About
Derived from the turmeric root, this remedy is known for its liver-affinity and anti-inflammatory properties. Primarily used for jaundice, liver disorders, and skin conditions with yellow discoloration.
Keynotes
Yellow discoloration of skin/eyes, better from rubbing, worse from pressure/pressure bandages, burning pains, aggravation from alcohol
Constitution
Iritable, anxious patients with liver disorders; yellowish complexion tendency; worse from suppressed emotions
🤒Symptoms Profile
● General Symptoms
Jaundice, yellow skin, liver pain, indigestion, flatulence, skin eruptions, burning sensations
● Mental Symptoms
Irritability, anxiety, restlessness, especially when ill; desire for constant motion
● Physical Symptoms
Pain in right hypochondrium (liver region), jaundice (yellow skin/eyes/urine), burning in stomach, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, skin eruptions (yellowish), rheumatic pain in joints
Uses
Hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, gallstones, loss of appetite, bilious colic, rheumatic pain, acne with yellow discharge
Modalities
Aggravations: Worse from pressure, alcohol, rich food; better from rubbing, warmth
💊Dosage Information
Available Potencies
6C, 30C, 200C, 1M
Recommended Dosage
3-5 drops of tincture or 1-2 tablets in 30C potency, 2-3 times daily. Acute cases: hourly until improvement
🔗Relationships & Affinities
🫀 Organ Affinity
Liver, gallbladder, skin, digestive system
🤝 Complementary
Chelidonium, Nux Vomica, Lycopodium
🛡️ Antidotes
Camphor (may neutralize effects)
⚠️Important Cautions
Avoid in acute liver failure without medical supervision; not for pregnancy without professional advice
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