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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.
I find it difficult to clear my throat during the morning and cannot sing. Usually by the afternoon it has cleared and I am able to sing. I also frequently get a tickle in my throat which makes me cough. Is there a homeopathic remedy which would help clear my throat in the mornings? I have tried drinking lemon juice and honey in hot water but this does not solve the problem.
I am a 76-year-old male with a chronic problem of excessive phlegm in the mornings and while speaking. Tried many expectorants, but of no use. Is there any homeopathic medicine that can help.
Dr sahib
I am Ramesh juneja 71 suffering from COPD since 2018
Thick white phlegm difficult to throw kali bich aggravation
Used pulsa 30 for 2w Phos 30 for 7days but no effect.lost 5 kg weight in one month dry mouth urination loss of sleep
and chest pain many times I have been reading your article for the last 5,6 years kindly guide me
Dr. Ma’am Regards
My ten year old daughter contracted a chest infection about three weeks ago and was given medication for it as Cefuroxime 250 mg twice daily for five days.
Though she recovered from the infection but the yellow coloured phlegm didn’t stop forming and coming out of her nose and continues for last one week or so troubling her very much especially during night time
Please advise the appropriate medication for her
Respected Dr.
I am a male around 60 years of age. MADAM I am tired throwing all the time mucus by throat. Whatever eat it convert into mucus
Since, last 30 years I have been using homeopathic medicine some time it’s benefited but some time it does not .
Kindly guide me what I do?
Regds
I have had a sinus drainage problem since 1992 ,the last time I was in an air plain Ana we landed my ears would not pop. Since then my phlegm has gotten worse with anything I drink or eat and I cough for at least 1 hour every morning. I have takin sinus med. but I have to take them every 6 hour and I don’t like doing that cause it drys my throat. Which makes me cough more.
How to get rid dry mucus in throat
Chronic phelgm
मुझे 30 दिन से कफ वाली खांसी है। जब तक कफ नहीं निकलता खांसी चलती रहती है। सांस भी फूलता है। सीढ़ियां और चलने से भी सांस फूलता है। मुझे Lungs की प्रॉब्लम ILD भी है। रात को कफ और खांसी बढ़ जाती है। सांस लेने में भी दिक्कत आती है। एलोपैथिक पंप लेना पड़ता है। लेटने पर ज्यादा खांसी और सांस की दिक्कत ज्यादा हो जाती है। इस कारण नींद भी नहीं आती है। रात को बैठना पड़ता है
Age 65 years
गले में कफ़ होता है पिछले 2 महीने से
Throat and nose congestion…voice break
I am having cough for 15 days and coughing with yellow and occasionally green phlegm. Experiencing some burning sensation in chest now. Please suggest me medicine.
Hello, I’ve been diagnosed with a thickening thoracic wall and a mucus plug. I’m a 72-year-old male that had a fungal infection 2 years ago due to inhaling bird dung.. I have constant phlegm I am coughing up, the frequency has been reduced by taking a mucus extended release 12 hour over the counter medication.
What would you suggest?
Every ten to fifteen minutes mucus get accumulated. in my throat and I have to spirit in wash room or otherwise. No bronchite or cough at all.
I spit out phlegm frequently but not in the night time. Especially after sneezing. Three four times. Is it due to food habits or improper bowel movement? I consume one banana both morning and evening. I also observed when I clear my bowels fully I don’t spit so many times. Once in a month I take softovac powder to clear my bowels. Please suggest a good medicine.
Dear Dr
I am Y Shakunthala, I underwent dental cleaning, during that dentist had sprayed local anesthesia directly In to my throat immediately from next day i have lost my voice.
From then , I am getting hoarse voice
I am not able to hold breath, when I am speaking àir comes out.
Daily I am getting little white mucous from my throat.
My right and left side neck muscles are tight.
This has happened 2 years ago. Since then if I eat peanut, cashews, Soya etc white mucous increases.
Since last 2 days I am taking ARG MET + ARUM TRIPHYLLUM 30 potency daily twice. There’s little improvement.
Kindly suggest remedy for getting back my voice
Thank you.
Hi dr,
My son have breathing problem and dry mucus in his chest and his food pipe or may be oxygen pipe stuck something in his chest his his weak in health he start runing then sudden stop for breathing issue please tell me the solution snd homyo pathic medicine please.
Thnx..
Hi dr,
My son have breathing problem and dry mucus in his chest and his food pipe or may be oxygen pipe stuck something in his chest his his weak in health he start runing then sudden stop for breathing issue please tell me the solution snd homyo pathic medicine please.
Thnx..
Phlegm in throat
Mere Gale Mein Raat Ko kaf banta hai aur sote Samay release Karna Vada Karega white Rang ka hai
Hello, i have suffered with this mucus problem for nearly a year now, i have mucus in my nose that goes down to throat and causes me to have to clear my throat all the time and to blow my nose even when i do both i can still feel it, at night i feel it begins to build up and then in the morning i’ll normally spit out a greeny/ yellow thick phglem ball which normally brings me some comfort but then i continue to spit white saliva pasty phglem throughout the day and i feel my mucus is least prominent after 5- 6 pm, i’ve gone to my gp countless of times and they have told me there is nothing they can give me i feel disgusting and i’m embarrassed to wake up with people because i know i will need to clear my throat first thing when i wake up, please Dr Sharma help me. The amount of phglem can be massive and it usually is a white mucus but then sometimes might have green chunks or even yellow or orange dried parts.
I have the same issues. Which remedy should I take?
Hello. I do not have: a cough, sore throat, sinitus or digestive problems. However, I have phlegm always in my throat, freely coughed up in the morning. It is not from overuse of my voice, in fact using my voice clears it. But as a singer, it makes me nervous as it interferes with my singing. I warm up extensively and drink water, but it’s unpredictable. Should I use the ARgentum Metallic even though I don’t overuse my voice?
Great info! I am trying the Kali Bich and Kali Carb for Stringy mucus with a hoarse voice. Notice some relief already.
Hi, I’m from Iran and I don’t have access to you. You gave me a lot of help. I have a sinus problem behind my throat and it’s annoying, and it’s yellow. Mrs. Mahmoudi is at home in Iran, but you’re doing well. Now it’s not you. Thank you for your help.
I am suffering from throat irritation which is intermittent, sometimes happens in a day or while sleeping at night, suddenly appears, and then follow excessive production of phlegm in my throat. It has been going on for the last almost 6 months. The phlegm is transparent and sticky. I have tried different treatments but nothing has helped.