Homeopathic remedies are prescribed on the principal that 'like cures like', in a tiny dilution, if any of Homeopathic drug causes symptoms in a healthy person, similar to those caused by any disease in a sick person, than that particular drug is used to treat that disease.
Nux Vomica is the major digestive remedy used by homoeopaths. Nux Vomica contains the alkaloids, Strychnine and Brucine, and a glucoside Loganin, caffeotannic acid and a trace of copper. The pulp of the fruit contains about 5 per cent of loganin together with the alkaloid strychnicine. The properties of Nux Vomica are substantially those of the alkaloid Strychnine.
Nux vomica is often given for extreme over-sensitivity, anger and irritability, Itching in ear through Eustachian tube. It is a Homeopathic remedy for digestive complaints like indigestion, vomiting, diarrhea, cramps and constipation. It can also be used for colds and headaches,Vertigo, with momentary loss of consciousness, Irritable bladder, Renal colic extending to genitals, Dysmenorrhœa, Irregular Menses, etc.
Nux vomica should not be used by pregnant women, and is also not recommended for children in higher doses, due to its toxicity. In higher doses, nux vomica has predominantly neurological effects, and may cause painful seizures, spasms, difficulty breathing, dizziness and confusion; hence it should only be administered under the guidance of a qualified Homeopath.
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