Unfortunately, many people suffer from stomach aches, diarrhea or other digestive disorders. The inflammation of the intestines is one of the frequent triggers of these symptoms. It leads to an irritation of the mucous membranes in the intestine, which disturbs the intestinal function and nutrients can only be insufficiently absorbed.
The most common symptom here is diarrhea, which usually occurs several times a day. In addition, stomach aches or even cramps often occur. In some cases, intestinal inflammation can also be accompanied by constipation.
The main causes are viral infections or infections caused by bacteria, as well as autoimmune diseases. It is important that the two serious chronic inflammatory bowel diseases ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease are clarified. In addition, appendicitis should be ruled out in cases of acute severe pain associated with fever.
These homeopathics are used
The following homeopathics can be used in case of intestinal inflammation:
- Abies nigra
- Aethiops antimonialis
- Arsenicum album
- Baptisia
- Cantharis vesicatoria
- Quininum sulfuricum
- Condurango
- Mercurius corrosivus
- Myrica cerifera
- Podophyllum
When to use it: Abies nigra is versatile It can be used for intestinal inflammation or constipation, but is also used for earache and bleeding. Effect: The homeopathic remedy has a soothing effect on the intestinal mucosa. This can relieve symptoms such as frequent belching, nausea and vomiting, as well as pain.
Dosage: The application of Abies nigra is recommended with the potencies D6 or D12 with the three times daily intake of 5 globules. When to use: Aethiops antimonialis is a rather rarely used drug. It can be used for inflammations of the intestine or conjunctiva, as well as for the skin disease milk crust.
Effect: The homeopathic remedy has a regulating effect on inflammatory processes of mucous membranes. This can reduce inflammation-related symptoms such as pain and swelling. Dosage: The dosage of Aethiops antimonialis depends on the symptoms.
For acute pain, potency D3 may be useful, although in this case a prescription is required. When to use: Arsenicum album is a versatile homeopathic drug that can be used for diarrhea, vomiting and intestinal inflammation, as well as for sore throat, shingles and sleep disorders. Effect: Arsenicum album acts on many different metabolic processes.
It provides regulation of inflammatory processes and supports regeneration of damaged tissue. Dosage: In case of acute pain the homeopathic remedy can be applied in potency C6. This is only available on prescription and should be used for a maximum of one week.
Alternatively, the potencies D6 or D12 are available with the repeated intake of three globules. When to use: The possible uses of Aristolochia are very different: in addition to intestinal inflammation, it is also used for menopausal complaints or prostate inflammation. Effect: The effect of the homeopathic remedy consists of a regulation of transport processes in the body.
It also has a calming effect on the cramped intestinal muscles. Dosage: The dosage of Aristolochia can be taken in acute pain with the potency D6 with 3 globules several times a day, adjusted to the symptoms. When to use: The homeopathic remedy Baptisia works well for diarrhea and fever, but is also used for sore throat or other infections.
Effect: Baptisia has a very good effect on pain, as it can relieve it through various mechanisms. These include regulation of bowel movements and stool consistency. Dosage: Baptisia can be taken with potencies D6 or D12 with up to 3 globules several times a day.
When to use: Cantharis vesicatoria is mainly used in cases of inflammation of the urinary tract (urinary tract infection) or the bladder. Alternatively, it can also be used for intestinal inflammation or sunburn. Effect: The homeopathic remedy works well for burning pain, which may occur more frequently in the case of a disturbance of the acid-base balance in the context of intestinal inflammation.
Dosage: The globules of the homeopathic remedy can be used in the potencies D6 or D12 with three globules per intake.In case of acute pain, it can be taken up to ten times a day. When is it used: The versatile quininum sulfuricum is used for tinnitus, headaches, pain in the spine (back pain), as well as for intestinal inflammation. Effect: Chininum sulfuricum has a regulating effect on inflammatory processes.
It supports the immune system and at the same time leads to a reduction of pain. Dosage: The dosage of the homeopathic drug can be taken with potency C5 with a maximum of ten globules daily. The intake should not exceed one week.
When to use: The area of application of Condurango is rather small. It is preferably used in cases of inflammation of the intestines or torn mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract. Effect: The homeopathic agent Condurango has a regulating and regenerating effect on the walls of the digestive tract.
It promotes blood circulation and healing of lesions of mucous membranes. Dosage: The dosage of Condurango is recommended with the potencies D6 or D12 with three globules each several times a day. When to use: Mercurius sublimatus can be used for diarrhea or intestinal inflammation, as well as for various infections, including gonorrhea.
Effect: The homeopathic remedy has a soothing effect on existing pain. It inhibits the inflammatory processes in the mucous membrane and ensures regeneration of the damaged tissue. Dosage: For the dosage of Mercurius sublimatus the potencies D6 or D12 are recommended.
Three globules can be taken several times a day. When is it used: The homeopathic drug Myrica cerifera is used for intestinal inflammation, diarrhea, loss of appetite, as well as liver damage and the associated jaundice. Effect: Myrica cerifera has an alleviating effect on intestinal inflammations and existing pain.
It leads to a reduction of the feeling of fullness and has a regulating effect on the intestinal muscles. Dosage: The homeopathic remedy can be dosed with the potencies D3 or D6 with three globules up to five times a day. When to use: The homeopathic agent Podophyllum is mainly used for intestinal inflammation associated with vomiting, diarrhea and colic.
Effect: The effect of Podophyllum is based on a regulation of peristalsis, i.e. the movement of the intestine or the forward movement of the intestinal contents. Thus vomiting and diarrhea can be reduced. Dosage: The application of Podophyllum is recommended with the potencies D6 or D12 with the intake of 3 globules several times a day.
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