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Helonias Dioica

False Unicorn Root, Unicorn Root

Potencies: 6C, 30C, 200C, 1M
Thermal: Chilly
Miasm: Primarily Sycotic and Psoric, with some Syphilitic miasmatic influence in chronic cases.
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About

Helonias Dioica is a powerful remedy for female reproductive complaints, particularly those associated with uterine atony, prolapse, and a feeling of dragging down. It is indicated when there is a general sense of weakness and exhaustion, especially in women who are overworked or have been through repeated pregnancies.

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Keynotes

Dragging-down sensation in pelvis, uterine atony, prolapse, nervous exhaustion with irritability, itching of vulva, kidney symptoms.

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Constitution

Indicated for women who are overworked, run down, or have had many pregnancies. They often feel physically and mentally exhausted, irritable, and have a sense of dragging or bearing down in the pelvic region.

🤒Symptoms Profile

General Symptoms

Uterine atony, prolapse of uterus and ovaries, dragging down sensation, leucorrhea, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, menorrhagia, itching of vulva, irritability, nervousness, exhaustion, desire for sweets, backache, kidney irritation

Mental Symptoms

Irritable, nervous, despondent, feels weak and weary, dreads work, sensitive to noise, loquacious, desire to be busy but too weak to do anything, dwells on past unpleasant occurrences.

Physical Symptoms

Dragging or bearing-down sensation in the pelvis, uterus feels heavy, prolapse of uterus and ovaries, leucorrhea (white or yellowish discharge), itching of the vulva and vagina, dysmenorrhea with heavy flow, amenorrhea, menorrhagia, backache, aching in kidneys, frequent urination, burning in urethra, diabetes mellitus with sugar in urine, constipation, itching of anus.

Uses

Female reproductive disorders, uterine prolapse, ovarian prolapse, leucorrhea, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, menorrhagia, itching vulva, kidney irritation, nervous exhaustion, general debility, diabetes (as a supportive remedy).

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Modalities

Worse from motion, exertion, touch, standing. Better from rest, lying down.

💊Dosage Information

Available Potencies

6C, 30C, 200C, 1M

Recommended Dosage

Generally taken in 30C or 200C potency. Dosage varies depending on the acuteness and severity of symptoms. For chronic conditions, a higher potency may be prescribed less frequently. For acute conditions, lower potencies may be used more often.

🔗Relationships & Affinities

🫀 Organ Affinity

Female reproductive organs (uterus, ovaries), kidneys, nervous system, skin.

🤝 Complementary

Sepia, Pulsatilla, Lilium tigrinum, Calcarea carbonica.

🛡️ Antidotes

Camphor, Arsenicum album, Lachesis.

⚠️Important Cautions

Use with caution in pregnant women, consult a healthcare professional. If symptoms persist or worsen, seek medical advice.

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