Inflammation of the larynx, i.e. voice box, is referred to as laryngitis. Laryngitis can arise from various reasons, and first among these is infection that can be viral, bacterial, or fungal. Overuse of voice, excessive yelling, allergies, acid reflux disease, smoking and alcohol intake are some other causes. Laryngitis can be acute or chronic. Short-term laryngitis of less than 3 weeks’ duration is termed as acute laryngitis. If the problem lasts more than 3 weeks, it is termed long- term or chronic laryngitis. A major symptom of laryngitis is hoarseness of the voice. Other symptoms are dry/sore/raw throat, cough, difficulty swallowing, need to repeatedly clear the throat, and tickling in the throat.
Homeopathic medicines can treat laryngitis wonderfully. Both acute and chronic laryngitis can be effectively treated under the homeopathic system of medicine. Homeopathic medicines work to reduce the inflammation of larynx remarkably along with aiding relief in its symptoms. It helps to manage its symptoms like hoarse voice, throat dryness, tickling in larynx and cough. After managing the symptoms, homeopathic medicines further aim to provide complete cure in laryngitis cases which occur gradually in a few months depending on the intensity and chronicity of the complaint.
Homeopathy fixes the root cause behind laryngitis to aid great cures. As laryngitis can arise from different reasons, homeopathy makes sure to treat the cause which is the key to get complete cure. Homeopathy works by stimulating the self-healing forces of the body to overcome the reason behind inflamed larynx to get natural and complete recovery.
As homeopathy is a symptom-based science, the homeopathic prescription for laryngitis varies from case to case as per the individual symptom presentation. A detailed case-taking is done to note down all the symptoms explained by the patient. Afterwards, it is evaluated as per homeopathic laws by a homeopathic doctor. Based on the evaluation, homeopathic medicine is finalised along with its potency and dosage. A proper course of well-prescribed homeopathic treatment helps to resolve laryngitis completely.
Homeopathic medicines to treat laryngitis are natural, safe and free from adverse side effects. Homeopathic medicines set off the body’s own restorative processes to enable it to fight off the disease and heal itself naturally.
Top 5 Homeopathic Medicines for Laryngitis
Top-grade homeopathic medicines for laryngitis are Argentum Met, Arum Triphyllum, Causticum, Phosphorus and Belladonna.
1. Argentum Met – For Laryngitis With Intense Hoarseness Of Voice
Argentum Met is an excellent medicine to manage cases of laryngitis attended with severe hoarseness of voice. There is inability to speak a loud word. Next, there is soreness and rawness in the larynx. Tickling in the larynx occurs that causes cough. Further, hawking is required with viscid (sticky) mucus being expectorated.
When to use Argentum Met?
This medicine is highly preferred for laryngitis along with very marked hoarseness of voice.
How to use Argentum Met?
It is recommended to take Argentum Met 30C once or twice a day based on the intensity of the symptom.
2. Arum Triphyllum – For Laryngitis From Voice Overuse
Laryngitis resulting from the overuse of the voice can be treated well with homeopathic medicine Arum Triphyllum. Excessive use of voice may occur from public speaking or from singing etc. In cases needing this medicine, the voice is uncertain and uncontrollable. Pain may be felt in the larynx while clearing the throat. Burning sensation in the larynx is another attending symptom. The glands in the throat and neck may also get swollen.
When to use Arum Triphyllum?
Arum Triphyllum is a leading medicine to help cases of laryngitis associated with the overuse of voice by public speakers, singers etc.
How to use Arum Triphyllum?
Arum Triphyllum 30C can be taken one to two times a day.
3. Causticum – For Laryngitis With Hoarse Voice Worse In Morning
Causticum is a wonderful medicine for laryngitis with voice hoarseness worsening in the morning. A scraping sensation is also experienced in the throat. Causticum is also well-indicated for loss of voice occurring from over-straining of voice. The larynx may be sore.
When to use Causticum?
Its use is highly suggested to manage a hoarse voice that gets worse in the morning in cases of laryngitis.
How to use Causticum?
It is advised to use Causticum 30C once a day.
4. Phosphorus – For Laryngitis With Violent Tickling In Larynx
Phosphorus is highly suitable among homeopathic medicines for laryngitis cases with violent tickling in the larynx. Cough arises from tickling in the larynx. Reading and talking worsen the cough. Hoarseness is observed and gets worse especially in the evening. Pain is felt in the larynx and may be attended with rawness of throat. The throat feels dry.
When to use Phosphorus?
Phosphorus is a well-indicated medicine to manage laryngitis with tickling in the larynx and hoarse voice that gets worse in the evening.
How to use Phosphorus?
Though it can be used in both low and high potencies, it is safe to take this medicine in 30C potency once a day initially.
5. Belladonna – For Laryngitis With Painful Hoarseness Of Voice
Belladonna is an effective homeopathic medicine for laryngitis when hoarseness of voice is attended with pain in the larynx. Belladonna is indicated when the larynx is sore and highly painful and the voice is hoarse. The throat is red and inflamed, with difficulty in swallowing. A constricted feeling with lump-like sensation is felt in the throat.
When to use Belladonna?
Belladonna is a prominent medicine to manage laryngitis with larynx pain and voice hoarseness.
How to use Belladonna?
Belladonna 30C can be taken two to three times a day, while high-potency medications like 200C should be used only once a day.
I have hoarseness of voice since 2013 accompanied with blockages in nose and heaviness feeling in ears. Please suggest a suitable homeopathic medicine.
I have hoarseness of voice since 2013 accompanied with blockages in nose and heaviness feeling in ears. Please suggest a suitable homeopathic medicine
I am 64 year retired teacher. I have voice problem since last 18 months. Dr. Examined with camera and asvised for biopsy while both vocal cards are mobil. I am getting treatment homeopathic doctors but no result. I feel no pain , no difficulty in swallowing only hoarseness. Please guide me. My cell no.03338424423. Rawalpindi pakistan
Hello Dr. Sharma
Hope you are doing well.
I have concerns about Laryngitis.
Can you please help me.
I am 64 year-old, want a remedy for my voice problem. I used to practice classical vocal music. But I had to stop singing due to this problem. Whenever I start talking, I feel my voice has cracked inside on right side. Then comes a burning feeling followed by choking and a feeble ache, as if the place has been bruised or rubbed with a rough surface. It feels like I have smoked 4 to 5 cigarettes in chain, though I don’t smoke at all. Clinically, nothing could be seen inside my throat and the investigation was negative (FOL). I have Sick Sinus Syndrome (Pacemaker implanted) with slightly raised uric acid. I often suffer from indigestion, gas and acidity which started after Herpes inside right ear in 2014. I can’t consume onion, raw or cooked. Almost every day, my voice gets choked at about 4 PM. Milk, red chili, coffee, sour items cause me troubles. Treatment: I myself started with Lycopodium 200 very recently, 1 dose first day, 2nd on next day and 3rd day after. Both my stomach and voice started being better after one week. Then I took 2 doses of 1M in greater gap. Betterment continued. In between I had to take pulsatila, which later I learned as an antidote. Betterment also stopped leading to previous conditions. So, I again took 2 doses of Lyco 1M and soon everything worsened. Now, I am perplexed as to what should I do.
Hi Dr.Sharma, I’m Richa suffering with LARYNGOPHARYNGEAL REFLUX. Could you please help me with its Homeopathy medication? I need treatment both for acid reflux as well as Laryngitis and Pharyngitis. Thanks in advance! 😊
voice loss… barely can speak few words, mild pain on the right side my troath … sometime clears very little… then while working or doig something in open air… voice gone and dry,,, every morning when i wake absolutely no voice… then i drink herb tea and vitamine C… it clears a little ,,, feel tension around my right side neck and back of my shoulder… God i hope you can help I have suffer a lot because of this
RESPECTED Dr. SB,I AM FROM D.I.K.,KPK PAKISTAN. I AM SHOCKED TO BRING IT TO YOUR KIND NOTICE THAT ALL MY QUERIES GO UN REPLIED. MAU I KNOW THE REASON PLEASE.
Hello Dr,
Kiran Jain here. 64 years old lady from India.
I’m facing problem of strained slow voice from six years.
Getting worse after taking spicy food, curd, pea-nuts.
Sometimes feel loss of voice for moments if under stress.
Is there any homeopathic medicine for remedy?
Let me know your procedure of charges for treatment.
Thankyou.
Hi,dr I,m67yrs.i,m. Suffering from lyrenzytis sinc about 10months,and under treatment by homeopathic dr.sinc 5 moths but continue problem . please help me.thanks.
Hello doctor I m suffering from severe hoarness kindly help me out to cure the disease. Thanking you in anticipation.
I’m 66, D2, and getting over covid. I’m also unvaccinated. A lingering symptom is the loss of my voice. Any ideas for getting my voice back?
hi Doctor
38 im intrest in singing.
year years ago i was singing with high note as well.
i dont know what happen with my voice, i cant singing specially high note low note as well.
some time i feel my voice going dark.
trust you can respond and advice some experienced medicine of my dieces.
many thanks
Shoaib Zaki