Bryonia Alba
Bryonia alba (white bryony)
Bryonia Alba, from white bryony, is a major homeopathic remedy with one great keynote: complaints are markedly worse from any movement and better from rest, pressure and stillness, with dryness and great thirst.
This is general information about a homeopathic remedy, not a prescription or dosing advice. In homeopathy the correct remedy and potency are chosen for the whole individual symptom picture by a qualified homeopath — the same remedy is not right for everyone. Do not self-medicate, and consult a qualified homeopathic doctor (and your physician for serious or persistent conditions) before taking any remedy.
What Bryonia Alba is used for
- Dry, painful cough worse from movement
- Joint pain and stiffness better from rest and pressure
- Headaches worse from the slightest motion
- Constipation with dry, hard stools and dry mouth
- Fevers with dryness and great thirst
Characteristic symptom picture
Homeopaths look for these guiding features when considering Bryonia Alba.
- Worse from any movement; better lying still
- Better from firm pressure and rest
- Dryness of mouth and mucous membranes
- Great thirst for large quantities of water
- Irritable; wants to be left alone
Potency
Bryonia is commonly used in 30C and 200C; potency selection is a clinical decision.
Conditions where Bryonia Alba is considered
Frequently asked questions
What is Bryonia Alba used for?
It suits complaints that are markedly worse from any movement and better from rest and pressure — dry cough, joint pain, headaches, and constipation with dryness and thirst. The right remedy depends on the whole case.
Is Bryonia good for dry cough?
It is one of the most-considered remedies for a dry, painful cough worse from movement, but a homeopath confirms suitability.
Does Bryonia help joint pain?
It suits joint pain that is worse from motion and better from rest and firm pressure; a practitioner confirms it fits.
Can I take it without advice?
No — consult a qualified homeopath for the correct remedy and potency.
Don’t self-prescribe — get the right remedy for your case
Consult a homeopathy doctor