Natrum sulphuricum [Nat-s]
This remedy is claimed by some to be a specific for genuine grippe or influenza, or for the lingering after effects-if you haven’t been cured by it. Give Natrum sulph. 6x, about 6 tablets, every two hours, until amelioration sets in, then lessen the dose.
Avena sativa [Aven]
For the often slow convalescence from grippe, 5 drops of Avena sat. 0, three or four times a day, is said to be very effective. It is a tincture of oats.
Sabadilla [Sabad]
This is a remedy for grippe that seems allied to hay-fever-red eyes, watery, much sneezing, running at the nose, headache. Use Sabadilla 3. Dose, every hour.
Eupatorium perfoliatum [Eup-per]
This is the old herbalists’ bone-set. It is indicated in grippe, or colds, when the bones ache-the whole body and headaches. Give the tincture or the 3d or higher, about four times a day.
Gelsemium [Gels]
This drug comes in grippe when the patient is drowsy, listless, weak and prostrated. Use the 3d potency.
Bryonia [Bry]
comes in where the pain seems to centre in the chest. Use 3d potency.
Arsenicum [Ars]
comes in where a burning sensation is largely in evidence. Use 6th potency.
Ambrosia artemisiaefolia [Ambro]
will cure more acute colds than all other remedies I have used.- Kirkland.
