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Mucus produced by the lining of the throat and respiratory system and discharged through the mouth is called phlegm. Some mucus production by respiratory system is entirely normal that helps in lubrication and filtering the irritants that enter airways. But excessive mucus production can happen from many reasons. To start with common cold, nasal allergies, sinusitis (inflammation of paranasal sinuses i.e. air-filled spaces in bones around the nose), postnasal drip (dripping of mucus from back of nose into the throat), tonsillitis (inflammation of tonsils), and laryngitis (inflamed voice box) are some causes behind phlegm in throat. Lung diseases like bronchitis (inflamed bronchial tubes that carry air to and from lungs) and pneumonia (infection in air sacs of lungs) may be some of the other reasons. Some other causes are acid reflux (back flow of stomach acid in food pipe), overuse of voice, milk intake and cigarette smoking. The colour of the phlegm coughed up as sputa varies from white to yellow to green. In some cases, it may also be blood-stained.
The problem of phlegm in throat can be dealt magnificently in the homeopathic system of medicine. Homeopathic medicines act as natural and effective expectorants to cough out phlegm from the airways. These medicines make the phlegm thin and help it loosen to aid easy expectoration. They also manage its accompanying symptoms side by side. Homeopathic medicines never suppress the phlegm in the throat rather, they promote its expulsion to give complete recovery.
Homeopathy addresses root cause
Homeopathy helps to clear out the excessive phlegm from the throat by treating the reason causing it. As there are various causes for phlegm in the throat, homeopathic remedies are aimed at targeting that root cause for effective cure. Various causes like cold, allergies, sinusitis, tonsillitis, laryngitis, bronchitis and acid reflux can be treated wonderfully with homeopathy. To get the best results, treatment should be taken from a homeopathic expert and self-medication should be avoided. However, in serious causes like pneumonia, it is recommended to take help from conventional mode of treatment as homeopathy has limitations in helping serious cases.
Customised medication
Homeopathic medicines for phlegm in the throat are always selected individually. The nature of phlegm, its cause, and other symptoms need to be dealt with together when deciding on the homeopathic medicine to be used. Using the accurately selected homeopathy medicine for phlegm in the throat can cure even the most chronic and rigid cases. A complete course of treatment for prescribed duration of time needs to be done to get the best results.
Safe medicines
Homeopathy uses gentle, herbal medicines for treating phlegm in the throat which are totally safe to use. They never cause side effects in any case due to their natural ingredients.
7 Best Homeopathic Medicines for Phlegm in the Throat
Among the extremely effective homeopathic medicines for getting rid of phlegm in the throat are Kali Bichrome, Kali Mur, Silicea, Pulsatilla, Hepar Sulph, Natrum Mur and Argentum Nitricum.
1. Kali Bichrome – For thick, sticky Phlegm In the Throat
Kali Bichrome leads the list of homeopathic medicines for treating phlegm in the throat in cases where the phlegm is thick and sticky. It adheres to the throat and detaches with much difficulty. The throat is also red and inflamed. Cough may arise from sticky phlegm in the throat. Relaxation of the uvula is also a possibility. Kali Bichrome is an excellent treatment for cases of phlegm in the throat caused by sinusitis. In such situations, a post nasal drip of mucus in the throat is the most prominent symptom.
When to use Kali Bichrome?
Kali Bichrome is a top medicine to manage phlegm in throat with very thick and sticky phlegm.
How to use Kali Bichrome?
It can be used in low as well as high potencies. Initially it is advised to use it in 30C potency one to two times a day.
2. Kali Mur – For Whitish Phlegm Coughed From Throat
Kali Mur is useful in cases where the phlegm coughed up is white in colour. The phlegm is thick and can be as white as milk. The phlegm has a bad smell and taste. Sensation of coldness is felt in the throat.
When to use Kali Mur?
Kali Mur is of great help to manage white coloured phlegm having bad smell and taste being hawked out from throat.
How to use Kali Mur?
It is usually prescribed in 6X potency that can be used three to four times a day.
3. Silicea– For phlegm throat yellowish in colour
Silicea is an effective medicine for cases having yellowish phlegm expulsion. The phlegm is excessive, lumpy and smells offensive. A burning feeling is felt in the throat. The voice is hoarse and husky along with pain in the throat while swallowing.
When to use Silicea?
Its use should be considered when yellow coloured, lumpy phlegm is expectorated.
How to use Silicea?
Among its different available potencies 6X is mainly preferred. Silicea 6X can be taken two to three times a day.
4. Pulsatilla – For Greenish Phlegm In Throat
Pulsatilla is a well-indicated homeopathic medicine to manage cases of phlegm when it is greenish in colour. The phlegm may be salty, sweet or bitter to taste. It is accompanied with cough which is worse in the morning. There is a constricted feeling in throat as well.
When to use Pulsatilla?
It is the best choice of medicine to manage greenish phlegm in throat.
How to use Pulsatilla?
It can be used once or twice a day in 30 C potency but for high potency, kindly consult a homeopathic doctor.
5. Hepar Sulph – For Phlegm In Throat With Cough
Hepar Sulph is an excellent remedy in cases where the phlegm in the throat is accompanied with cough. The phlegm is yellowish in most of the cases. A sensation of plug or a splinter (a tiny sharp piece of glass or wood) is well marked in the throat.
When to use Hepar Sulph?
This medicine is helpful to manage phlegm along with marked coughing.
How to use Hepar Sulph?
This medicine can be used in 30C potency one to two times a day.
6. Natrum Mur – For Bitter Or Salty Phlegm Expectoration
Natrum Mur is a useful medicine when there is expectoration of bitter or salty phlegm. There is difficulty swallowing solid food. The voice is hoarse in the morning. Soreness is felt in the throat with a sensation of swallowing over a lump.
When to use Natrum Mur?
It is a prominent medicine to manage cases of phlegm in the throat when phlegm is bitter or salty.
How to use Natrum Mur?
It is recommended to take this medicine twice or thrice daily in 6X power.
7. Argentum Nitricum – For Phlegm With Marked Hawking
Argentum Nitricum is one of the most effective treatment for phlegm in the throat. It gives great results for phlegm in throat accompanied by intense hawking. The mucus in the throat is thick, and there is rawness and roughness in the throat. Splinter-like sensation in the throat may also be present. Other symptoms are a burning feeling and dryness in the throat and the fauces. Argentum Nitricum is also very effective in cases of phlegm in the throat because of smoking.
When to use Argentum Nitricum?
This medicine is highly suitable to manage throat phlegm with marked hawking.
How to use Argentum Nitricum?
It is advised to use this medicine in 30C potency once a day.
Phlegm is deposited in throat and has to be released with self coughing after every two-three hours. The phlegm is thin and is of white in colour. I am Male of 75 years, Non smoker. This problem is being faced by me since the last about one year.
I was covid * in April 21 and now recovered. But since the inception of covid I had throat problems as it was harsh in the beginning and afterwards there was slight cough too. Now there is Belgum which is white in colour and mostly when I get up in the morning and in the evening around 4to 5. My crp is 7 and all other parameters are I. Order No allopathy medicine taken doe cough. Now taking kali bichromicum 200
I need to know medicine for mucus in throat
Saltish mucus right side in throat feel it at the back and goes up to nose my right side of nose is block when I get up in the morning milky type and some time stringy as well probably got it from women had many partners in the past long time ago
I feel all the time cough stuffed in my throat used to smoke,it doesn’t come out, always irritating.
Regards
DEBASISH
Greetings,
I have been experiencing coughing with green phlegm for 3 weeks mostly upon rising.my coughing mainly dry (I am Vata out of balance)
Got worse after travelling and being stuck in airports for 2 days.
Overall feeling exhausted, low energy and little headache here and there.
My age 72 years. Mucus in throat last 7 years
I would like to get something for tenacious phlegm in my throat (post nasal drip?), i am 73 but have had this problem for many years
used to have chronic asthma when i was 19 year old…I got treated with allopathy and suggested with Inhaler(rhotacart),which after taking for 2 month,whisling sound reduced but feeling of mucus in throat remained till.now..I am 36 years now and a vocal musician,but beacuse of unvkear voice and feeling of mucus only which singing,my voice never becomes stable it deviates from original sound.Pl help me ..I am.highly allergic..Having high Serum IG E level..pl help
Hi i am having phlegm in my throat pl advise
When I sleep it more.
Have you had a RAST blood test done? For allergies – ABPA.
Check for allergies to fungal spores
Hello my daughter is 5 and has postnasal drip that builds up and irritates her stomach causing her to vomit phelm and bilis early in the morning at least once a week. The Gps have been of no help. Anything she can take please? Thank you.
Dr. I have problem of dry mouth, throat and tongue
When I talk continuously the movement of tongue becomes difficult due to dryness. The saliva is thick and sticky and continuously falls in the throat. The problem is since five or six months. Please advise some medicine for the problem. Thanks P. K. Mittal, u. P. INDIA, mob — 9897505952
Hi , I have had an excess production of phlegm for 4 years now , and have tried numerous solutions offered by NHS , including various inhalers and different drugs, but , whilst condition can ebb and flow . I still try and cough up the build up every morning . Very unsociable, particularly the 1st few hours of the day . CT scans reveal no chest issues . Phlegm colour can be white , but last few weeks has been green/yellow
bronchial hawking cough bring up phlegm with occassional brown flecks
I’m looking for a remedy to assist with an excess of phlegm believed to be coming from sinuses with no known allergies. This excess clear very thick phlegm is ongoing throughout the day but makes sleeping almost impossible
Hi I am having a pylegm problem. I just got over having alot of mucus the was yellow today I was coughing up but now l currently have a very thin slimy but clear mucus that is produced that is accumulating constantly that is hanging back there but like chocking/ gagging in nature. Is there a specific homepathic remedy you would recommend for this type of a mucus problem?
Can I use pulsatilla on my 9 year old son ?
I only cough up milky white
Sir
I have mild cough with phelgm for last one month. No fever. I got chest xray which says shadow in left hilal. Mild irritation in throat with the urge to throw the phelgm out. No other issue. My sugar and bp well controlled with medicine,
Which medicine I should take to get rid of phelgm?
Regards.
I am facing problem from phelgm white color aggravated in morning and after breakfast/ food .It is difficult to expel and exhausting
rajvinder.sarpal@yahoo.com
My husband is suffering with mucus issue. It’s been four years now but his problem is enhancing every single day. All tests are clear. He overnight spits due to mucus in throat. He has become very weak as he is suffering with stomach acidity at the same time and gets allergic of many food items as they trigger his mucus allergy. He pulls mucus with great power whole night and keeps on spiting.
Good evening Dr Sharma sir
I am 61 years old. I have long history of asthma for last 30 years . I am on inhalers.
Present problem .
Everyday after wakeup I have to cough up to expel white tenacious phlegm for 5 to 15 minutes. Rest of the day ok .
I have another noticeable feeling pressing near throat , after taking one puf of inhaler (Foracort) get relief. Every day night I take Montair+levocetrizine tablet I take. During sleep I don’t have any problems, occasionally I have wheezing.
Please suggest good home medicine.
Thank you
D v subba rao
Dear Doctor, suffering from chronic PND, cattarh in throat since birth, no sighn of allergies, no cough, no fever, no ployp, no flu, no cough, no temperature, everything is good,, just cattarh, phelgham in throat..have to clear my throat after 20 to 40 minute even night.. Now it become part of my life.
Detail:
Color White, transparent, sticky,
Age is 46
Please sir help…