Dosage

For the dosage of potassium phosphate as Schuessler salt, the homeopathic potencies D6 and D12 have proven to be particularly effective. In most cases, several tablets should be taken throughout the day, the exact amount depends on the severity of the clinical picture. In general: If an acute problem is to be treated, potassium phosphate is taken regularly until the desired degree of improvement has been achieved.

For this purpose, a higher potency such as D12 is usually used. For a constitutional change, i.e. a treatment to change certain personal or psychological complaints, a lower potency such as D6 is usually used. In addition, regular intake, preferably also at certain times, should be taken with special care.

It should also be noted that it should not be taken directly with meals, but always about 30 minutes apart. It is also not recommended to take it at night, because the stimulating effect on the nervous system can cause sleep disorders as an undesirable side effect. Our next article might also be interesting for you: Schüssler Salt No. 13: Potassium arsenicosum

Effect

The active principle of the Schüssler salts is to compensate a deficiency of a certain substance by targeted intake. This principle is in contrast to homeopathy, where certain symptoms are treated with substances that (would) cause the same symptoms.Potassium Phosphoricum is supposed to compensate for a deficiency of this salt, or more precisely of the individual components potassium and phosphate. Potassium is an element that occurs throughout the body.

It is responsible for maintaining the concentration of particles in the blood and cells (“osmotic pressure”). Potassium is also of particular importance in muscle and nerve cells, as it is fundamental for the transmission of excitation. This explains its strong influence on nerve and muscle tissue.

Phosphate is involved in various biochemical reactions. These include above all those that serve to build up an energy storage system in the body cell. Undesirable side effects can be sleep disorders, especially when taken in the evening. People who already suffer from cardiac arrhythmia (due to high potassium levels) or kidney stones (due to high phosphate levels) should use this salt with caution.