About
Rumex Crispus is a key homeopathic remedy primarily known for its profound action on the respiratory tract, especially a persistent, tickling cough. It is also a significant remedy for various skin conditions and neuralgic pains. Its guiding symptom is a cough triggered by the slightest inhalation of cool air.
Keynotes
Cough from slightest inhalation of cold air, must cover mouth; Tickling in throat-pit; Itching of skin, worse from undressing/uncovering; Stitching pains extending to distant parts.
Constitution
Often thin, chilly, and sensitive individuals, especially children and the elderly. Those prone to respiratory issues and skin ailments.
🤒Symptoms Profile
● General Symptoms
Tickling cough worse from cold air, rawness and soreness in larynx and trachea, itching skin eruptions, stitching pains in chest, diarrhea from cold drinks, sensitivity to uncovering.
● Mental Symptoms
Anxiety, especially about health; Irritability; Sadness; Mental dullness; Fear of people.
● Physical Symptoms
Cough with tickling in throat-pit, worse from cold air; Rawness and soreness in larynx and trachea; Itching skin, worse on undressing; Stitching pains in chest, extending to right shoulder; Loose, watery diarrhea after cold drinks.
Uses
Dry, tickling coughs, laryngitis, tracheitis, bronchitis, allergic coughs, pruritus (itching), urticaria, neuralgic pains, diarrhea.
Modalities
Worse: From cold air, uncovering, deep inspiration, lying on left side, evening and night. Better: From warmth, covering mouth, wrapping up.
💊Dosage Information
Available Potencies
6C, 30C, 200C, 1M, 10M, 50M, CM
Recommended Dosage
Typically 30C to 200C potency, repeated based on symptom intensity. For acute coughs, 30C every 2-4 hours. High potencies for chronic conditions under professional guidance.
🔗Relationships & Affinities
🫀 Organ Affinity
Respiratory system (larynx, trachea, bronchi), Skin, Mucous membranes of throat and intestines.
🤝 Complementary
Bryonia, Phosphorus, Sulphur
🛡️ Antidotes
Camphora, Nux Vomica
⚠️Important Cautions
Not for coughs with thick, loose expectoration. Avoid in low potencies if symptoms match. Professional consultation advised for chronic conditions.
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