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Postnasal Drip (PND) may sound to be a trivial problem but it can be a source of nagging irritation. An annoying affliction that can impede a person’s day-to-day functioning, PND is a condition in which a person is constantly struggling with secretions in the throat. Postnasal Drip refers to mucus dripping from the back of the nose into the throat. It is also commonly termed as the upper airway cough syndrome. PND is attended with a constant urge to clear the throat as the flow of the fluid in the throat is irritating. Another offshoot of PND is that the irritants present in the secretions could initiate a cough reflex.
Homeopathic Treatment
Homeopathic medicines for Postnasal Drip help treat the problem effectively. Homeopathy offers remedies for Postnasal Drip that are safe, successful and devoid of side-effects. Since homeopathy uses the body’s own defenses to combat infection, this line of treatment is comparatively non-intrusive. Another advantage these remedies enjoy over others is that they are toxin-free as they are drawn from natural substances.
Top Homeopathic Medicines for Postnasal Drip
The best homeopathic medicines for PND are Hydrastis, Kali Bichrome, Corallium Rubrum, Natrum Mur, Hepar Sulph, Natrum Phos, Sticta, Merc Sol and Allium Cepa.
1. Hydrastis – For Postnasal Drip With Thick Ropy Secretion
I can vouch for the fact that homeopathy assures excellent treatment for Postnasal Drip. One of the top treatments in homeopathy for this condition is hydrastis. It is ideal for situations where the secretions are very thick, ropy and sticky in form. The secretions fall from the posterior nares into the throat. The patient complains of irritation due to a continuous feeling of mucus in the throat. There is a lot of hawking in an attempt to expel the mucus. Usually, thick, yellow mucus is expectorated. Both the nares become raw and the person has a constant urge to blow out from the nose. In case of Postnasal Drip in children, the kid is usually suddenly aroused from sleep due to thick, sticky droppings. The throat feels raw and there is a lot of burning sensation.
2. Kali Bichrome – For Post Nasal Drip With Sinusitis
It is another reliable remedy for Postnasal Drip. It is especially recommended in cases when the secretions are thick, green and ropy in nature. The patient hawks a lot to clear the throat. The root of the nose and the frontal sinus are inflamed, causing a lot of pain and distress to the patient.
3. Corallium Rubrum – For PND With Cough
Corallium Rubrum is a wonderful remedy that covers Postnasal Drip well. Corallium works well in cases where a lot of mucus is secreted through the posterior nares. The patient hawks up a lot of mucus. Along with this, there is cough that is dry and spasmodic. Other that this, there is Nasal Catarrh (nasal discharge from the front of the nose) with abundant secretions. This makes the inhaled air feel very cold.
4. Natrum Mur – To Manage PND Related To Cold Or Nasal Allergy
Natrum Mur is leading homeopathic medicine to help cases of PND associated with cold or nasal allergy. Those needing it complain of mucus dripping from the nose into the throat along with other symptoms of cold or nasal allergy. These symptoms include sneezing, runny nose and watering from eyes. Nose may be blocked sometimes.
5. Hepar Sulph – When PND Is Linked With Cold, Sinusitis
This medicine is beneficial when PND is associated with cold and sinusitis. In cases needing it, there is watery or thick discharge from nose along with sneezing. It gets triggered by cold air. The inhaled air feels cold inside the nose. The mucus dripping in the throat may be blood-stained.
6. Natrum Phos – For Managing Acid Reflux And PND
In cases where a person has acid reflux issues along with PND, this medicine can be considered. This medicine will work at treating acid reflux which is causing PND. When this medicine is required, thick yellow mucus is found dripping in the throat. It gets worse at night waking the sufferer from sleep. The person has to sit up to clear the throat. Besides, symptoms of acid reflux like heartburn, sour burps may be experienced.
7. Sticta – For PND, Blocked Nose And Fullness At the Root Of Nose
Sticta proves effective when there is dripping of mucus in posterior throat and blocked nose. Fullness at the root of the nose is prominent. Nasal blockage gets worse at night that disturbs sleep. There is mucus in the throat that dries soon forming scabs. There is an urge to blow nose but no discharge occurs.
8. Merc Sol – For Mucus Trickling In Throat Which Causes Hawking
Merc Sol is useful when a person complains of dripping of mucus in the throat with marked hawking. Hoarseness of voice may be an accompanying factor. Along with nasal discharge, sneezing may be present. The discharge from the nose is yellowish-green.
9. Allium Cepa – When Lumpy Mucus Passes From Nose Into Throat
Use of Allium Cepa is suggested when lumpy mucus passes from the nose into the throat. It is one of the key medicines which helps treat cases of nasal allergy. In such cases, discharge from nose occurs that cause burning in the nose and of the upper lips. It is accompanied by sneezing and non-irritating eye discharge.Homeopathy offers cures for post-nasal drip that are safe, successful and shorn of side-effects. Since homeopathy uses the body’s own defenses to combat infection, this line of treatment is comparatively non-intrusive. Another advantage these remedies enjoy over other cures is that they are toxin-free as they are drawn from natural substances.
Symptoms of Postnasal Drip
Postnasal Drip is characterized by excessive mucus production by the nasal mucosa. This mucus then collects in the back of the nose or the throat, giving rise to:
1. Sensation of mucus falling from the back of the nose
2. Hawking and an urge to clear throat frequently
3. A sore throat, and chronic cough
4. Hoarse voice
5. Bad breath
6. Painful ear infections
Causes of PND
It can be caused by multiple reasons which are as follows:
1. Cold, & flu: These are viral infections affecting the nose and the throat. Among these, flu is more severe than cold. These can cause PND along with other main symptoms of nasal congestion, nasal discharge, sneezing, sore throat, bodyaches, and fever.
2. Sinusitis: It refers to swelling and inflammation of air filled spaces within skull. It can lead to PND with other symptoms of headache, nasal discharge, nasal blockage, pain/ tenderness around eyes, cheeks, nose, forehead, sore throat, and cough.
3. Nasal allergy (allergic rhinitis): It refers to allergic response to a specific allergen (like dust mites, pollens) causing sneezing, runny nose, itchy watery eyes, stuffed nose. PND may accompany these symptoms.
4. Non allergic rhinitis: In this form of rhinitis, symptoms similar to allergic rhinitis appear but there is no allergic reaction.
5. DNS (deviated nasal septum): A condition in which the wall that divides nasal cavity into two halves is displaced to one side. As a result, one side of nasal cavity becomes small that hinders mucus drainage causing PND.
6. Gastric reflux: Back flow of stomach acid from the stomach into the food pipe, throat and the mouth
7. An object stuck in nose mainly in children can be one of the causes
8. Some medicines: Medicines that help treat high blood pressure, and birth control pills can trigger PND
9. Pregnancy
10. Swallowing disorder: In case of swallowing disorders, the root cause lies not in excess production of mucus but rather in inadequate clearance of the throat
11. Weather change, cold weather, dry air, and eating some food items like highly spicy food
Pathophysiology
Our nose and throat produce small amount of mucus continually. This mucus has three functions. Firstly, it keeps nasal membrane moist, secondly, it helps trap and filter any inhaled foreign matter (like virus and bacteria) and thirdly it fights infection. This mucus is being swallowed unaware by everyone. But when due to whatever reason the production of mucus increases, it starts to accumulate in the back of throat. When excessive or thick mucus drips down the throat from back of nose one gets aware of it. The irritating matter in mucus can activate receptors in respiratory tract resulting in protective cough.
Lifestyle Management Tips
1.Keep yourself hydrated. Take warm drinks, hot tea, warm soup. This will help to thin the mucus and prevent dehydration
2. Sleep with head elevated that will help mucus drainage
3. If one has allergies, use dust mite proof cover for mattress, and pillows. Wash bedsheets, pillow covers frequently with hot water.
4. If acid reflux triggers PND, avoid spicy food; the last meal of the day should be taken at least two hours before bedtime.
Difficulty in swallowing. No fever.No phlegm.
Better when lying down.
I too have the same symptoms, can you tell me what you are taking to relieve this?
Hi, Thanks for the help
I have dust allergy problem. Upon exposure to dust, old clothes, newspapers, ice creams cool drinks etc. First running nose, then burning of throat followed by thickening of phlegm. Then it turns yellow and finally greyish green.. Flowed by headache and sinusitis.. Mucus runs down at the back of the throat at night and causes blockage of trachea, causing caugh till the phlegm is cleared. This whole cycle takes 10 to 15 days. An antibiotic like Augmentin 625 for one week.. Then the cycle starts again
Hello! Thank you for your help.
I have had trouble with allergies, post nasal drip and nausea for most of my life. I am 58 year old female, white, slender, athletic and a moderately severe asthmatic. When i have nasal allergies, I get a lot of mucous that runs down my throat causing nausea and sometimes abdominal cramping. I tend to be sympathetic, prone to holding onto anger, a hard worker but I get tired after working too much and need much rest.
I have used Pulsatilla 200c for nausea from bad smells, Nat. Mur 200c for nausea with post nasal drip, and was prescribed Carcinosinum 1M for asthma 10 years ago.
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Sir, i am a 62 years male, with thin built, having all natrum muir symptoms, have post nasal drip for the last many years. Of late major problem is that when lying on bed, i have to make efforts to suck the sticky mucus to swallow. One it causes dry mouth for continuous suction. Because these special efforts, i loose my sleep and mostly unable to sleep in time. Have sinusitis. Got more then 10 times allopathic consultation during last 25 years. They got all allergens tested numbering over 100 twice but found nothing except of dust, which is common to all. Kindly advise. My mobile number 8708357979 for call and whatsapp. Regards
Hi doctor my 4 years daufher always coughs at bedtime while she catches cold and a tickling sound with a roar type sound come out plz help
Following medicines may help for PND:
Mercurius corrosivus 1M onece a week.
Following all 3 times a day:
Kali Bichromicum 30
Corallium Rumbrum 30
Hydrastis 30
Antimonium Crud 30
Note: One dose: 2 drops direct at tongue or 5 drops in one teaspoon of water.
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Hi,
I am trying to move away from using Claritin when my son gets sick. He has viral induced asthma and it gets triggered when mucus from his nose drips into his lungs. The Claritin dries up the mucus and prevents a need for using his asthma medication (in addition to nose rinses and slightly elevating the top of the bed). I am interested in using the Corallium Rubrum for him as it fits his symptoms when he is sick. Do you have any recommendations of potency and frequency?
Is there permanent cure for post nasal drip.
Or you have to keep taking five pills on a daily basis for life.
Please advise.
hi there
I am in Australia and suffer terribly with PND – even with reflux this seems to set off terrible PND and although I wash my nostrils several times a day with warm water salt and bi carb soda it does not help
my coughing fits are so bad I feel light headed and feel like I want to vomit but nothing comes up.
My secretions are not thick or ropey but my “adams apple ” feels tight – it feels like I have swallowed glue. I have read about hydrastis canadensis …will this help
Hi Doctor
I am a 70 year old female. Slender build. Have had sinus problems from a young age.
Now I suffer with post nasal drip and phlegm in my throat . Constantly swallowing and coughing and clearing my throat. My voice is croaky. My specialist says i have to live with it. No permanent treatment. I have a constant ball in my throat and I think the muscles go into a spasm from coughing etc.
What homeopathic treatment will best suit my condition.
Thank you
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I am suffering with a postnasal drip and dry coughing can you please assist me
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Dear Dr Sharma,
I am suffering from post nasal drip for the past 15 years which leaves mucus at the back of my throat. I always clear my throat all the time and I always cough green and yellow thick mucus out of my throat. I do not have a runny nose but just clearing and coughing a lot of phlegm all the day long. Because of that I am also suffering from halitosis. Can you please help me.
Hi Dr. Sharma,
I am suffering in same problem of post nasal drip since a month. Usually this problem starts when I spend a lot of time in AC. I used antibiotics but symptoms come back. I am having bodyache with light fever very sour throat , runny nose, sometimes very stuffy sticky mucus from nose.
Hi Dr Sharma,
I have a lot of sinus pain, postnasal drip and a cough that feels like I can’t breathe. Sometimes the sinus pain is so bad that I get a migraine. I do have a lot of mucus, but it is clear. What would be the best homeopathic treatment?
I have severe post nasal drip allergy and thick cough stuck to my throat during the whole year, one Dr prescribed me 4 homeopathy medicines, it worked the best, I think they are
Hydrastis, Kali Bichrome, Corallium Rubrum for PND with cough and one more don’t know name? Very severe thick mucus gets stuck in throat, coughing may clear in 5-8 hours sometimes, please help.
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Hi doctor my baby is 16 months of he always suffer from post natal drip..Today itself we went to pediatrician so she said the same because of the excess mucus…would like to ask any homeo medicines work?? She also suggested homeo…
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I’m Priyanka from Ahmednagar Maharashtra, I’m suffering from Post Nasal drip from past three months, I did my PNS CT scan of nose but no sinus problem, but the middle turbinates are enlarged with deviated septum. I’m having mildly Clogged ears and whenever i swallow their is a crackling sound in my ears, I’m tired of this sickness, I tried many antibiotics many medicines like antihistamines but no use. Plzz help me out.
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Hi Dr. Sharma,
I have a chronic case of post nasal drip & bronchitis. My phlegm is thick but white. My left nasal passage is always dripping. The symptoms get worse when it’s too cold. I am also an asthmatic. It is worse when I am laying down & trying to get sleep.
What do you think I should try to take as far as homeopathy remedies?
Greetings Dr. Sharma,
Reading your information on post-nasal drip, I didn’t think pertained to my runny nose problem. A lot of times when I eat, I get a runny nose with a clear mucus and I have to always have a handkerchief or tissue to blow my nose. Now I do eat a lot of chile, but even when I don’t I get a runny nose. Any helpful remedies?
Linda Martinez
Dear Dr Sharma
I am seventy six year old for the first time I am suffering from cold nasal dripping for the last two and a half month. I have all the test done like chest X Ray , allergy test, breath test for lungs they are normal . Finally I had brain scan done they found mild sinus for which I took Amoxolin 500 mg 3 times a day for 10 days it helped
But still I have nasal drippings going on wonder you can suggest any homeopathic medicine
Thanks
Surjeet sud