About
Calendula Officinalis is a powerful antiseptic and healing agent derived from the Marigold flower. It is primarily known for its remarkable ability to promote wound healing, prevent infection, and reduce inflammation, especially in cases of trauma and surgical procedures.
Keynotes
Excellent antiseptic and healing agent, promotes healthy granulation, prevents proud flesh, pain ameliorated by pressure, septic conditions, surgical shock.
Constitution
Nervous, sensitive individuals; those prone to infections; patients undergoing surgery or experiencing trauma.
🤒Symptoms Profile
● General Symptoms
Wounds healing poorly, unhealthy granulations, excessive and unhealthy suppuration, pain disproportionate to injury, septic conditions, surgical shock, abrasions, lacerations, contusions, burns, bedsores, gangrene, post-operative care, erysipelas, sore throat, mouth ulcers, teething troubles.
● Mental Symptoms
Anxiety about health, fear of death, irritability, restlessness, aversion to company.
● Physical Symptoms
Pain: burning, stinging, throbbing. Wounds: unhealthy, sluggish, inflamed, suppurating profusely with offensive pus. Skin: red, hot, swollen, erysipelatous. Throat: sore, red, inflamed, with difficulty swallowing. Mouth: ulcers, spongy gums. Fever: septic fever with chills.
Uses
Wound healing (surgical, traumatic, chronic), antiseptic for wounds, prevention of infection, reduction of inflammation, pain relief in injuries, bedsores, burns, scalds, mouth ulcers, sore throat, teething pain, menstrual irregularities, post-operative recovery.
Modalities
Aggravations: Cold air, touch, motion. Ameliorations: Pressure, rest, warmth (for some pains).
💊Dosage Information
Available Potencies
3C, 6C, 30C, 200C, 1M (often used in low potencies for local application, higher potencies for systemic effects)
Recommended Dosage
For local application: diluted tincture or mother tincture as a wash or compress. Internally: 30C or 200C, 2-4 times a day, depending on severity. For acute conditions, more frequent dosage may be required.
🔗Relationships & Affinities
🫀 Organ Affinity
Skin, mucous membranes, connective tissue, nervous system.
🤝 Complementary
Arnica Montana (for trauma and shock), Hypericum Perforatum (for nerve injuries), Belladonna (for acute inflammation and fever).
🛡️ Antidotes
Camphor, Arsenicum Album.
⚠️Important Cautions
While generally safe, large doses of the tincture may cause nausea and vomiting. Always consult a qualified homeopath for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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