DIPHTHERINUM 6C, 12C, 30C, 200C, 1M, 10M USES AND SYMPTOMS
DIPHTHERINUM
(Potentized Diphtheritic Virus)
Diph.
Suitable for patients with a tendency to catarrhal respiratory conditions and scrofulous individuals. Effective for diphtheria, laryngeal diphtheria, and post-diphtheritic paralysis. Shows malignancy from the beginning. Symptoms include swollen glands, a red and swollen tongue, and very offensive breath and discharge. The diphtheritic membrane is thick and dark. Other symptoms include epistaxis and severe prostration. The patient swallows without pain, but fluids are vomited or expelled through the nose.
Relationship:
Compare with Diphtherotoxinum (Cahis) for chronic bronchitis with rales. Cartier recommends it for vago-paralytic bronchitis in the elderly or toxic bronchitis after influenza.
Dose:
Thirtieth, two hundredth, or C. M. potency. Should not be repeated too frequently.
SYMPTOMS OF DIPHTHERINUM
Tendency to catarrhal respiratory conditions
Swollen glands
Red and swollen tongue
Very offensive breath and discharge
Thick and dark diphtheritic membrane
Epistaxis
Severe prostration
Swallows without pain, but fluids are vomited or expelled through the nose
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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