About
Dulcamara is derived from the woody vine Solanum dulcamara. It is a deeply acting polychrest remedy indicated for conditions arising from exposure to cold, damp weather, especially after suppression of skin eruptions or catarrhal affections.
Keynotes
Aggravation from cold, damp weather; skin affections appearing after suppression of eruptions; paralysis or weakness following dampness; urticaria and itching worse in warmth; thick, green, mucus discharge.
Constitution
Individuals who are sensitive to cold and dampness, prone to skin eruptions and respiratory catarrhs. Often have a sluggish constitution and may be prone to melancholy or irritability.
🤒Symptoms Profile
● General Symptoms
Skin eruptions, acne, warts, eczema, urticaria, itching, dryness, heat, respiratory catarrhs, cough, coryza, diarrhea, urinary complaints, rheumatism, neuralgia, stiffness, numbness, paralysis, weakness, thirst, fever, chills, sweating, drowsiness, melancholy, vertigo, headache
● Mental Symptoms
Melancholy, sadness, weeping, irritability, indifference, drowsiness, absent-mindedness, fear of being alone, tendency to be obstinate.
● Physical Symptoms
Skin: dry, rough, itchy, eruptions that are red, inflamed, vesicular, pustular, or scaly; acne on face and chest; warts; urticaria; herpes. Respiratory: coryza with thick, green discharge; dry, hacking cough; bronchitis; asthma. Gastrointestinal: watery, green diarrhea; nausea; vomiting. Musculoskeletal: rheumatic pains, stiffness, numbness, weakness, paralysis, especially in damp weather. Urinary: increased urination, burning, difficult urination. General: thirst, fever with chills and sweating, vertigo, headache.
Uses
Skin conditions (eczema, acne, warts, herpes, urticaria), respiratory complaints (coryza, cough, bronchitis, asthma), gastrointestinal issues (diarrhea, nausea), rheumatic pains, urinary tract infections, neurological disorders (paralysis, neuralgia), menstrual irregularities, fever with chills and sweating.
Modalities
Aggravations: cold, damp weather, exposure to cold, getting wet, suppressed skin eruptions, warmth of the bed, evening. Ameliorations: dry weather, warm dry air, continued motion, eating.
💊Dosage Information
Available Potencies
6C, 30C, 200C, 1M, 10M
Recommended Dosage
30C or 200C for acute conditions, 1M or higher for chronic conditions. Dosage frequency depends on the severity and acuteness of symptoms. Typically 1-3 doses per day for acute, and once a week or less for chronic.
🔗Relationships & Affinities
🫀 Organ Affinity
Skin, Respiratory system, Mucous membranes, Nervous system, Kidneys, Joints.
🤝 Complementary
Rhus-toxicodendron, Sulphur, Hepar sulphuris.
🛡️ Antidotes
Camphor, Pulsatilla, Sulphur.
⚠️Important Cautions
Avoid in cases of acute dysentery or severe diarrhea with bloody stools. Use with caution in individuals with a history of severe allergic reactions. Monitor for paradoxical aggravation.
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