Authored by Dr Harsh Sharma, Edited and Peer Reviewed by Dr. Pooja Sharma

Published September 8, 2023, Last updated September 8, 2023

E Coli or Escherichia Coli is a bacteria present in the intestines. In most cases it is harmless. But in some cases, it travels to the urinary tract and causes severe and resistant urinary infections. The following homeopathic medicines for E Coli are very effective-

1. Apis Mel
2. Berberis Vulgaris
3. Cantharis
4. Lycopodium
5. Staphysagria

Before we come to the indications suggesting the use of these homeopathic medicines for E Coli infections, let us understand the problem a little better.

What is E Coli?

E Coli or Escherichia Coli is a bacteria that lives in our gut. It is also present in the gut of some animals. It is mostly harmless and rather helpful in keeping our digestive system healthy. But there may be some strains of these bacteria that may not be compatible with human digestive tract. Such strains can cause an infection in humans. This is more so if the strain of bacteria gets into the urinary tract.

Women are more prone to urinary infections due to these bacteria because of their natural anatomy. There is very less space between the urethra and the anus which can allow the bacteria to travel from the anus to the urinary tract, especially while washing or cleaning after defecation. That is why it is advisable to wipe from front to back so that there is less scope for the bacteria to reach the urethra.

Symptoms of E Coli infection

Mostly, the symptoms of E Coli manifest when the bacteria infect the urinary tract. When we say the urinary tract, it mostly means the lower urinary tract which is the urethra and the urinary bladder. The symptoms of the infection are correspondingly manifested in this part of the anatomy only. The following are the most common symptoms of E Coli infection –

1. There is frequency of urination. Patient feels the urge to go to urine every now and then.
2. A feeling of the urinary bladder not getting emptied remains even after passing urine.
3. Burning pain is often present in the urethra or up the urinary bladder. This burning pain may be present while urinating or it may even be a constant presence.
4. A strong odor may be present in the urine.
5. Cloudy or whitish color of the urine is another common symptom.
6. In some cases, blood may be present in urine. The quantity of blood can vary from profuse to traces.
7. It may also cause fever and chilliness.

Conventional treatment of E. Coli infections

The  E. Coli infections are resistant in nature and take some time to resolve. Therefore, one needs to be patient. Frequent and prolonged use of antibiotics is the norm in allopathy. This not only leads to side effects of the antibiotics but the bacteria too become resistant due to the indiscriminate use of antibiotics.

Management of E Coli

Taking lots of water every day is a must if you have an infection of the urinary tract. It is more so in cases of E Coli infections. At the same time, intake of coconut water can help a lot in managing this infection. Avoid intake of aerated drinks as they have too much of sugar.

Homeopathic treatment of E Coli

Homeopathy has a stellar record in the treatment of urinary infections due to E Coli bacteria. The reason is that homeopathy relies upon the innate natural healing power of the human body. It just strengthens the natural immunity and lets it work to bring the body into its harmonious form as envisaged by the supreme power.

5 Best Homeopathic medicines for E Coli Infections

There are many homeopathic medicines which can treat E Coli infections of the urinary tract. The exact choice of the right medicine for each individual patient depends upon the symptoms of the patient. Although many patients may have urinary infections due to the E Coli bacteria, there is a vast difference in the symptoms that those patients manifest. Homeopathy keeps these differences in mind while prescribing for a seemingly similar infection. I am giving below a list of the 5 best homeopathic medicines for E Coli infections, which are more frequently needed.

1. Apis Mel – One of the best homeopathic medicines for E Coli with thirstlessness

2. Berberis Vulgaris – One of the best homeopathic remedies for E Coli with soreness in kidney region

3. Cantharis – One of the best homeopathic medicines for E Coli with burning

4. Lycopodium – One of the best homeopathic remedies for E Coli with kidney disease

5. Staphysagria – One of the best homeopathic remedies for E Coli with burning when not urinating

To give you a fair idea of how this differentiation happens, I am giving a few key pointers which help in selecting the right medicine for a patient.

1. Apis Mel – One of the best homeopathic medicines for E Coli with thirstlessness

When there is no thirst or little thirst along with the usual symptoms of a urinary infection, Apis Mel is one of the best homeopathic medicines for E Coli infection. There is stabbing pain in urethra just like the one that happens due to the sting of a bee. That is perhaps because of the fact that this medicine is prepared from the honey bee itself. The patient cannot tolerate heat in any form.

2. Berberis Vulgaris – One of the best homeopathic medicines for E Coli with soreness in kidney region

When there is increased soreness in the kidney region, Berberis Vulgaris is one of the best homeopathic medicines for E Coli infections. Often, there is a bubbling sensation in the kidneys. Strangely, there is pain in thighs while urinating. There may even be sticking pain in the kidney region that radiates around to abdomen, hips and groins.

3. Cantharis – One of the best homeopathic remedies for E Coli with burning

When there is constant burning in the urethra, Cantharis is one of the best homeopathic medicines for E Coli. The burning pain is persistent and remains even after urinating. There is tenesmus and constant urging to urinate, even though he may have urinated a little while earlier. Urine passes drop by drop and scalds him completely.

4. Lycopodium – One of the best homeopathic medicines for E Coli with kidney disease with pains worse in the evening

When the burning and the pains in the urinary tract and the kidney region is worse in the evening around 4 to 8 pm, Lycopodium is one of the best homeopathic medicines for E Coli. The patient is usually lean and thin. There may be red sand in urine. He may feel better on taking warm drinks or fluids.

5. Staphysagria – One of the best homeopathic remedies for E Coli with burning when not urinating

When there is burning in urethra even when not urinating, Staphysagria is one of the best homeopathic medicines for E Coli infections. This medicine is put to frequent use in patients who are bedridden. It is also useful for urinary infections in newly married women. There is frequently a sensation as if a drop of urine were rolling down a channel.