About
Althaea officinalis is mainly associated with irritation and dryness of mucous membranes, especially in the throat, stomach, and urinary tract. It is often considered when burning pain and dryness cause discomfort.
Keynotes
Dryness and irritation of mucous membranes; burning soreness relieved by soothing warmth.
Constitution
Sensitive individuals with dry, irritated mucous membranes.
🤒Symptoms Profile
● General Symptoms
Dryness and irritation of throat, dry cough, burning in stomach, urinary discomfort, weakness, and fatigue. Complaints feel raw, sore, and sensitive.
● Mental Symptoms
Mental discomfort and irritability due to constant dryness and irritation.
● Physical Symptoms
Dry cough, sore throat, burning stomach pain, urinary irritation, weakness.
Uses
Traditionally used for mucous membrane irritation; commonly prescribed in cases of dry cough, sore throat, stomach burning, urinary irritation, and weakness.
Modalities
Better: warm drinks, soothing measures. Worse: dry air, irritation.
💊Dosage Information
Available Potencies
Mother tincture to 30C
Recommended Dosage
Prescribed according to mucous membrane irritation and sensitivity.
🔗Relationships & Affinities
🫀 Organ Affinity
Throat, stomach, urinary tract
⚠️Important Cautions
Use with caution in very low potencies or mother tincture in patients with diabetes due to sugar content. Not a substitute for conventional treatment of serious conditions like peptic ulcers.
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