How to Use Homeopathic Remedies
The homeopathic philosophy of health remedies is "like cures like." What this means is every ingredient that you take in a homeopathic remedy may actually contain the tiniest amount of diluted properties of the illness that you are trying to cure. Considering the nature of these types of treatments it is highly advisable to learn how to use homeopathic remedies correctly.
Homeopathic Products
Get familiar with the varieties of homeopathic products so you have a clear understanding of what a homeopathic doctor is prescribing or any instructions about taking the medication. Generally, homeopathic products are taken as liquid dilutions, tablets, pills, pellets and tinctures.
Identify whether you are using a low or high potency remedy. Remedies often call for single medication tinctures. These are made of a base homeopathic medication consisting of alcohol or lactose in varying grades of potency's. The potency rating of the remedy will be marked with a C or an X and a number. Letters represent the strength of the medication. C is considered a medium potency, while X is a lower potency remedy. Higher numbers following the potency rating indicate stronger medications over all.
Taking Homeopathic Remedies
Take your homeopathic remedy according to instructions and touch the remedy the least amount possible. Ideally a pill or tablet should be placed in the mouth by tipping the pill from the palm of your hand directly into your mouth. The tablet should be left in your mouth to dissolve under your tongue or be sucked. Never swallow pills or tablets. If you accidentally drop them, you should immediately discard them and get new uncontaminated tablets. Do not brush your teeth, drink or eat for a minimum of twenty minutes after taking the remedy.
Use homeopathic remedies according to how acute or urgent the condition or illness is. For extreme conditions the remedy should be given frequently and for those illnesses of a lesser nature or when signs of improvement occur the remedy should be taken to a lesser degree.
Discontinuing Treatment
Give fewer remedies when symptoms improve and stop taking remedies when a patient has recovered. Taking medications after a patient has been cured is not advisable because it could bring the symptoms back.