Opium

Other term

Opium poppy

Use of opium for the following diseases in homeopathy

  • Irritant states of the central nervous system
  • Conditions after concussion
  • Strokeand
  • Skull Injuries
  • Tendency of the smooth musculature to cramp
  • Senile dementia
  • Depressions
  • Arteriosclerosis

Use of opium for the following symptoms

  • Chronic constipation

Side effect of opium

For effective pain relief, the usual stronger doses are required.

  • Opium affects the entire nervous system
  • Initial EuphoriaVibrancyDizzinessInsomnia
  • Later drowsinessSomnolenceDexterityReflexivity and elevated sensation of pain
  • Face hot, red, sweaty, bluish
  • Twitching, trembling and cramping of muscles in arms and legs
  • Initial salivation, later dry mouth
  • Lower jaw hangs down without tension
  • Dry, stubborn constipation

Active Organs

  • Central and autonomic nervous system
  • Meninges
  • Vascular nerves
  • Smooth and cross-striped musculature

Usual dosage

Usual: Up to D5 only available on prescription!

  • Drops of opium D4, D6, D12 to D60
  • Ampoules Opium D4, D6, D12 and higher
  • Globules Opium D12, D60