Abies Nigra, commonly known as Black Spruce, is an important homeopathic remedy mainly acting on the stomach, digestion, and chest. It is especially useful in elderly patients suffering from indigestion, gastric heaviness, and the bad effects of tea and tobacco.
Abies Nigra – Homeopathic Remedy for Indigestion & Gastric Disorders
Botanical Name: Abies Nigra
Common Name: Black Spruce
Potency: 1X to 30C
Key Indications of Abies Nigra
Abies Nigra is mainly indicated in:
- Loss of appetite in the morning
- Sensation of something stuck in the stomach
- Gastric pain after eating
- Indigestion in elderly people
- Ill effects of tea and tobacco
- Feeling of obstruction in the chest
1. Loss of Appetite in the Morning
A very characteristic symptom of Abies Nigra is:
- No hunger in the morning
- Appetite improves in afternoon and night
- Weak digestion with heaviness
This remedy suits patients who cannot eat breakfast but feel hungry later in the day.
2. Sensation of a Lump in the Upper Stomach
One of the most guiding symptoms:
- Feeling as if a boiled egg is lodged in the upper stomach
- Sensation located below the sternum
- Neither rising nor descending
- Causes discomfort and pain
Remedy Differentiation:
- China officinalis – Sensation below sternum with weakness
- Bryonia alba – Food feels stuck; worse from movement
- Pulsatilla nigricans – Indigestion from rich food
The “boiled egg sensation” is a keynote of Abies Nigra.
3. Stomach Pain After Eating
- Pain increases immediately after eating
- Fullness and pressure in upper abdomen
- Heaviness and slow digestion
Although post-meal pain is also seen in Anacardium orientale, Abies Nigra is more specifically related to gastric obstruction feeling and elderly indigestion.
4. Indigestion in the Elderly
This remedy is especially beneficial for:
- Old people with weak digestion
- Gastric troubles with heart symptoms
- Slow metabolism
- Distension and heaviness
It improves digestive tone and reduces gastric discomfort in elderly patients.
5. Bad Effects of Tea and Tobacco
Excessive consumption of:
- Strong tea
- Tobacco
May lead to:
- Stomach irritation
- Loss of enthusiasm
- Sleeplessness
- Nervous irritation
Abies Nigra is particularly suited for such individuals who suffer from digestive complaints due to stimulants.
6. Sensation of Something Stuck in the Chest
Another important symptom:
- Feeling as if something is stuck in chest
- Desire to cough to remove it
- Chest pain
- Mouth fills with water after coughing
- Choking sensation in throat
This symptom connects gastric disturbance with chest discomfort.
🌡 Other Associated Symptoms
Head
- Heat in head
- Red cheeks
- Lethargy
- Sleeplessness
Back
- Pain in lower back
Fever
- Alternating heat and cold
- Fever with stomach pain
Sleep
- Sleeplessness at night
- Hunger due to lack of sleep
Dosage & Potency
- 1X to 6C – For mild gastric disturbances
- 30C potency – For more marked symptoms
⚠ Always use under guidance of a qualified homeopathic practitioner.
Constitutional Picture
Abies Nigra is suited to:
- Elderly individuals
- People addicted to tea and tobacco
- Patients with weak digestion
- Individuals feeling constant gastric obstruction
Clinical Uses
- Dyspepsia
- Gastric catarrh
- Functional indigestion
- GERD-like symptoms
- Elderly digestive weakness
- Tobacco-related gastric complaints
Conclusion
Abies Nigra is a valuable homeopathic remedy for gastric disorders, especially in elderly patients and those suffering from the ill effects of tea and tobacco. Its keynote symptom—the sensation of a boiled egg stuck in the stomach—makes it easily identifiable in homeopathic practice.
Correct remedy selection based on totality of symptoms ensures effective and lasting results.
FAQs
Abies Nigra is mainly used for indigestion, especially in elderly people, sensation of a lump in the stomach, loss of appetite in the morning, and gastric problems caused by tea and tobacco.
The keynote symptom is the feeling as if a boiled egg is stuck in the upper stomach and does not move up or down.
Yes, it is particularly beneficial for elderly patients with weak digestion, gastric heaviness, and heart-related digestive discomfort.
Abies Nigra is generally prescribed in 1X to 30C potency depending on the severity of symptoms and physician guidance.
Yes, it is helpful when there is a sensation of something stuck in the chest that causes coughing and choking sensation.
