Natrum muriaticum

Natrum muriaticum is a remedy prepared from sea salt and is commonly used for headaches which recur at the same time each day. They may be brought on by overexposure to the sun. Useful remedy for clear runny eyes, noses and also for cold sores. The middle of the lower lip may be deeply cracked. Discharges are like egg white. They may crave salt.

General symptoms.

Worse from exposure to heat especially the heat of the sun.
Strong craving for salt.
Thirst for cold drinks.
Pains appear and disappear gradually.
Symptoms show periodicity.
Water retention.
Affected (better or worse) by being by the seashore.

Mental symptoms.

Very sensitive.
Dwells on old hurts, shows resentment.
Worse for consolation.
Desires to be left alone.

Modalities.

< periodically usually around 9 -11am, alternate days of after menses. Heat, strong emotions, sympathy.
> open air, cool bathing, pressure, tight clothing.

Common uses.

Colds with coryza.
Hay fever.
Headaches.
Cold sores.