"Potassium Bichromicum" in homeopathy was once used very often. The main active component of this drug is a strong poison, which in its pure form can cause serious harm to humans. The main effect of this substance is on the mucous membranes. When large doses of potassium bichromicum enter the body, the digestive tract becomes inflamed. Also, this substance is able to destroy cartilage, for example, the nasal septum, affect joints and muscles. However, with all this, in small doses, potassium bichromicum becomes a homeopathic remedy that helps with many diseases.
general description
It is a potassium bichromicum water-soluble crystalline substance of dark red color. In homeopathy, any drug undergoes special treatment before it reaches the patient. The solid components of the substance used are first ground into powder, and the liquid ones are diluted in stages. Undergoes such a procedure, of course, and potassium dichromicum.
The procedure for preparing homeopathic remedies is called dilution. Its main goal is to remove biologically active substances from a substance and increase its therapeutic value. The compositions used in homeopathy are divorced in several stages. In this case, two preparation schemes can be used - decimal or hundredth.
The use of "Potassium Bichromicum" in homeopathy, therefore, has found a very wide. Prepare this drug as follows:
for the first time, the powder is diluted with water according to any scheme;
the second time use water with alcohol;
the third time only alcohol is used.
This homeopathic remedy belongs mainly to the group of malleable. In pharmacies, it is sold in ready-made granular form.
How to get
The first as a homeopathic remedy potassium bichromicum was described by Dr. JJ Drysdale. The book Materia Medica, written by the founder of homeopathy Hahnemann, also includes his monograph on potassium remedies.
Potassium bichromicum is obtained in large quantities from ordinary chromium-iron ore. It is this substance that is the starting material for the isolation of all other salts of Cr. In addition to homeopathy, potassium bichromicum is widely used:
The fact that this substance is able to beneficially affect the human body, homeopaths once learned by observing the workers of mines engaged in the extraction of chromium salts.
Benefits of the drug
The first results of tests of this remedy were published in 1844 in the British Homeopathic Journal. Already at that time, doctors noticed that potassium bichromicum affects patients very deeply and thoroughly. At the same time, the drug has a beneficial effect on almost the entire patient's body.
In those days, this tool was among the most significant and often used of all those described in Materia Medica. The drug was considered one of the most effective in homeopathy. Reviews about the "Potassium Bichromicum" from the doctors and their patients then there were very good.
Modern homeopaths also often use this remedy to treat patients. Its advantages include not only effective work, but also the fact that it can be used in combination with most well-known drugs, including modern ones.
Indications for use in official medicine
The most commonly used "Potassium Bichromicum" in homeopathy. However, sometimes it is prescribed to patients and modern doctors. This is due primarily to its anti-inflammatory properties. Potassium Bichromicum can be used as part of complex therapy, for example, for such diseases:
Also, this remedy is sometimes prescribed if the patient has problems such as digestive disorders with liver pain, rheumatism, gout, arthritis and inflammation of the eyes.
Contraindications
It is believed that this drug can not be used to treat mainly only those people who have allergic reactions to its components. Prescribing Potassium Bichromicum to children in homeopathy, for example, is allowed. Does not consider young age an obstacle to taking this remedy and modern medicine. It is allowed to use this drug also during pregnancy or during lactation.
"Potassium Bichromicum" in homeopathy: instructions for use
Once in homeopathy, mainly dilutions of 6 and 12 were used. In each specific case, the doctor worked individually with the patient. Moreover, most often in the past, doctors used 6 percent dilutions of this drug. It is such a tool in most cases that can be found in pharmacies today. Mostly there is “Potassium Bichromicum C-30 D6” on sale. Also often sold option C12 and some others.
The drug "Potassium Bichromicum": indications for use in homeopathy
Once this drug was widely used to treat patients with the following diseases:
Also, an indication for the use of "Potassium Bichromicum 30" in homeopathy, as in the past, is considered to be polyarthritis. This remedy is prescribed in informal medicine and for various skin diseases, accompanied by a small red rash.
What kind of people can be used for treatment: opinion of homeopaths
Indications for use in homeopathy potassium bichromicum, thus, once there were many. But when prescribing this remedy, doctors in those days paid attention, including to the type of person.
In the century before last, it was believed that this drug is most suitable for fair-faced, full and large people, especially those suffering from diseases of scrofulous or syphilitic etiology. Also, this medicine was recommended for patients:
In addition, it was believed that the drug was just great for treating fat, thick-skinned children and very slow subjects. Especially often, homeopaths prescribed this remedy to people who are prone to colds after staying in the fresh air, as well as to patients who are afraid of a moderately cold wind. Potassium bichromicum was used in homeopathy mainly only with subacute forms of ailments. In acute, this remedy was also used, but less frequently.
It was believed that this drug works best if the patient is warm. From the cold and when a patient drinks beer, the healing properties of this remedy, according to homeopaths, are reduced.
Key symptoms
So, in the past, the main signs that are a signal for the patient to discharge this drug, there were only two. Today this list has replenished. In what cases should I take "Potassium Bichromicum"? In homeopathy, the following conditions and pathologies are indications for taking the remedy:
Alternation and movement of pain in patients. In this case, a person experiences unpleasant sensations alternately in different places of the body. Sources of pain alternate - stomach, lower back, head, etc.
Localization of pain only in small areas.
Appearance of clearly defined perforated ulcers on the skin, mucous membranes, soft palate, vomer.
Thick fibrous, viscous mucous discharge, in some cases purulent, elongated in the form of threads and firmly held to the surface.
Common symptoms
The symptoms described above were decisive in the appointment of potassium bichromicum to homeopaths. Also, indications for the use of this drug were considered:
The formation on the surface of the mucous membranes of traffic jams. In particular, the doctors examined the nose carefully.
Isolation of jelly-like mucus.
With diphtheria and croup, the formation of false membranes and casts of bronchioles. In this case, the patient’s cough is usually hoarse with a metallic tinge.
Loss of appetite and digestive disorders. The patient may experience heaviness in the pit of stomach, appearing after eating, flatulence.
Sensation of the presence of hair on the root of the tongue or in the left nostril.
The psyche of the patient
Among other things, when prescribing this medicine, homeopaths of the century before last paid attention to the particular character of the patient. "Potassium Bichromicum" was prescribed often to people:
When was Potassium Bichromicum 30 prescribed by homeopaths? An indication for admission was a mild illness if the attacks were accompanied by the expiration of a viscous viscous fluid from the mouth.
Skin condition
In addition to the psychological attitude, homeopaths of the century before last, when prescribing potassium bichromicum, paid attention to other factors. It was believed that this drug should be prescribed if the patient has:
redness and dryness of the skin;
small dry rashes on different parts of the body;
brown spots on the neck resembling freckles;
boils.
Especially useful the use of this tool was considered if the rash of the patient manifested itself in hot weather.
Human condition
Very often, homeopaths in the past prescribed potassium bichromicum to people even when they observed:
accelerated pulse;
tendency to yawn and stretch;
drowsiness;
desire to sleep in a warm place;
chills with dizziness and nausea.
This drug was considered suitable for use in treatment with intense vomiting with blood.
What else could they pay attention to
In addition to the general condition of the patient, homeopaths in the past, when prescribing potassium bichromicum, could take into account some other points. For example, doctors often paid attention to the patient’s eye condition. It was considered necessary to use this agent for treatment if the patient had:
inflammatory eye diseases;
glued eyelids in the morning;
burning in eyes and lacrimation;
redness and itching of the eyelids, soreness in touch;
dense turbidity;
photophobia.
In addition, homeopathic doctors examined the patient’s ears. In this case, potassium bichromicum could be prescribed if:
piercing pain in the left ear;
swelling and inflammation of the left ear canal;
itching in the lobe of the right ear;
tickling and itching in both ears.
Of course, without fail, doctors paid attention to the patient’s nose. Indications for the use of the drug were considered in this case:
a feeling of pressure in the root area;
morning sneezing;
discharge with streaks of blood;
the release of caustic fluid, causing a burning sensation in the right lip;
constricting pain in the nose;
stuffy nose;
loss of smell;
fetid smell from the nose.
Official Medicine: Dosages
Of course, taking the drug "Potassium Bichromicum" in our time should only be done if prescribed by a doctor. The main active substance in the modern form of this medicine is contained in microscopic quantities. But although this remedy is considered relatively safe in terms of side effects, its active component is still a poison. In official medicine, doctors prescribe this drug in individual dosages.
It is supposed to take this medicine half an hour before or one hour after a meal. Granules "Potassium Bichromicum" are placed under the tongue for resorption. In most cases, the doctor prescribes 8 granules per day to the patient. In this case, taking the drug is recommended to be divided into 3-4 times a day. The course of treatment using this agent usually lasts no more than 3-5 weeks.
What you need to know
So, we found out how “Potassium Bichromicum” is used in official medicine and in homeopathy. Dosages and instructions for this tool were reviewed by us in detail. But the use of this drug has some features.
For example, when using this tool in patients, in some cases, the symptoms of the disease may temporarily worsen. If this situation occurs, it is recommended to take a break in taking the drug for 5-7 days.
In the absence of a therapeutic effect or the appearance of an allergy, the patient must consult a doctor. Most likely, the doctor will choose a more suitable remedy.