Sepia Officinalis
Hormones • Indifference • Menopause
Common Name: Inky Juice of Cuttlefish
Remedy Profile
Sepia Officinalis is a profound remedy prepared from the ink of the Cuttlefish. Just as the cuttlefish hides in a cloud of ink, the Sepia patient wants to withdraw from the world.
It corresponds to women who are hormonally exhausted (often after multiple pregnancies or menopause). The stagnation of blood in the liver and pelvis causes a dragging down sensation and a state of deep apathy.
Keynotes
- Indifferent to family
- Bearing down sensation
- Must cross legs
- Better by vigorous exercise
- Saddle across nose
Clinical Uses
Female Hormonal
Top remedy for Menopause, PCOD, and PMS. Irregular periods that are late and scanty. Painful intercourse (dyspareunia).
Mental Health
Post-partum depression. Exhausted mother who feels dragged down and resentful towards family duties. Wants to run away.
Prolapse / Uterus
Feeling that pelvic organs are falling out (Prolapse). Constant dragging pain in back and abdomen. Must sit with legs crossed.
Skin & Face
Brownish pigmentation on face (butterfly mask of pregnancy). Herpes or ringworm in isolated spots.
The Sepia Indifference
The most striking mental symptom of Sepia is a lack of feeling. A mother who once loved her children dearly now feels nothing. She feels dragged down, irritable, and wants to be left alone.
Unlike Pulsatilla who wants sympathy, Sepia dislikes consolation. If comforted, she may get angry.
20 Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Sepia typically used for?
It is primarily a women's remedy for hormonal imbalances, exhaustion, and reproductive issues.
Q. What is the 'Indifference' symptom?
A happy woman becomes totally indifferent/apathetic towards her husband and children due to hormonal exhaustion.
Q. Does it help with hot flashes?
Yes, invaluable for menopausal hot flashes that move upward, with sweat and faintness.
Q. Can it treat PCOD?
Yes, especially with irregular periods, facial hair, and the 'saddle' mask on the face.
Q. What is the 'ball' sensation?
Sensation of a ball in inner parts (rectum, uterus, throat).
Q. Why exercise?
Unlike many exhausted patients, Sepia feels BETTER from vigorous exercise like running or dancing (stasis is relieved).
Q. Is it good for hair fall?
Yes, hair fall after childbirth or during menopause.
Q. Can men take Sepia?
Yes, rarely, but useful for men who are worn out, indifferent to business/family, and have weak backs.
Q. Is it safe during pregnancy?
Yes, for morning sickness (smell of food nausea) and constipation. Consult doctor.
Q. Does it help constipation?
Yes, obstinate constipation with no urging for days. 'Ball' sensation in rectum.
Q. What causes the Sepia state?
Repeated childbirths, miscarriage, hormonal storms, or overuse of contraceptives.
Q. Is it good for leucorrhea?
Yes, yellow/green discharge with itching and bearing down pain.
Q. How does the patient look?
Often thin, with a yellowish complexion, dark circles, and a sad expression.
Q. What foods to avoid?
They often crave vinegar/acids and hate the smell of cooking food.
Q. Does it treat ringworm?
It is a great ringworm remedy, especially recurring ones in spring.
Q. Can it cure prolapse?
It helps strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and relieves the 'bearing down' sensation.
Q. What potency?
200C is often used for hormonal issues. 1M for deep mental indifference.
Q. Is it good for libido?
Yes, it restores lost libido caused by exhaustion and hormonal dryness.
Q. Does it help bedwetting?
Yes, usually in the first part of sleep.
Q. Where to buy?
Authentic Sepia is available at Yeelo Homeopathy.
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