About
Equisetum Hyemale is a prominent homeopathic remedy primarily used for urinary tract disorders. It is especially indicated for severe, dull, aching pain in the kidneys and bladder, and for conditions involving urinary incontinence, particularly in children. Its action is centered on the genitourinary system.
Keynotes
Constant desire to urinate with severe dull aching in bladder and kidneys; bedwetting, especially with dreams of urination; sensation as if bladder were not emptied.
Constitution
Often suited to children, especially those with a history of bedwetting. Also useful for adults, particularly women, with chronic urinary weakness and dragging pains.
🤒Symptoms Profile
● General Symptoms
Severe dull aching in kidneys and bladder, constant desire to urinate, nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting), painful urination with sensation of bladder not being empty, vesical tenesmus, dragging in bladder region
● Mental Symptoms
Irritability, especially from urinary suffering; anxiety and restlessness associated with bladder discomfort; dreams of urination leading to bedwetting.
● Physical Symptoms
Dull, heavy, aching pain in kidneys and bladder region; constant urging to urinate with little result; nocturnal enuresis; dragging sensation in bladder; pain in ureters; vesical tenesmus.
Uses
Nocturnal enuresis, cystitis, dull aching kidney pain, urinary incontinence, vesical tenesmus, irritable bladder, chronic urinary disorders
Modalities
Worse: From motion, pressure on bladder, urination. Better: After urination (though sensation of incomplete emptying remains), from rest.
💊Dosage Information
Available Potencies
6C, 30C, 200C, 1M, Q (Mother Tincture)
Recommended Dosage
Typically 30C potency, repeated as needed. For chronic cases, higher potencies like 200C or 1M may be used infrequently. Lower potencies (6C, 12C) can be used for more frequent dosing in acute conditions.
🔗Relationships & Affinities
🫀 Organ Affinity
Kidneys, bladder, ureters, urinary tract, genitourinary system.
🤝 Complementary
Cantharis, Sepia, Causticum
🛡️ Antidotes
Camphora, Nux vomica
⚠️Important Cautions
Should not be used as a substitute for proper diagnosis of serious kidney or bladder pathology. Use under the guidance of a qualified homeopath. Avoid in pregnancy unless prescribed.
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