CEANOTHUS AMERICANUS Q, 6C, 12C, 30C, 200C, 1M, 10M USES AND SYMPTOMS
Ceanothus Americanus
(New Jersey Tea)
Cean.
This remedy specifically targets the spleen. It is effective for ague cake of malaria and is generally a left-sided remedy. Suitable for anemic patients with liver and spleen issues. Helps with chronic bronchitis with heavy secretions and has a notable ability to reduce blood pressure and clotting.
Abdomen: Significant spleen enlargement (splenomegaly). Pain from splenitis radiates up the left side. Deep pain in the left hypochondrium, spleen hypertrophy, and leukemia. Severe dyspnea, profuse menses, and weakening leucorrhea. Cannot lie on the left side. Liver and back pain.
Rectum: Diarrhea with abdominal and rectal pressure.
Urinary: Constant urge to urinate. Urine is green, frothy, and contains bile and sugar (indicative of jaundice and diabetes).
Modalities: Worse with motion and lying on the left side.
Relationship: Compare with Tinospora cordifolia (used in Hindu medicine for chronic fever with splenomegaly), Polymnia uvedalia (for acute splenitis with tenderness in the left hypochondriac region, spleen enlargement, vascular atony, and enlarged glands), and Ceanothus thrysiflorus (for pharyngitis, tonsillitis, nasal catarrh, and diphtheria). Also compare with Berberis, Myrica, Cedron, and Agaricus (for spleen issues).
SYMPTOMS OF CEANOTHUS AMERICANUS
Abdomen:
Significant spleen enlargement (splenomegaly)
Pain from splenitis radiating up the left side
Deep pain in the left hypochondrium
Spleen hypertrophy
Leukemia
Severe dyspnea
Profuse menses
Weakening leucorrhea
Inability to lie on the left side
Liver and back pain
Rectum:
Diarrhea
Abdominal and rectal pressure
Urinary:
Constant urge to urinate
Green, frothy urine containing bile and sugar (indicative of jaundice and diabetes)
Modalities:
Symptoms worsen with motion and lying on the left side
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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