HomeoRemedyHiccups with gastro-intestinal disturbances
- Persistent hiccups
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea or loose stools
Stomach & Digestion
Hiccups
Involuntary spasms of the diaphragm causing repeated, sudden inhalations
Overview
Hiccups are a sudden, involuntary contraction of the diaphragm muscle that causes a sharp intake of breath and a distinctive 'hic' sound. They are a common and usually harmless condition that can be triggered by various factors.
Remedies often used
The right one depends on your exact symptoms, not just the name of the problem. The Remedy Finder compares them for you.
Annoying hiccups aggravated by eating, smoking, or tobacco chewing
- Hiccups that are aggravated by eating, drinking, or tobacco use
- Feeling of emptiness or discomfort in the pit of the stomach
- Rapid changes in mental and physical state
Violent hiccups
- Violent, uncontrollable hiccups
- Hiccups that disrupt sleep or daily routine
- Hiccups that do not respond to other remedies
Hiccups with spasms of the diaphragm
- Persistent, spasmodic hiccups
- Feeling of suffocation or inability to catch one's breath
- Hoarseness or velvety sensation in the chest
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China officinalisHiccups causing headacheAmmonium muriaticumStitches in the chest and empty gnawing sensation in the stomach after a full mealRanunculus bulbosusViolent, convulsive hiccups with frequent burpingNatrium muriaticumViolent hiccupsCyclamen europaeumHiccups with or without morning sickness (vomiting)StramoniumViolent hiccups after hot drinksVeratrum albumHiccups after hot drinksArsenicum albumHiccups after cold drinkPulsatilla pratensisHiccups after cold drinks or smokingVeratrum virideConstant, painful hiccups with spasms in the upper esophagusNot sure which fits? The app compares all 16 remedies against your symptoms.
Get the appSee a doctor if
- Persistent hiccups that last for more than 48 hours and interfere with sleep or eating
- Hiccups accompanied by severe chest pain, difficulty breathing, or other concerning symptoms
- Hiccups that develop after a recent injury, surgery, or medical procedure
Everyday tips
- Sip a glass of water slowly to help interrupt the hiccup reflex
- Try to relax and take slow, deep breaths to calm the diaphragm muscle
- Avoid triggers like spicy or carbonated foods and drinks that may provoke hiccups
- Engage in light physical activity, such as a short walk, to help stop the hiccup cycle
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