COCAINUM HYDROCHLORICUM Q, 6C, 12C, 30C, 200C, 1M, 10M USES AND SYMPTOMS
Cocainum Hydrochloricum
(An Alkaloid from Erythroxylon Coca)
Cocain.
Cocain is widely known for its effectiveness as a local anesthetic and has specific homeopathic applications, though most symptoms are clinically observed.
Sensation: Feeling of small foreign bodies or worms under the skin.
Mind: Talkative. Constant urge to achieve something great or perform extraordinary feats. Increased cerebral activity. Severe persecutory hallucinations, seeing and feeling bugs and worms. Diminished moral sense. Neglect of personal appearance. Thinks he hears negative remarks about himself. Auditory hallucinations. Irrational jealousy. Insomnia.
Head: Throbbing and bursting sensation. Roaring and noises in the head.
Eyes: Glaucoma, increased tension, reduced corneal sensitivity. Eyes appear staring and expressionless. Pupils dilated.
Ears: Acute hearing.
Throat: Dry, burning, tickling sensation. Constriction and paralysis of swallowing muscles. Difficulty speaking.
Stomach: Loss of appetite for solid food but craves sweets. Hemorrhages from the stomach and bowels.
Sleep: Restless, unable to sleep for hours after going to bed.
Nervous System: Chorea, paralysis agitans, alcoholic tremors, and senile trembling. Local sensory paralysis. Formication and numbness in hands and forearms.
Fever: Coldness with intense pallor.
Relationship: Compare with Stovaine (an analgesic and vasomotor dilator). To counteract the adverse effects sometimes caused by injecting cocaine into the skin or gums, use drop doses of nitroglycerin 1% solution.
Dose: Lower potencies. For local application to mucous membranes, use a 2-4% solution.
SYMPTOMS OF COCAINUM HYDROCHLORICUM
Mind:
Talkative
Constant urge to achieve great things or perform extraordinary feats
Increased cerebral activity
Severe persecutory hallucinations (seeing and feeling bugs and worms)
Diminished moral sense
Neglect of personal appearance
Thinks he hears negative remarks about himself
Auditory hallucinations
Irrational jealousy
Insomnia
Head:
Throbbing and bursting sensation
Roaring and noises in the head
Eyes:
Glaucoma with increased tension
Reduced corneal sensitivity
Staring and expressionless eyes
Dilated pupils
Ears:
Acute hearing
Throat:
Dry, burning, tickling sensation
Constriction and paralysis of swallowing muscles
Difficulty speaking
Stomach:
Loss of appetite for solid food but craving for sweets
Hemorrhages from the stomach and bowels
Sleep:
Restlessness and inability to sleep for hours after going to bed
Nervous System:
Chorea
Paralysis agitans
Alcoholic tremors and senile trembling
Local sensory paralysis
Formication and numbness in hands and forearms
Fever:
Coldness with intense pallor
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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