THE HOMEOPATHIC FIRST AID KITWherever we go injuries and minor ailments keep following us and strike us sometimes at the most unexpected time. There
are many homeopathic remedies that will safely and effectively take care of such
problems. It would be wise to keep homeopathic first aid remedies at home and
carry them with you whenever you are traveling. The following injuries can be treated
safely with homeopathic medicines: Bruises:
Arnica 30 C would help relieve the pain and swelling which appear
after a fall or an injury. Abrasions
& Lacerations: Calendula 30 C may be used to help in the healing of the wound and
prevent infection. Calendula Q
(external) may be diluted with sterile water and used for cleaning and dressing
the wound. When there are injuries to parts that are supplied with a lot of
sensory nerves (like the tips of the fingers), Hypericum 200C will relieve the pain and soothe the inflamed tissue. Sprains:
Apply ice to the part for at least 15 minutes. This will lessen the pain and
swelling of the joint. Rhus toxicodendron
200 C should be taken internally to cause early healing. Burns:
Put the burnt part under flowing tap water. This will cool the tissues and
prevent the deeper tissues from being damaged. Cantharis
200 C given internally will help heal the skin and soothe the burning pains. It
is also known to prevent blisters if taken immediately on being burnt. Cantharis
Q (external) may be diluted with sterile water and used for cleaning and
dressing the wound. Bone
injuries: For superficial
injuries involving the periosteum, Ruta
30 C should be taken internally. If you suspect a fracture of the bone, try to
immobilize the part by splinting the limb, and rush to your doctor. The bone may
need to be set or if there has been severe injury and displacement of the bone
fragments, surgery may be required. At the same time you should take Symphytum
30 C. Calcarea phosphorica 6x is a
biochemic remedy that helps in the repair of bones. Insect
bites and pin/needle pricks:
Wash the part with soap and take Ledum
30 C. Bee
stings: Apis 200 C will reduce the redness, swelling and burning of
the part. The
dose
is 3 pills to be kept under the tongue 3 or 4 times daily. External applications
may be diluted in sterile water and used as a dressing. If symptoms persist or
seem to get worse, it would be wise to consult your physician.
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