GRATIOLA OFFICINALIS Q, 6C, 12C, 30C, 200C, 1M, 10M USES AND SYMPTOMS
GRATIOLA OFFICINALIS
(Hedge Hyssop)
Grat.
Primarily affects the gastrointestinal tract, chronic catarrhal conditions, leucorrhea, and gonorrhea. Treats stubborn ulcers and mental issues due to excessive pride, especially useful in females. Nux-v. symptoms in females are often addressed by Grat.
Head:
Sick headaches, rush of blood to the head with temporary blindness. Sensation of brain contraction and head shrinking. Forehead tightness with skin wrinkles.
Eyes:
Temporary blindness due to rush of blood to the head. Dry, burning eyes. Myopia.
Stomach:
Vertigo during and after meals, hunger and emptiness after eating. Dyspepsia with stomach distention, cramps, and colic after supper and at night, with abdominal swelling and constipation. Difficulty swallowing liquids.
Rectum:
Diarrhea with green, frothy water, followed by anal burning, evacuated without pain. Constipation with gouty acidity. Hemorrhoids with hypochondriasis. Constricted rectum.
Female:
Nymphomania. Excessive, early, and prolonged menstruation (metrorrhagia). Leucorrhea.
Sleep:
Insomnia.
Modalities:
Worse after drinking too much water.
Relationship:
Compare with Dig., Euph., Tab., Cham., Am-pic., Nux-v.
SYMPTOMS OF GRATIOLA OFFICINALIS
Head:
Sick headaches
Rush of blood to the head with temporary blindness
Sensation of brain contraction and head shrinking
Tightness in the forehead with skin wrinkles
Eyes:
Temporary blindness due to rush of blood to the head
Dry, burning eyes
Myopia
Stomach:
Vertigo during and after meals
Hunger and emptiness after eating
Dyspepsia with stomach distention
Cramps and colic after supper and at night, with abdominal swelling and constipation
Difficulty swallowing liquids
Rectum:
Diarrhea with green, frothy water, followed by anal burning, evacuated without pain
Constipation with gouty acidity
Hemorrhoids with hypochondriasis
Constricted rectum
Female:
Nymphomania
Excessive, early, and prolonged menstruation (metrorrhagia)
Leucorrhea
Sleep:
Insomnia
Modalities:
Symptoms worsen after drinking too much water
selection of the potency
Individualization:
- Homeopathy is based on the principle of treating the individual, not just the disease. The unique symptoms and characteristics of the person are crucial in determining the most suitable potency.
Intensity of Symptoms:
- The intensity of the symptoms guides the choice of potency. If the symptoms are intense and acute, a lower potency (e.g., 6C, 30C) might be considered. For chronic conditions with less intensity, higher potencies (e.g., 200C, 1M) may be appropriate.
Sensitivity of the Patient:
- Some individuals are more sensitive to homeopathic remedies, while others may require higher potencies. The practitioner considers the patient’s sensitivity when selecting the potency.
Acute vs. Chronic Conditions:
- Lower potencies are often used for acute conditions, while higher potencies may be considered for chronic or long-standing issues.
Previous Response to Potencies:
- The patient’s response to previous homeopathic treatments helps guide the choice of potency. If a particular potency has been effective in the past, it may be repeated or adjusted as needed.
Vital Force and Susceptibility:
- Homeopathy views illness as a disturbance in the vital force. The practitioner assesses the patient’s overall vitality and susceptibility to determine the appropriate potency.
Aggravation or Amelioration:
- The direction of the symptom response (aggravation or amelioration) after taking a remedy can influence the choice of potency.
Miasmatic Considerations:
- In classical homeopathy, the concept of miasms (inherited disease tendencies) is considered. The practitioner take this into account when selecting the potency.
Practitioner Experience:
- The experience and preference of the homeopathic practitioner play a role. Some practitioners may have success with certain potencies based on their clinical experience.
SAFETY INFORMATION
- Do not exceed the recommended dose by physician
- Keep out of the reach of children
- Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight
- Maintain half an hour gap between food/drink/any other medicines and homoeopathic medicine
- Avoid any strong smell in the mouth while taking medicine e.g. camphor, garlic, onion, coffee, hing
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