharge
• Watery eyes (usually non-irritating)
• Violent, frequent sneezing
• Nose and upper lip become sore or raw
• No sense of smell
• Headache from sinus irritation

Modalities

Better: Fresh air, open spaces, cool environments
Worse: Warm rooms, evening time, being indoors

Perfect For

• Hay fever
• Seasonal allergies
• Streaming head colds
• Non-stop sneezing
• Burning or raw nostrils

Educational use only. Not medical advice. Please consult a homeopath for chronic or severe conditions.