Eczema is an inflammation of the skin, which can be of varying degrees and usually leads to itching and weeping. For eczema to be considered as such, the inflammation must not have been caused by an infectious pathogen. The location of eczema is very variable, typical sites are the face, scalp or hands.
Often the development is caused by an interaction of different factors. If the body’s own imbalance of the immune system is predominant, neurodermatitis, for example, can be the clinical picture. External factors that can cause eczema are e.g. contact allergies. For many eczemas, therapy can be started with homeopathic preparations.
These homeopathics are used
The following homeopathic remedies can be used for eczema:
- Acidum formicum
- Acidum hydrochloricum
- Anacardium
- Antimonium crudum
- Aristolochia
- Bellis perennis
- Cardiospermum
- Formica rufa
- Hepar sulfuris calcareum
When to use Acidum formicicum is used mainly for skin diseases such as eczema or hives. It can also be used for allergic symptoms. Effect The effect of the homeopathic remedy is based on a reduction of skin irritation.
Thus the itching can be relieved and the skin can begin to regenerate. Dosage The dosage of the homeopathic remedy is recommended with potencies D6 or D12 when used independently. When to use Acidum hydrochloricum can be used for hemorrhoids, burning of the anus and inflammation of the digestive system.
It can also be used to treat skin diseases such as eczema. Effect The homeopathic remedy has a regulating effect on the body’s immune system and has a regenerating effect on the skin. Dosage For the dosage of Acidum hydrochloricum the potencies D6 or D12 are suitable for the three times daily application of 3 globules.
When to use The homeopathic preparation Anacardium is used for disorders of the digestive tract, as well as behavioral disorders and eczema. Effect Anacardium is mainly used in cases of severe itching, as it has a calming effect on the skin. Dosage For the dosage three globules several times a day in potencies D6 or D12 are recommended.
When to use Antimonium crudum can be used for digestive problems such as nausea, diarrhea or heartburn, as well as for eczema and hives. Action The homeopathic remedy has an inhibitory effect on the inflammatory processes of the skin and stimulates the regeneration of the skin. It works especially well in dry eczema.
Dosage The potencies D6 or D12 are recommended several times a day for independent use of the homeopathic remedy. When to use The homeopathic Aristolochia is versatile. It can be used for menstrual or menopausal complaints, as well as for diseases of the mucous membranes or skin, e.g. eczema.
Effect Aristolochia acts on various metabolic processes of the body and boosts the body’s own immune system. Dosage The homeopathic preparation can be dosed with potencies D6 or D12 several times a day. When is it used The homeopathic preparation Bellis perennis is used mainly for muscle injuries or bone pain.
Eczema and wounds can also be treated with it. Action The homeopathic remedy exerts its effect on lesions of connective tissue. It promotes the healing of wounds and ensures the removal of destroyed tissue.
Dosage Bellis perennis can be used in eczema with potencies D6 or D12. When to use Cardiospermum is a versatile homeopathic remedy. It is used for allergic skin diseases, as well as eczema or insect bites, but also for rheumatism.
Effect The homeopathic remedy has a regulating effect on the body’s immune system and thus ensures faster healing of eczema on the skin. Dosage For the dosage of Cardiospermum the potencies D6 or D12 are recommended several times a day. When to use Formica rufa is used in eczema, rheumatological diseases, urinary tract infections or kidney inflammation.
Effect The homeopathic remedy has a local anti-inflammatory effect and additionally provides for a reduction of occurring pain.Dosage Formica rufa can be used in the treatment of eczema in potencies D6 or D12. When to use The versatile hepar sulfuris calcareum can be used in treatment of impetigo contagiosa, eczema, abscesses, sinusitis and respiratory infections. Effect In skin diseases, hepar sulfuris calcareum has a regulating effect on the inflammatory reaction and prevents progression of the inflammation with the formation of pus.
Dosage For eczema, the use of Hepar sulfuris calcareum with potencies D6 or D12 is recommended several times a day. When to use The homeopathic remedy Hydrocotyle asiatica may be used for skin diseases, such as eczema, and infections of the urinary tract or female reproductive organs (vagina inflammation). Effect The homeopathic drug has an anti-inflammatory effect and promotes the healing of skin lesions.
Dosage The use of Hydrocotyle asiatia is recommended in eczema with potencies D6 or D12 several times a day. When to use Mezereum is used for various skin diseases, such as shingles, eczema or chickenpox. It is also used for bone pain or toothache.
Effect The homeopathic remedy has an inhibiting effect on inflammatory processes and promotes the healing of skin wounds. It also reduces the pain that occurs. Dosage For the dosage of mezereum in eczema the potencies D6 or D12, adapted to the symptoms, are recommended several times.
When to use Sodium chloratum can be used for various diseases. These include eczema, inflammation of the stomach, and infections of the urinary tract and kidneys. Action The homeopathic remedy participates in various metabolic processes in the body and stimulates the regeneration of skin lesions.
Dosage Sodium chloratum can be used with potencies D6 or D12 with three globules several times a day. When to use The homeopathic preparation Xerophyllum is used for eczema, lack of concentration and typhus. Effect The effect of the homeopathic preparation is based on the promotion of the immune defence and a simultaneous reduction of the inflammatory reaction in the skin area. Dosage The dosage of Xerophyllum is recommended with potencies D6 or D12 in the treatment of eczema.
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