Lachesis Muta
Lachesis muta (bushmaster snake venom)
Lachesis Muta, prepared from bushmaster snake venom, is a deep-acting homeopathic remedy known for left-sided complaints that are worse after sleep, an intolerance of anything tight around the neck, menopausal hot flushes, and an intense, talkative, suspicious temperament.
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 Lachesis Muta is used for
- Menopausal hot flushes and related complaints
- Left-sided complaints (throat, ovary, headache)
- Sore throat worse on the left and on swallowing liquids/saliva
- Circulatory complaints; dark, non-clotting bleeding
- Intense, talkative, jealous or suspicious states
Characteristic symptom picture
Homeopaths look for these guiding features when considering Lachesis Muta.
- Worse after sleep (wakes into the complaint)
- Cannot bear tight clothing around the neck or waist
- Left-sided, or moving left to right
- Loquacious; jumps from topic to topic
- Hot; worse from heat; better when a discharge or flow starts
Potency
Lachesis is commonly referenced in 30C and 200C; this is a deep remedy and potency/suitability are clinical decisions for your homeopath.
Conditions where Lachesis Muta is considered
Frequently asked questions
What is Lachesis used for?
It is associated with left-sided complaints worse after sleep, menopausal hot flushes, throat complaints and an intense, talkative temperament that cannot bear tight clothing. The right remedy still depends on your full picture.
Is Lachesis good for menopause?
It is one of the most-considered remedies for menopausal hot flushes worse on waking, but the remedy must match your overall picture — a homeopath confirms suitability.
Why "worse from tight clothing"?
A keynote of Lachesis is intolerance of constriction around the neck and waist; a homeopath uses such features to individualise the remedy.
Can I self-prescribe Lachesis?
No — this is a deep remedy that should be selected by a qualified homeopath.
Don’t self-prescribe — get the right remedy for your case
Consult a homeopathy doctor