Stramonium
(Datura stramonium · Thorn apple)
The remedy of terror in the dark. In the materia medica, Stramonium is associated with intense fear and agitation, night terrors, and a strong need for light and company.
Source
The thorn apple, a nightshade-family plant
Kingdom
Plant
Abbreviation
Stram.
Home acute kit
Usually prescribed by a homeopath
The classic picture
(a remedy is chosen when the whole picture fits the person, not from a single symptom)
Terrified of the dark and of being alone; must have light and company
Wakes in fright, screaming, as if afraid of the first thing seen
Wild, excited state with ceaseless talking, laughing, singing or praying
Wide, staring eyes with dilated pupils; bright, shining objects or water can set off spasms
Tends to feel better
Bright light
Company
Warmth
Tends to feel worse
Darkness
Being alone
Looking at bright or shining objects
After sleep
How it compares
(remedies that are often confused with Stramonium)
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Belladonna
(Atropa belladonna)
Belladonna has more heat, redness and throbbing; Stramonium more terror and less fever.
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Hyoscyamus
(Hyoscyamus niger)
Hyoscyamus is quieter, more suspicious and jealous; Stramonium more violent and fearful.
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From the classic texts
“Cannot bear solitude or darkness; must have light and company. Sight of water or anything glittering brings on spasms.”
“Desires light and company; cannot bear to be alone (Bis.); worse in the dark and solitude; cannot walk in a dark room. Awakens with a shrinking look, as if afraid of the first object seen.”
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