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Homeopathy for UTIs

Writer's picture: JenJen

Updated: Jul 15, 2022

Acute prescribing is done in the same way constitutional prescribing is done. The difference between the two is that an acute is a self limiting condition and the symptoms taken into account are those that are unusual for the patient. Think of the flu or a cold, or a UTI (cystitis). In contrast, in chronic, or constitutional prescribing, all symptoms related to the person over time are considered.

There are numerous remedies to be considered for urinary tract infections, and just as in chronic case taking, emotional, mental, and physical symptoms are all taken into account. If you find yourself unsure of which remedy to take, consult a classically trained homeopath. And, as always, speak with your doctor if you have worrisome symptoms. The following remedies are commonly prescribed for UTIs:




Apis mellifica (apis): Burning and stinging pains that get worse at night. Great urgency but the urine comes out in drops. Symptoms are worse for touch and for heat. Cool applications and cool bathing bring relief.


Belladonna (bell): Intense and frequent urge to urinate. Sensitive bladder with a cramping sensation. There may be a small amount of blood in the urine. Symptoms come on suddenly and are often accompanied by a fever and restlessness or irritability.


Cantharis (canth): Restlessness and burning. Very strong urge to urinate with cutting pains. The bladder feels full even when emptied. Only small amounts of urine pass and as it passes it causes a scalding sensation.


Causticum (caust): Paralysis of the bladder with enuresis (involuntary urination at night). The patient has a hard time beginning to urinate and might experience involuntary urination when coughing or sneezing. Pains are burning or biting.


Nux vomica (nux-v): A constant need to urinate with only small amounts passing. The bladder is burning or crampy and relieved by warmth. The symptoms are accompanied by emotional irritability and a chilly feeling.


Sepia (sep): Recurrent UTIs, especially with a history of frequent antibiotics. The patient feels worn out and irritable. Sudden urging and involuntary loss of urine. There is a bearing down feeling in the area of the bladder or behind the pubis.


Staphysagria (staph): Cystitis which develops after catheter use or after intercourse. There is a sensation of a drop of urine rolling down the urethra. Pain occurs during and after urination.


These are only some of the remedies which can be used for cystitis. If your symptoms don’t match any of these, consult a classical homeopath.




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