TRIFOLIUM PRATENSE Q, 6C, 12C, 30C, 200C, 1M, 10M USES AND SYMPTOMS
TRIFOLIUM PRATENSE
(Red Clover)
Trif-p.
Notable for its effect on excessive salivation. It causes a sensation of fullness and congestion in the salivary glands, followed by a heavy flow of saliva, similar to the onset of mumps. Associated with dry, scaly skin (crusta lactea) and a stiff neck. Also linked to a cancerous tendency.
Head: Confusion and headaches upon waking, dullness in the front of the brain, mental decline, and memory loss.
Mouth: Increased saliva production (similar to Merc. or Syph.). Sore throat accompanied by hoarseness.
Respiratory: Symptoms resemble early hay fever, with thin mucus and irritation. Hoarseness, choking, and night chills with cough. Cough worsens with exposure to open air. Hay fever and spasmodic or whooping cough, particularly at night.
Back: Stiff neck with muscle cramps in the sternocleidomastoid muscles, relieved by warmth and massage.
Extremities: Tingling in the palms, cold hands and feet, and ulcers on the tibia.
Relationships: Compare with Trifolium repens (White Clover), which acts as a mumps prophylactic and causes a feeling of congestion in the salivary glands with pain and hardening, particularly in the submaxillary area. Symptoms worsen while lying down, with watery saliva filling the mouth, and may include a taste of blood. There’s also a sensation of the heart stopping, causing great fear, which improves with sitting up or moving and worsens when alone, accompanied by cold sweat on the face.
SYMPTOMS OF TRIFOLIUM PRATENSE
Head:
Confusion and headache upon waking.
Dullness in the front part of the brain.
Mental decline and memory loss.
Mouth:
Excessive salivation (ptyalism).
Fullness and congestion in the salivary glands.
Sensation of impending mumps.
Sore throat with hoarseness.
Respiratory:
Coryza (cold-like symptoms) preceding hay fever.
Thin mucus with irritation.
Hoarseness, choking, and nighttime chills with cough.
Cough worsens in open air.
Hay fever, spasmodic and whooping cough, especially at night.
Back:
Dry, scaly crusts (crusta lactea).
Stiff neck, muscle cramps in sternocleidomastoid muscles.
Extremities:
Tingling sensation in palms.
Cold hands and feet.
Ulcers on the tibia.
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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