Nux vomica

Nux vomica is a remedy famous for hangovers and overindulgence in rich food. People who need this remedy are often very chilly. Emotionally they tend to be tense, irritable and over sensitive. They suffer from digestive complaints and although they feel much better for vomiting, they find it difficult to do so. They often work and play very hard, surviving on a diet of coffee, alcohol and tobacco, despite the adverse effect it has on them. For best results take the remedy a few hours before going to bed.

General symptoms.

Marked irritability.
Very chilly, feels the cold.
Worse with movement.
Ailments from loss of sleep.
Craving for alcohol, cigarettes and other stimulants.
Cramps.
Ineffectual urging.
Worse from tightness such as clothing.
Better for free discharges.

Mental symptoms.

Ambitious.
Fastidious, irritable and critical of others.
Impatient.
Oversensitive to all impressions.

Modalities.

< early in the morning especially around 4am. Cold, overindulgence, overeating, tight clothing, pressure.
> free discharges, naps, during the evening, warmth.

Common uses.

Hangovers.
Headaches.
Constipation.
Cramp.
Hay fever.
Colds with a stuffed up nose.
Heartburn.