IRIDIUM METALLICUM 6C, 12C, 30C, 200C, 1M, 10M USES AND SYMPTOMS
IRIDIUM METALLICUM
(The Metal)
Irid-met.
Intestinal putrefaction and septicemia. Anemia, increases red blood corpuscles. Epilepsy; lupus. Rheumatism and gout. Uterine tumors. Spinal paresis. Exhaustion after disease. Children who are puny, weak-limbed, and grow too fast. Nephritis of pregnancy.
Head: Difficulty concentrating. Sensation of a void and confusion. “Woody” feeling on the right side of the head. Right side of the scalp sensitive. Profuse, watery coryza, better indoors. Ozena. Respiratory: Hoarse cough, worse with talking; posterior nares feel raw and inflamed, with profuse, thick, yellowish discharge. Chronic laryngeal catarrh.
Back and Extremities: Weakness in the kidney region. Spinal paresis, especially in the aged and after a disease. Pressing in the groin and left thigh. Tension in both thighs, especially the left. Left hip joint feels dislocated with dull pain towards the left gluteal region.
Relationship: Compare: Iridium muriaticum (produces salivation and stiffness of the jaws followed by head and nervous symptoms. Congestion of the nares and bronchi. Dragging pain in the lower back. Headache worse on the right side, heavy feeling like liquid lead).
Compare: Plat., Pall., Osm.
Dose: Sixth and higher.
SYMPTOMS OF IRIDIUM METALLICUM
Head:
Difficulty concentrating
Sensation of an empty but confused mind
“Woody” feeling on the right side of the head
Sensitivity on the right side of the scalp
Profuse, watery coryza, improved indoors
Ozena
Respiratory:
Hoarse cough, worse when talking
Raw, inflamed posterior nares with thick, yellowish discharge
Chronic laryngeal catarrh
Back and Extremities:
Weakness in the kidney region
Spinal paresis, especially in the elderly and post-illness
Pressure in the groin and left thigh
Tension in both thighs, especially the left
Left hip joint feels dislocated with dull pain towards the left gluteal region
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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