Key indications
Rescue Remedy may suit you if you recognise several of these:
- Sudden bad news, an accident or a shock
- Pre-exam, pre-interview or stage nerves
- Panic that stops you thinking clearly
- Fear of the dentist, flying or medical procedures
- Helping others (and pets) settle after a fright
The positive potential
Taken over time, Rescue Remedy helps you move from acute stress, shock, panic and emergencies toward calm, composure and presence of mind in a crisis. Flower remedies work gently and gradually; most people notice the shift within a few weeks of consistent use.
How to take Rescue Remedy
- From a treatment bottle: add 2 drops of the remedy (4 drops for Rescue Remedy) to a 30 ml dropper bottle of water and take 4 drops from it at least 4 times a day.
- Directly: 2 drops on the tongue or in a glass of water, sipped through the day.
- Globules: 3–4 medicated globules under the tongue, 3–4 times a day.
- There is no fixed course length — continue until the feeling has settled, then stop. Flower remedies are non-habit-forming and safe alongside other medicines.
This is general guidance. For a remedy picture matched to your situation, book a consultation with one of our practitioners.
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Shop all fear remedies →Frequently asked questions about Rescue Remedy
- What is Rescue Remedy used for?
- Rescue Remedy is the Bach flower remedy for acute stress, shock, panic and emergencies — before an exam, interview, dental visit or after bad news. It belongs to Dr. Edward Bach's "Fear" group and supports a shift toward calm, composure and presence of mind in a crisis. It is chosen according to how you feel rather than any physical symptom.
- How do I take Rescue Remedy?
- Add 4 drops of Rescue Remedy to a 30 ml dropper bottle of water and take 4 drops from it at least 4 times a day. You can also take 4 drops directly on the tongue, or 3-4 medicated globules under the tongue 3-4 times a day. There is no age restriction and no dietary restriction.
- How long does Rescue Remedy take to work?
- Most people notice a shift within a few weeks of consistent use. Acute states can settle within days, while long-standing patterns are usually worked with over several weeks or months. There is no fixed course length — continue until the feeling has settled, then stop.
- Can Rescue Remedy be taken with other remedies or medicines?
- Yes. Rescue Remedy can be combined with other flower remedies — practitioners commonly use six or seven together — and it is non-habit-forming and safe alongside prescribed medicines. Flower remedies are a complementary practice and do not replace medical treatment.
