Phosphorus
Phosphorus (the element)
Phosphorus is a deep-acting homeopathic remedy for an open, sensitive, sympathetic person — with respiratory complaints, a tendency to bleed easily, burning pains, and many fears, who characteristically craves cold drinks.
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 Phosphorus is used for
- Respiratory complaints — cough, bronchitis, tight chest
- A tendency to bleed easily (nosebleeds, bright-red bleeding)
- Burning pains (spine, stomach, between the shoulder blades)
- Anxiety and fears — of the dark, being alone, thunderstorms
- Hair fall and weakness after illness
Characteristic symptom picture
Homeopaths look for these guiding features when considering Phosphorus.
- Open, sympathetic, sensitive and impressionable
- Craves cold drinks (which may be vomited once warm in the stomach)
- Many fears; desires company and reassurance
- Burning pains; bleeds easily
- Worse lying on the left side; better from sleep and reassurance
Potency
Phosphorus is commonly used in 30C and 200C; this is a deep remedy and potency selection is a clinical decision for your homeopath.
Conditions where Phosphorus is considered
Frequently asked questions
What is Phosphorus used for?
It is associated with respiratory complaints, a tendency to bleed easily, burning pains and an open, anxious temperament that craves cold drinks. The right remedy still depends on your individual picture.
Is Phosphorus good for cough or chest complaints?
It is one of the most-considered remedies for tight, dry chest complaints worse from cold air and talking, but breathlessness or persistent symptoms need medical assessment.
Why the craving for cold drinks?
A keynote of Phosphorus is a strong desire for cold or iced drinks; a homeopath uses such features to individualise the remedy.
Can I self-prescribe Phosphorus?
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