Homeopathy: Determining Dosage

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Homeopathy: Determining Dosage

 

Homeopathy is a medical system that uses infinitesimal doses of

natural substances to stimulate a person's immune system and body's

natural defenses. Homeopathic remedies are named for the plant or

animal ingredients they are made from. Homeopathy not only offers

relief from temporary disorders but, can provide long term healing of

a person due to its individual and " wholistic " approach. This often

leads to a complete recovery from the dis-ease, as well as, providing

an improved understanding of the patient's situation. This type of

healing makes it easier and possible to avoid recurrence or relapses

in the future and, homeopathy stimulates the body's natural defense

system by reestablishing normal immune system and cell functioning.

 

Homeopathics are created by taking the remedy: a plant, mineral,

chemical, or animal substance, diluting it in water and shaking it

vigorously. The more it is sequentially diluted and shaken, the more

potent the medicine. This is why minuscule doses are used.

 

" Like cures Like " . Here are some perfect examples:

 

* A full strength dose of Ipeca will cause vomiting.

In a very diluted dose, it becomes a remedy to control nausea and

vomiting.

 

* Coffee before bed will generally cause a sleepless night.

In an infinitesimal dose, it is used to treat insomnia.

 

*A large dose of sodium sulfate will characteristically provoke

diarrhea. An infinitesimal or homeopathic dose can cure that same

type of diarrhea.

 

 

Determining Dosage

 

Whenever possible, take a remedy at bedtime, as the body is at rest.

During the day try to take the remedy away from meals, at least 1/2

hour before eating, and at least one hour after eating because while

the body is busy digesting food there can be a digestive upset with

certain remedies. In an acute case, such as an injury, take the

remedy immediately no matter when you have eaten. The mouth should

also be free of any strong tastes. You may drink liquids shortly

before and after taking a remedy. If you are taking a remedy several

times a day, try to schedule some of the doses before bed, upon

waking and during the day.

 

Select the remedy that most closely matches the symptoms. In

conditions where self-treatment is appropriate, unless otherwise

directed by a physician, a lower potency (6X, 6C, 12X, 12C, 30X, or

30C) should be used. In addition, instructions for use are usually

printed on the label.

 

Many homeopathic physicians suggest that remedies be used as follows:

Take one dose and wait for a response. If improvement is seen,

continue to wait and let the remedy work. If improvement lags

significantly or has clearly stopped, another dose may be taken. The

frequency of dosage varies with the condition and the individual.

Sometimes a dose may be required several times an hour; other times a

dose may be indicated several times a day; and in some situations,

one dose per day (or less) can be sufficient.

 

If no response is seen within a reasonable amount of time, select a

different remedy.

 

Read the recommended dosage for each remedy, which usually is to be

taken before meals unless indicated otherwise. Homeopathic remedies

are comprised of natural ingredients and will cause no harm if you

take too much.

 

Purposely taking more than the prescribed dosage will not result in

an enhanced effect. If you take too little, or miss a dose, just

continue on as normal with your next scheduled dose. Missing dosages

will only result in the remedy being less effective.

 

Homeopathic drops should be placed onto the tongue so that they are

directly absorbed by the mucous membranes. Should the taste be too

strong, a few drops of water may be added.

 

 

Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac

http://www.peacefulmind.com/homeopathy.htm

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