How to Treat Diarrhea with Homeopathy
Diarrhea is characterized byfrequent, waterybowel movements. It becomes chronic when it lasts longer than 2 to 3 weeks.
There can be various causes.
- Traveler’s diarrhea caused by exposure to germs to which the body is not accustomed.
- Foodborne illness.
- Diarrhea caused by overeating.
- Viral diarrhea (outbreaks of gastroenteritis).
- Diarrhea caused by antibiotic treatment.
Description of the Homeopathic Anti-Diarrhea Kit
Unpleasant tension in the abdomen, abdominal cramps... All these symptoms ofdiarrhea arepainful and can make it very difficult to carry out our social and professional activities as usual.
Acute diarrheabegins suddenly and lasts for a short time. If it persists for more than four days, it is best to consult a doctor. Most cases ofacute diarrheaare caused by bacterial or viralinfections.
Chronic diarrheais characterized by loose stools over an extended period and results from inflammatory bowel disease, malabsorption, irritable bowel syndrome, or hyperthyroidism.
Discover our homeopathic kit to effectively treat diarrhea and abdominal cramp-related pain:
- Arsenicum album 9ch: foul-smelling stools, painful abdomen. 3 granules every hour until improvement
- Carbo vegetabilis 9ch: diarrhea with bloating and abdominal pain. 3 granules every hour until improvement
- Ipeca 9ch: diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Take 3 granules every hour until improvement is seen
- Podophyllum 9ch: profuse, forceful diarrhea. 3 granules every hour until improvement
- Lycopodium 9ch: diarrhea caused by seafood. 3 granules every hour until improvement
- Dulcamara 9ch: Diarrhea following a chill. 3 granules every hour until improvement
Contents of the homeopathic anti-diarrhea kit
Thehomeopathic anti-diarrhea kit contains 6 tubes of granules: 1 tube of Arsenicum album 5ch granules, 1 Carbo vegetabilis 5ch, 1 Ipeca 5ch, 1 Podophyllum 5ch, 1 Lycopodium 5ch, 1 Dulcamara 7ch
Homeopathic remedy kits consist ofready-to-use combinations of homeopathic treatments. They are easy to use because they are designed to treat a specific problem. They come in various forms and are distributed by several manufacturers.
Depending on availability, we supply homeopathic remedies from Boiron, Ferrier, or Lehning-Rocal.
Instructions for Using the Homeopathic Kit
Homeopathic medicines should preferably be taken between meals.
It is recommended to avoid strong flavors (such as mint or coffee).
How to treat diarrhea with homeopathic granules?
Let the granules dissolve under the tongue.
- Arsenicum album 9ch: 3 granules every hour until improvement is seen
- Carbo vegetabilis 9ch: 3 granules every hour until improvement
- Ipeca 9ch: 3 granules every hour until improvement
- Podophyllum 9ch: 3 granules every hour until improvement
- Lycopodium 9ch: 3 granules every hour until improvement
- Dulcamara 9ch: 3 granules every hour until improvement
Properties of the homeopathic kit
- Carbo vegetabilisrelieves digestive, respiratory, and skin disorders thanks to its absorbent properties. Vegetable charcoal helps combat bloating and abdominal pain.
- Arsenicum Album: This homeopathic remedy is recommended fordiarrheacaused by spoiled food or contaminated water
- Ipeca is a homeopathic remedy that is ideal for treating gastrointestinal disorders such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
- Podophyllum peltatumis a homeopathic remedy primarily indicated for the treatment ofgastrointestinal disorders. Generally, the remedy is recommended to treat individuals suffering from diarrhea.
- Lycopodium clavatum can relieve colic and diarrhea, as this homeopathic remedy is recommended for treating flatulence and bloating.
- Dulcamara is a homeopathic remedy used in gastroenterology to treat diarrhea caused by exposure to cold and dampness.
Precautions
Due to the presence of lactose, this medication should not be used in cases of galactosemia, glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome, or lactose deficiency.For those with lactose intolerance,granules and doses can be prepared using sucrose. If you would like lactose-free tubes or doses, please contact our compounding department.
- Do not consume astringent substances(coffee, tobacco, camphor, mint, and chamomile) within half an hour before taking the granules or globules. Use a mint-free toothpaste.
- For children: Forchildren under 6 years of age, dissolve the granules in 100 ml of water.
- Since the granules take a long time to dissolve, you should prepare the mixture in advance.
- For pregnant women:Homeopathic medicines have no chemical toxicity, no contraindications, no interactions with other medications, and no adverse effects related to the amount ingested.
- Store homeopathic medicines away from light, heat, moisture, and any sources of fumes or fragrances.
- What to do if there is no improvement within 24 hours: Certain conditions cannot be treated with homeopathy through self-medication alone. Their severity requires medical advice, which can be provided by a homeopathic or allopathic physician. This physician will determine whether your condition can be treated with homeopathy alone or if your treatment should be supplemented with allopathic medicine.
If your symptoms persist, consult your doctor or homeopath.
Advice from your pharmacist:
- If you have diarrhea, it’sbest to stay warm, place a hot water bottle on your stomach if possible, and stay hydrated by drinking small amounts of water or herbal tea frequently.
- Remember to wash your hands frequently to avoid spreading the infection to others.
- If there is no improvement after 24 hours, do not hesitate to see a doctor to prevent dehydration.
- Infants and young children withdiarrhea should be given an oral rehydration solutionto replace lost fluids and electrolytes.
- Adjust your diet: avoid dairy products, raw vegetables, and raw fruit, and eat carrots, rice, bananas, and raw apples.