About
A homeopathic remedy prepared from the fresh seeds of the pumpkin plant, primarily used for intestinal worms and urinary disorders.
Keynotes
Indicated for worms with abdominal pain and nausea; urinary symptoms with burning and constrictive pain
Constitution
No strong constitutional picture; indicated for specific symptoms rather than personality types
🤒Symptoms Profile
● General Symptoms
Worms (especially roundworms), urinary symptoms, prostate issues, difficulty urinating, urethral irritation
● Mental Symptoms
Irritability due to physical discomfort; anxiety about urinary symptoms
● Physical Symptoms
Burning in urethra during urination; frequent urination with incomplete evacuation; abdominal pain from worms; prostate tenderness
Uses
Intestinal ascariasis, urinary retention, prostate enlargement, dysuria, urethritis, and urinary gravel
Modalities
Aggravations: Worse from pressure on abdomen, cold drinks. Ameliorations: Better from warmth, urination
💊Dosage Information
Available Potencies
6C, 30C, 200C, 1M
Recommended Dosage
30C potency: 3 pellets 3x daily for 7 days for worms; 200C for chronic urinary issues
🔗Relationships & Affinities
🫀 Organ Affinity
Urinary system, prostate, digestive tract
🤝 Complementary
Carbo veg, Nux vomica
🛡️ Antidotes
Thuja
⚠️Important Cautions
Not for tapeworms; confirm diagnosis of worms before use; avoid in pregnancy without professional guidance
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