Cure the flu with homeopathy

The flu is at the origin of the seasonal epidemic which rages every winter, between the months of November and April in the northern hemisphere. It usually starts at the end of December, and lasts an average of ten weeks. Fortunately there are homeopathic treatments for prevention and attack to cure the flu virus .

Symptoms of the influenza virus

The flu is an infectious disease caused by the Influenza virus. It is generally not serious in healthy people. The flu (seasonal) is an acute respiratory infection, different from a common cold. The flu condition is usually the cause of a high fever and can cause fatigue and a cough lasting for several weeks.

In healthy people , recovery from influenza is spontaneous after one to two weeks.
In elderly or vulnerable people, the flu can unbalance the health status with a risk of worsening of existing diseases (chronic diseases such as heart or respiratory failure, chronic bronchitis, asthma, diabetes, cystic fibrosis…).

The symptoms of influenza can occur typically for 3 to 7 days. Most often, the temperature decreases in 2 to 4 days. Fatigue and coughing can last for up to 2 weeks, and sometimes longer.

Onset of chills, malaise, muscle pain, headache
High fever, which can reach 40 °
Increased heart rate (tachycardia)
Chills, fatigue, depression which may lead to drowsiness, lack of appetite (anorexia)
Runny nose (rhinorrhea), sore throat, difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
Veiled voice, difficulty speaking, burning in the chest, dry cough
Severe headaches in the forehead, eyes, difficulty in bearing light (photophobia).

Recovery is complete in most people within one to two weeks.

The symptoms of the flu virus can also be mistaken for the Covid-19 . Anosmia (loss of smell) and ageusia (loss of taste) are not characteristic of Covid-19 infection, they can also occur with the flu. This is why, on suspicion of influenza , it is important to also carry out the diagnosis of Covid, confirmed by a virological test by RT-PCR .

Homeopathic treatments for the prevention of influenza

How to avoid catching the flu

Each winter, the influenza virus, responsible for the flu, is transmitted by droplets of saliva suspended in the air, or present on the hands or doorknobs. Contamination can be favored by fatigue, stress, deficiencies, pollution or carelessness, such as non-compliance with hygiene precautions.

This is why it is strongly recommended to wash your hands well with an antiseptic : before preparing the meal, eating, after blowing your nose or after each outing.

Will cover the nose and mouth c have d e cough or sneeze, use of anti projection masks and disposable handkerchiefs are other gestures barrier that can limit the spread of viruses.

Choosing the right homeopathic remedy for preventing the flu

The best method of preventing influenza is to strengthen the body’s immune defenses . Indeed, when the immune defenses are strengthened, the body is immune to influenza and its symptoms can be reduced.

	Oscillococcinum : One dose per week if you do not have anyone around you with flu symptoms. If, on the other hand, you are around someone with the flu, increase the prescription by taking a dose two days in a row.
	Influenzinum 9ch is a remedy designed from the strains of the Institut Pasteur vaccine. One dose per week (10 granules or one dose) for a month, then one dose every 15 days, until the end of the epidemic.
	Echinacea : excellent stimulant of the immune system, take in mother tincture (TM) 10 drops per day for children (over 30 months) and 30 drops per day for adults.
	Thymulin 9 CH : immunostimulant prepared from thymus extracts, take one dose per week.
	Yersin serum : for prevention, take 10 granules every 15 days from the beginning of October to the end of February.

Or else you can always discover the Homeopathic Flu Prevention Kit There is homeopathic prevention against influenza, combining Oscillococcinum and Influenzinum. This treatment is to be taken from October.

However, in people belonging to groups at risk of complications, it is not a substitute for the flu vaccine. A position recalled by the National Medicines Safety Agency in an information point published in 2016 .

Influenza is an infectious disease caused by the influenza virus. It is generally not serious in healthy people. Influenza (seasonal) is an acute respiratory infection, different from a common cold. It usually causes intense fever and can cause fatigue and a cough extending over several weeks. In healthy people, the development of influenza is often favorable and spontaneous recovery after one to two weeks. In the elderly or weakened, the flu can unbalance the state of health with a risk of aggravation of already existing diseases (some chronic diseases such as heart failure or respiratory, chronic bronchitis, asthma, Diabetes, cystic fibrosis…). Vaccination against influenza is therefore recommended in these subjects at risk of complications.

Preventing flu in Homeopathy

The best way to prevent the flu is to strengthen the body’s immune defenses. It is poruquoi, to prevent the flu, it is possible to establish a real program to strengthen the organism and this, from the month of September to the month of February. To do this, the alternating dose of four granules of three products can be carried out: from “Serum de Yersin 7CH” Every Saturday and Wednesday, granules of “Influenzinum 9CH” every Thursday and Monday and 4 granules of “Thymulin 9CH” every Tuesday S and Fridays. Indeed, when the immune defenses are strengthened, the organism is immune to the flu and the symptoms of it can be attenuated

Oscillococcinum: One dose per week if you have no one in your entourage with the flu symptoms.
If, on the other hand, you rub shoulders with a person who is seized, increase the prescription by taking a dose two days in a row.
Influenzinum 9ch is a remedy designed from the vaccine strains of the Pasteur Institute. It does not replace the vaccine strictly speaking. One catch per week (10 pellets or one dose) for one month, then one taken every 15 days, until the end of the epidemic.
Echinacea: Excellent stimulant of immune defenses, take in Mother Tincture (TM) 10 drops per day for children (over 30 months) and 30 drops a day for adults.
Thymulin 9 CH: Immunostimulant prepared based on thymus extracts, take one dose per week.
Yersin Serum: In prevention, take 10 granules every 15 days from the beginning of October to the end of February.

Homeopathy to cure the flu

Do you feel like you have a seizure? It is advisable to double the dose of Echinacea and take copper bulbs in oligo-elements (twice a day). You can also take Ferrum phosphoricum 9 CH (5 granules morning and evening).

Feeling seized? For sure, you notice a sudden onset of the flu (sudden access of fever, aches, general fatigue…), take Oscillococcinum: 2 or 3 doses per day (6 hours apart). Phosphorus 15 HP: One dose three days in a row in anticipation of possible complications. Finally, Gelsemium 9 ch, Eupatorium perfoliatum 9 ch and Rhus Toxicodendron 9 ch taken alternating every hour are the classic homeopathic medicines for treating flu symptoms.

The flu is easily cured with homeopathy. However, in some cases it is essential to consult a doctor. Indeed, some complications may occur: breathing difficulties even at rest (shortness of breath), fever Rise for three days (more than 38.5 °c) or chest pain. If any of these symptoms appear, it is advisable to consult a doctor.

Which homeopathic remedy to choose to cure the flu

It is advisable to choose its homeopathic anti influenza treatment according to the symptoms of the influenza virus or the influenza state .

A homeopathic treatment can shorten the course of infection and reduce the number of complications. All homeopathic medicines are to be taken a quarter of an hour before meals by letting the granules melt under the tongue, or half an hour after meals. They have no side effects or contraindications, and are compatible with all allopathic treatments.

Homeopathic remedies for the onset of flu

Depending on the stage of the flu and the symptoms, you may take any of the following homeopathic remedies:

L52 Etat Flu Boiron is a homeopathic medicine used in flu-like conditions, feverish aches, non-productive coughs and post-influenza asthenia.

Infludo Weleda is a homeopathic medicine in oral solution traditionally used in the flu state, from the first stage until the disappearance of symptoms such as: inflammation of the ENT mucous membranes, headache (headache), myalgia (muscle pain).

Paragrippe ; 2 tablets to suck every hour.

Do you have flu-like symptoms? It is advisable to double the dose of ‘ Echinacea and take in addition to copper blisters trace elements (twice daily).

Homeopathic treatments for fever

You can take 3 granules, three times a day of one or more strains mentioned, depending on your symptoms:

→ With chilliness : Nux Vomica 9 CH:

when the flu is sneezing followed by watery rhinorrhea (runny nose like water), fever with chills and body aches

→ Predominantly nocturnal : Mercuris Solubilis 9 CH:

indicated in infections of the airways, nasopharyngitis, sinusitis with headache localized on the forehead, wet coryza with thick discharge, otitis caused by nasopharyngitis and white sore throat with high fever.

→ With perspiration : Belladonna 9 CH :

indicated in the event of sudden onset of the flu, h yperthermia and congestion especially cephalic, profuse sweating ea throbbing or delirium linked to fever.

Homeopathic care for stiffness

In case of aches related to fever, you can take Pyrogenum 9 CH and Rhus toxicodendron 9 CH 3 granules each three times a day.

Homeopathic medicines for cough and sore throat

You can take 3 granules, three times a day of one or more strains mentioned, depending on your symptoms:

→ Take Bryonia 9 CH in case of progressive, moderate fever, feeling of dryness,

thirst, pain in the windpipe or bronchial tubes, painful cough.

when the flu manifests itself by fever, sweating, intense thirst (sensation of dry mouth), headache, eye pain and joint pain which increases in intensity with the slightest movement

→ Take Ferrum Phosphoricum 9CH in case of moderate fever,

inflammation of the eardrums or bronchi, dry and painful cough.

(insidious onset, low fever, clammy skin, tendency to congest or localized bleeding)

→ Take Hepar Sulfur 9 CH in case of sudden high fever, sharp pain in the throat or larynx.

Advice from your naturopath

Remember to boost your immunity during an epidemic, if you have to take the metro, go to the hospital or the supermarket, we recommend that you use an Antibacterial Hand Gel with essential oils .
For people over 65, it is recommended to use the flu vaccine over homeopathic treatment. The influenza vaccine protects against four strains of the virus . It is strongly recommended for people over 65, those suffering from chronic diseases, pregnant women as well as obese people (whose BMI is greater than or equal to 40 ). Getting vaccinated at the start of winter is also a way to prevent the epidemic from spreading. The vaccine has been available since October and the vaccination campaign will run until January 31.