Remedy Reference Guide

Natrum Muriaticum

Natrum muriaticum (sodium chloride)

Natrum Muriaticum (Natrum Mur) uses in homeopathy: a key remedy for silent grief, headaches, hormonal complaints, dryness and cold sores, its symptom picture, common potencies, FAQs — informational only.

Quick answer

What is Natrum Muriaticum used for in homeopathy?

Natrum Muriaticum, prepared from common salt, is a deep-acting homeopathic remedy with a picture of silent, held-in grief, dryness, headaches and a craving for salt — much used in emotional and hormonal complaints.

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 Natrum Muriaticum is used for

Effects of silent grief, disappointment or held-in emotion
Headaches and migraines, often worse from sun
Hormonal and menstrual complaints
Dryness — skin, lips, cold sores
Low mood with a desire to be alone

Characteristic symptom picture

Homeopaths look for these guiding features when considering Natrum Muriaticum.

Closed, silent grief; worse from consolation
Craves salt; marked dryness
Headaches "like little hammers", worse from sun
Reserved, sensitive, dislikes sympathy
Cold sores and cracked lips

Potency

Natrum Mur is commonly used in 30C and 200C; potency is a clinical decision for your homeopath.

The characteristic picture & modalities

Natrum Muriaticum, prepared from common salt, has a picture of silent, held-in grief in a reserved, sensitive person who dislikes sympathy and is notably worse from consolation. Marked dryness runs through it: dry skin, cracked lips, cold sores and a craving for salt. Headaches feel like little hammers and are typically worse from the sun, often alongside a wish to be alone and a low, closed mood. This is a recognisable constitutional pattern that suits only some people, describing a tendency rather than amounting to any diagnosis.

Before you take Natrum Muriaticum

Natrum Mur is a deep emotional and constitutional remedy, and the right medicine and potency are matched to the whole person by a qualified homeopath rather than picked from keywords. This page offers background on the symptom picture; it is not a prescription and does not invite you to self-select a potency. Lasting low mood, migraines or hormonal complaints deserve professional assessment, and significant grief or depression needs proper support alongside. Please consult a registered practitioner before taking anything, and keep any care your doctor has already arranged.

Conditions where Natrum Muriaticum is considered

Homeopathy for Weight Loss Homeopathy for Thyroid Disorders Homeopathy for PCOS / PCOD Homeopathy for Vitiligo (Leucoderma)Homeopathy for Migraine Homeopathy for Common Cold Homeopathy for Depression Homeopathy for Allergic Rhinitis Homeopathy for Eczema Homeopathy for Infertility Homeopathy for High Blood Pressure Homeopathy for Urticaria (Hives)Homeopathy for Mouth Ulcers Homeopathy for Molluscum Contagiosum Homeopathy for Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)Homeopathy for Gum Disease (Gingivitis)Homeopathy for Tension Headache Homeopathy for Dry Eyes Homeopathy for Seborrheic Dermatitis Homeopathy for Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)Homeopathy for Anaemia Homeopathy for Obesity Homeopathy for Hormonal Acne Homeopathy for Prickly Heat (Heat Rash)Homeopathy for Hypothyroidism Homeopathy for Cold Sores Homeopathy for Irregular Periods Homeopathy for Loss of Appetite Homeopathy for Palpitations Homeopathy for Hyperpigmentation Homeopathy for Dark Circles Homeopathy for Urinary Incontinence Homeopathy for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Homeopathy for Stammering (Stuttering)Homeopathy for Dust Allergy Homeopathy for Acne Scars Homeopathy for Grief and Emotional Shock Homeopathy for Open Pores Homeopathy for Sun Allergy (Photosensitivity)

Frequently asked questions

What is Natrum Mur used for?

It is associated with the effects of silent grief, headaches and migraines (often worse from sun), hormonal complaints and marked dryness with salt craving. The right remedy depends on the whole case.

Is Natrum Mur good for grief or depression?

It is one of the most-considered remedies for held-in grief and low mood that is worse from consolation, but significant depression needs professional care alongside.

Does it help migraines?

It is often considered for headaches/migraines worse from sun in its picture; a homeopath confirms it fits.

Can I self-prescribe Natrum Mur?

No — consult a qualified homeopath for the correct remedy and potency.