About
Morbillinum is a homeopathic nosode prepared from the measles virus. It is used both as a prophylactic against measles and as a therapeutic remedy to treat the after-effects or sequelae of the disease. It is also employed for conditions that arise after suppressed measles.
Keynotes
Remedy for the effects and sequelae of measles; used when measles has been suppressed or fails to erupt properly; profound weakness and susceptibility after measles; prophylactic use during epidemics.
Constitution
Individuals with a history of severe or suppressed measles; children or adults suffering from chronic ailments that began after measles; those with low vitality following acute exanthems.
🤒Symptoms Profile
● General Symptoms
Coryza, photophobia, harsh cough, fever, skin eruptions, post-measles weakness, sequelae of measles
● Mental Symptoms
Restlessness, irritability, dullness of mind, mental prostration following illness, difficulty concentrating.
● Physical Symptoms
Profuse, watery coryza; intense photophobia; harsh, barking, croupy cough; fever with marked prostration; fine, blotchy, red rash that may not develop properly; post-measles weakness and susceptibility to other illnesses; complications affecting lungs, ears, and eyes.
Uses
Prophylaxis for measles, treatment of measles, post-measles complications, conditions following suppressed measles, bronchitis, pneumonia, otitis media, conjunctivitis, encephalitis following measles.
Modalities
Aggravation: From light (photophobia), cold air, during measles. Amelioration: From rest, darkness, proper eruption of the rash.
💊Dosage Information
Available Potencies
30C, 200C, 1M, 10M, 50M, CM
Recommended Dosage
For prophylaxis: a single dose of 200C or 1M during an epidemic. For treatment: infrequent doses (e.g., 30C or 200C) repeated only as needed based on symptom return. High potencies for deep-seated sequelae.
🔗Relationships & Affinities
🫀 Organ Affinity
Respiratory system (lungs, bronchi), skin, mucous membranes (eyes, nose, throat), nervous system.
🤝 Complementary
Pulsatilla, Sulphur, Bryonia, Euphrasia
🛡️ Antidotes
Camphora, strong coffee
⚠️Important Cautions
Should not be used as a substitute for conventional measles vaccination without careful consideration. Use with caution in very low potencies frequently, as it may provoke a proving. Best prescribed based on clear indications of measles sequelae or for prophylaxis.
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