About
Bothrops Lanceolatus is a homeopathic remedy prepared from the venom of the Yellow Viper. It is a profound remedy for conditions involving hemorrhage, thrombosis, and paralysis, particularly affecting the left side. It is crucial in treating states of intense congestion and septicemia.
Keynotes
Left-sided paralysis, dark fluid hemorrhages that do not clot, sudden onset of symptoms, sensation as if parts were enormously swollen, septic conditions, gangrenous tendency
Constitution
Often suited to persons with a hemorrhagic or septic constitution, those prone to strokes, paralysis, or gangrene. May have a history of apoplexy in the family.
🤒Symptoms Profile
● General Symptoms
Hemorrhages (dark, non-coagulable blood), thrombosis, paralysis (especially left-sided), gangrene, septic states, aphasia, intense swelling, petechiae
● Mental Symptoms
Aphasia (inability to speak), confusion, fear of apoplexy, talkative delirium, indifference, lack of willpower, memory weakness
● Physical Symptoms
Paralysis of left side, swollen tongue that interferes with speech, dark hemorrhages from any orifice, coldness of body, bluish discoloration of skin, gangrenous inflammation, intense pain in chest with suffocation
Uses
Apoplexy, hemiplegia, angina pectoris, septicemia, gangrene, varicose ulcers, phlebitis, conditions following bites or stings, hemorrhagic diathesis
Modalities
Worse: From motion, touch, heat of bed. Better: From cold applications, open air.
💊Dosage Information
Available Potencies
6C, 30C, 200C, 1M, 10M
Recommended Dosage
Typically used in higher potencies (200C and above) in acute, life-threatening conditions. Lower potencies (6C, 30C) may be used for chronic states. Single dose often sufficient; repeat only upon clear return of symptoms.
🔗Relationships & Affinities
🫀 Organ Affinity
Cardiovascular system (blood vessels, heart), Nervous system (brain, nerves), Circulatory system, Mucous membranes
🤝 Complementary
Lachesis, Crotalus Horridus, Arsenicum Album
🛡️ Antidotes
Ammonium Carbonicum, Camphora
⚠️Important Cautions
Not to be used indiscriminately. Requires careful case analysis. Use with caution in patients with severe bleeding disorders. Should be prescribed by an experienced homeopath.
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