About
Filix Mas is a homeopathic remedy prepared from the rhizome of the Male Fern. It is a specific and powerful remedy for expelling tapeworms and other intestinal parasites. It also addresses symptoms arising from the toxic effects of these parasites, such as severe digestive and nervous system disturbances.
Keynotes
Specific for tapeworm, violent abdominal griping and tenesmus, profound weakness and prostration, symptoms worse in the morning
Constitution
Often suited to children or individuals suffering from parasitic infestation, characterized by pallor, weakness, dark circles under eyes, and irritability.
🤒Symptoms Profile
● General Symptoms
Severe abdominal colic, violent tenesmus, itching at the anus, vertigo, dim vision, debility, convulsions, pale face with blue rings around eyes
● Mental Symptoms
Anxiety, restlessness, irritability, mental confusion, dullness of mind, inability to concentrate
● Physical Symptoms
Severe, griping abdominal pain, tenesmus (ineffectual urge to stool), itching at the anus and nose, pale face with dark circles, vertigo, dim or blurred vision, convulsive twitching, cold extremities
Uses
Expulsion of tapeworms and intestinal parasites, abdominal colic and cramps, nervous exhaustion from parasitic infestation, convulsions, visual disturbances
Modalities
Worse: In the morning, from motion, from cold. Better: From rest, from warmth.
💊Dosage Information
Available Potencies
Mother Tincture, 6C, 30C, 200C, 1M
Recommended Dosage
Typically used in low potencies (e.g., Mother Tincture, 6C, 30C) for acute parasitic conditions. A single high potency (200C or 1M) may be used, followed by observation. Should be prescribed by a qualified practitioner.
🔗Relationships & Affinities
🫀 Organ Affinity
Digestive system (intestines, liver), Nervous system, Eyes
🤝 Complementary
Cina, Spigelia, Teucrium
🛡️ Antidotes
Chamomilla, Mercurius, Pulsatilla
⚠️Important Cautions
Not for long-term constitutional use. Should be used specifically for parasitic conditions under professional guidance. Overuse can cause side effects. Not a substitute for conventional diagnosis and treatment of parasitic infections.
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