Anyone can get a urinary tract infection, from adults to children, but as women, we are prone to UTIs. You can manage acute cystitis and UTI with a little knowledge of homeopathy.

The joy of being a woman! A shorter urethra than men means that bacteria can reach the bladder more easily. Also, the opening of the urethra is close to the anus, where bacteria thrive.

Furthermore, sexual activity increases the chances of bacteria for women as intercourse introduces bacteria into the woman’s urinary tract.

The term Honeymoon Cystitis is a term used for women who develop UTIs after having sexual intercourse.

But wait a minute. Is a UTI the same as CYSTITIS? 

The answer to that is all infections of the Urinary Tract are UTIs, but the infection can affect different parts of the urinary system and then it is given a different name:

Bladder- Cystitis
Urethra-Urethritis
Kidneys- Kidney infection

Symptoms of a UTI can include: 

• peeing more often
• burning feeling when peeing
• urine smells unpleasant
• feeling nauseous
• stomach pain 
• pain in the lower abdomen
• developing a fever
• feeling tired

If your symptoms also include fever, have a look at this blog to tackle that symptom.

CANTHARIS 200 FOR ACUTE CYSTITIS

CANTHARIS 200c

This is my #1 remedy for cystitis, including Honeymoon Cystitis. The symptoms of cantharis tend to match most cases of cystitis when first acquired.

Inflammation is very violent if left to develop, and pains are cutting, smarting or burning- very painful urination-.

• Burning raw feeling when urinating and when not.

• The kidney region is very sensitive.

• Intolerable urging to urinate from the smallest quantity in the bladder.

•  Urine scalds and is passed drop by drop.

• Pain is worse when urinating but also before and after.

You may pass a lot of blood when urinating, and it looks like you are bleeding- although this remedy will also help cystitis where there is no blood involved.

STAPHYSAGRIA 200

I love Staphysagria as it is such a woman’s remedy. No wonder why it is so often used for these types of complaints.

This is the #1 for Honeymoon Cystitis. This is the best remedy for people who develop cystitis after having sexual intercourse. 

This type of cystitis may also start after a disappointment or feeling let down or humiliated by someone.

• It is also a great remedy for urinary problems during pregnancy or after pregnancy.

• Feeling of pressure around the bladder, as if it did not fully empty.

• Urging and pain after urination which is better by heat or getting warm.

• Feeling as if a drop of urine were rolling continuously along the urethra.

THUJA 30C

Thuja is a very effective remedy for UTIs but is very little used in acute situations.

 It is one of the top ones used by the Banerjie’s for treating cystitis and UTIs with homeopathy and, I have also found it to be very valuable. 

If you need Thuja, you may:

• Feel as if the bladder feels paralysed and must wait for urination. You may feel like urinating but it is like a tape was preventing it.

• Have to urinate 5-6 times before the bladder is empty.

• Notice that the urine foams and remains long in the water.

• Have a swollen and inflamed urethra and a constant, painful desire to urinate.

PULSATILLA 30

This remedy is very useful for cystitis that comes after you have got your feet cold or wet. It is a specific remedy for that.

This is a remedy also for crusty sediment on the urine and renal stones and renal colic wich acompany of painful urinary symptoms.

Taken soon after, you start to feel the need to urinate more often, and with pain in the lower abdomen, it can abort the process entirely!

SARSAPARILLA 30,200

Sarsaparilla is a highly effective homeopathic remedy for urinary issues, especially when the pain is sharp, burning, and most intense at the end of urination. A telltale sign is blood appearing with the last few drops of urine, often accompanied by pain that radiates upward from the urethra toward the abdomen.

Sarsaparilla addresses both acute and chronic urinary conditions, especially those involving stone formation and mucosal inflammation.

Think of this remedy for:

• Intense pain at the close of urination

• Crusty or gritty sediment visible in the urine

• History of renal stones or renal colic associated with painful urination

CAUSTICUM 200

Causticum is a remedy with an affinity for the urinary system and the muscles—both voluntary and involuntary. This makes it especially useful in cases where there is a loss of bladder control due to muscle weakness or nerve sensitivity.

Consider Causticum when you experience:

Involuntary urine leakage during actions like coughing, sneezing, laughing, straining, or even walking

• Loss of sensation during urination—you may not feel when urine is passing

• Slow or hesitant urination—the urge is there, you may feel the urging but the flow is delayed or difficult and you have to wait a long time to pass while sitting

• Dribbling of urine or delayed passage of the last few drops

• Itching of the urethra, often accompanying other urinary discomfort

• Burning sensation in the urethra and bladder after passing a few drops

Causticum is particularly valuable for those who suffer from bladder dysfunction due to muscle fatigue, nerve damage, or post-traumatic conditions. This remedy can be helful for:

• Urine retention after childbirth or surgical procedures

DOSING THE ACUTE REMEDIES

You can take these remedies every 2-3 hours or 3 times per day, depending on the symptoms.

BANERJI PROTOCOL TIP RENAL STONES

• Berberis Vulgaris Herbal Tincture– 5 drops twice daily
• Sarsaparilla 30 twice daily

Take these remedies for at least 8 weeks and reasess.

BANERJI PROTOCOL CYSTITIS TIP

• Cantharis 200 twice per day
• Staphysagria 200 every 3rd day

Both remedies are first-line remedies for Genito Urinary Organs-Female and Urinary Systems.

• Cantharis- this is a top remedy for complaints of the lining of the Urinary tract—acute inflammations with burning and cutting pains.

• Staphysagria- apart from the affinity to the Genito Urinary System, Staphysagria has an affinity for the Sphinters, lacerated and stretched tissue and a very particular feature- ailments from sexual intercourse.

If you follow my posts, you will learn through remedy relationships that it complements Carcinosin. As we have discussed, Carcinosin runs on the axis of boundaries and identity, what belongs to you and what is foreign to you. Using this analogy , we can understand why, on the bigger picture, Staphysagria fits this pathology on different levels.

HOMEOPATHY FOR CHRONIC UTIS

SEPIA 200 

Like a feeling that something is coming down and you would need to push it up.

Have you ever felt that something inside is “coming down” and needs to be pushed back up? This peculiar sensation is more than just discomfort—it’s a classic indication for the homeopathic remedy Sepia.

This is a good remedy for prolapse of the uterus or bladder causing recurrent UTIs. Also, a remedy to think of for menopausal women or problems that started after giving birth. Have a look at my blog on how to deal with menopausal symptoms.

Sepia is especially useful for:

• Uterine or bladder prolapse, often leading to recurrent UTIs

• Menopausal symptoms or complaints following childbirth

• Urinary disturbances like bedwetting, stones, or gravel

• UTIs linked to menstrual cycles or hormonal imbalances

Sepia often has uterine reflex in other organs; the liver a common one, but also the urinary system.

Hence you will find complementary remedies for Sepia: Cantharis and Sarsaparilla. These remedies often act as therapeutic remedies for Sepia.

If you require this remedy, you might experience the following symptoms:

• You may need to wear a pad as urine scapes easily when coughing,  sneezing, a shock, etc.

• You may get the urge to urinate from pressure on the bladder.

• You may have to urinate multiple times at night, and the flow of urine may be slow.

Take this remedy every 3rd day

MEDORRHINUM 200C

This is for more established UTS affecting the whole system. Take this remedy twice daily.

If you need Medorrhinum, you may have any of the following symptoms:

• A fishy, ammoniacal odour of the urine.

• A feeling of bubbling in the right kidney and renal region. Renal colic and pain in the ureters as if you were passing a stone.

• An urge to urinate every hour or so with a slow flow. 

• Nocturnal enuresis. This is a great remedy for children tha suffer with it.

• Oedema due to malfunction of the urinary system.

If you’re a regular user of the Banerji Protocols, you’ve likely come across Medorrhinum 200—often recommended for both acute and chronic UTIs. But have you ever paused to ask why this remedy plays such a central role? Let’s unpack it.

Medorrhinum isn’t just a random choice. Its effectiveness lies in its deep action on miasmatic susceptibility—particularly within the urogenital and renal systems. This makes it a foundational remedy for addressing not just UTIs but broader kidney-related conditions as well.

Beyond the urinary system, Medorrhinum also has a strong affinity for the joints, making it the third-line remedy in the Banerji Protocols for rheumatism. This speaks to its versatility in chronic systemic conditions.

PULSATILLA 200

Pulsatilla 200 is a powerful yet gentle homeopathic remedy often indicated in cases of chronic or recurrent cystitis, particularly when there’s a clear hormonal component involved.

Common patterns include:

• Cystitis that coincides with the menstrual cycle
• Onset of urinary issues around puberty
• Recurrent urinary tract infections during pregnancy

In these cases, the physical discomfort is often intertwined with emotional sensitivity, which is a hallmark of the Pulsatilla picture.

Pulsatilla patients are often emotionally sensitive—tears come easily, and they may feel emotionally overwhelmed. They typically crave reassurance, affection, and the comfort of companionship, and experience noticeable relief after a good cry.

You may also experience the following symptoms:

• Pains around the bladder region extend to the thighs and pelvis.

• The need to urinate when lying on your back.

• You may experience soreness and burning feeling around the meatus’s external side, which feels better by cold bathing in water.

Take this remedy every 3rd day

BANERJI PROTOCOL UTI TIP

• Medorrhinum 200 twice daily or Thuja 30 twice daily.

Start with one and move to the other if it is not helping. But remember that for chronic issues, you must give 8 weeks to be able to reassess.

Medorrhinum & Thuja: A Complementary Pair

What makes the Banerji Protocols so effective is their layered approach—using first-, second-, and third-line remedies that target different dimensions of a condition. Often, these remedies are complementary, designed to work synergistically depending on the patient’s unique presentation.

Medorrhinum and Thuja are closely connected. While Medorrhinum is often seen as the nodal point for the sycotic miasm, Thuja plays an equally important role, especially in UTI and cystitis protocols.

In fact, you’ll notice that both remedies frequently appear across multiple lines in the protocols for urinary conditions. From a clinical perspective, they often go hand-in-hand, supporting each other’s action and broadening the healing scope.

Medorrhinum’s role in the Banerji Protocols is both deliberate and strategic. Understanding the why behind its use empowers you to apply these protocols with greater confidence and insight.