Sepia is a wide-ranging remedy often given by professional homeopaths to those whose illness is ‘chronic’ (i.e. not acute).
However if its key indicators are present in acute illness you can prescribe it with confidence.
Usually those needing Sepia will be in a depressed state. This is sometimes seen as an indifference to everything. They do not enjoy anything and simply want to be left alone.
Occasionally, if they can be persuaded to get up and do something, they actually feel better
Better moving about vigorously (dancing, exercise, sports etc)
Worse before menstrual period
Depressed, tearful state
Backache
Cold sores
Cold
Constipation
Cough
Cystitis
Eye problems
Fever
Headache
Joint pain
Insomnia
Pregnancy complaints
Menstrual problems
Nausea
Vomiting