Remedy Reference Guide

Cicuta Virosa

Cicuta virosa (water hemlock)

Cicuta Virosa uses in homeopathy: a remedy noted for violent spasms with backward bending, persistent hiccups and effects of head injury, its key picture, potencies and FAQs — informational, consult a homeopath.

Quick answer

What is Cicuta Virosa used for in homeopathy?

Cicuta Virosa, prepared from water hemlock, is a homeopathic remedy associated with violent spasms and convulsive movements marked by bending backwards, with persistent hiccups and complaints traced to a head injury, in a strange, childish mental state.

Reviewed & updated: June 2026

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 Cicuta Virosa is used for

Violent spasms with the body bending backwards
Persistent, violent hiccups
Twitching and jerking of the muscles
Complaints dating from a head injury
A confused, childish, strange mental state

Characteristic symptom picture

Homeopaths look for these guiding features when considering Cicuta Virosa.

Convulsive movements with backward arching
Spasms brought on by touch, noise, or jarring
Hiccups that are violent and persistent
Objects appearing strange or unfamiliar
A history of a blow or injury to the head

Potency

Cicuta Virosa is available in several potencies such as 6C, 30C and 200C, and in lower or mother-tincture forms in some cases. The right potency and repetition depend entirely on the individual case and are decided by a qualified homeopath - this page gives no dosing instructions.

The Cicuta Virosa picture and modalities

Cicuta Virosa is a remedy of violent spasm. Its striking keynote is convulsive movement with the body bending backwards, brought on by touch, noise, or jarring, together with violent, persistent hiccups and twitching. Complaints may date from a head injury, and the mental state can be strange and childish, with familiar things seeming unfamiliar. A homeopath reads this backward-arching, spasmodic, head-injury pattern within the whole picture, always recognising that convulsions need urgent medical care.

Before you consider Cicuta Virosa

This is materia-medica information, not advice to self-treat. Convulsions, violent persistent hiccups, and the after-effects of a head injury are serious matters that need urgent medical assessment, and a remedy must never delay that care. In homeopathy the correct remedy and potency are chosen for the whole individual by a qualified practitioner. Homeopathy should complement, not replace, conventional care.

Conditions where Cicuta Virosa is considered

Homeopathy for Hiccups

Frequently asked questions

What is Cicuta Virosa used for in homeopathy?

It is an informational materia-medica remedy classically linked with violent spasms that bend the body backwards, persistent hiccups, and effects of head injury. A homeopath matches it to the whole picture, and convulsions are medical emergencies.

Is Cicuta for hiccups or spasms?

Violent, persistent hiccups and backward-bending spasms are classic Cicuta keynotes, but convulsions and severe persistent hiccups are medical matters needing urgent assessment. The remedy is supportive only and must never delay medical care.

Should I take this remedy myself?

Self-medication is discouraged. The correct remedy and potency depend on your whole individual symptom picture and should be chosen by a qualified homeopath.

Is it safe alongside other treatment?

Many people use homeopathy alongside conventional care, but you should inform both your doctor and your homeopath about everything you take so your care stays coordinated.