LATRODECTUS MACTANS 6C, 12C, 30C, 200C, 1M, 10M USES AND SYMPTOMS
LATRODECTUS MACTANS
(Spider)
Lat-m.
The bite causes tetanic effects lasting several days. It mimics angina pectoris, with the precordial region as the attack’s focus. Chest muscle constriction radiates to the shoulders and back. Coagulability is lowered.
Head: Anxiety, screaming in pain, neck pain extending to the back of the head, occipital pain.
Respiratory: Extreme apnea, gasping, fear of losing breath.
Chest: Violent precordial pain extending to the axilla, arm, forearm, and fingers, with numbness. Feeble, rapid pulse, sinking sensation in the epigastrium, cramping pains from chest to abdomen.
Extremities: Left arm pain, feels paralyzed. Weak legs followed by abdominal cramps. Paraesthesia of lower limbs.
Skin: Coldness, marble-like skin.
Relationship: Compare with Latrodectus hasselti (chronic blood poisoning, intense pain in pyemia, great edema, limb paralysis, muscle wasting, darting burning pains, vertigo, septicemia, delusions of flying, memory loss, roaring noises). Also compare with Aran., Mygal, Ther., Latrodectus katipo (lymphangitis, nervous twitchings, scarlet burning eruption), and Triatema (swelling, violent itching, smothering sensation, fainting, rapid pulse).
SYMPTOMS OF LATRODECTUS MACTANS
Head:
Anxiety
Pain-induced screams
Neck pain extending to the back of the head
Occipital pain
Respiratory:
Severe apnea
Gasping for breath
Fear of losing breath
Chest:
Intense precordial pain extending to the axilla and down the arm to the fingers, causing numbness
Weak and rapid pulse
Sinking feeling in the epigastrium
Cramping pains from the chest to the abdomen
Extremities:
Left arm pain, feeling paralyzed
Leg weakness followed by abdominal muscle cramps
Paraesthesia of lower limbs
Skin:
Entire body cold, skin like marble
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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