The homeopathic remedy Colocynthis is made from the coloquinte. It is the fruits of this creeping plant, mainly grown in the Mediterranean, that are dried out and serve as raw material for the manufacture of this homeopathic remedy. The mother tincture extracted from the dried pulp of the coloquinte undergoes several dilutions in order to eliminate its toxicity. Agitated and then energized, it is then made effective for the homeopathic treatment of several diseases. Colocynthis helps to soothe abdominal pain and treat gastrointestinal, neurological, gynecological, kidney and urinary disorders.
Indications in gastroenterology
Stomach aches can be relieved by Colocynthis. The same is true for abdominal pain caused by hepatic colic, which is usually not relieved by pressure, movement or food consumption.
Indications in neurology
Colocynthis is an effective treatment for sciatic pain that is intensified by rest but alleviated by high pressure and heat. This homeopathic remedy also calms the pain caused by facial neuralgia. It is especially recommended if the neurological pain is located on the left side of the face and in the eyeballs. In addition, taking Colocynthis is also recommended in case of cramps.
Indications in nephrology and urology
Thanks to a course of Colocynthis, it is possible to treat the pain caused by renal colic, which usually causes the patient to feel like a stab in the lower part of his back. Urinary problems manifested by overly coloured urine or a frequent urge to urinate can also be treated with this remedy.
Colocynthis is used in gynecology to alleviate menstrual pain. It is also recommended in case of unilateral headaches of high intensity. It can also be combined with other homeopathic remedies to treat chest pain as well as certain respiratory disorders.
Recommended dosage in gastroenterology
In case of severe abdominal pain or hepatic colic, take 5 grains of Colocynthis 7 CH or 9 CH every half hour until the spasms subside. If the patient is not very sensitive to the remedy, a higher dilution would be advised. And in the event that the drug is to be administered to an infant, it must first be diluted in water and left to rest for about ten minutes.
Neurology Recommended Dosage
People with neuralgia should take 5 granules of Colocynthis 15 CH or 30 CH, 6 times a day. Treatment should only be stopped when the pain caused by the disease is relieved.
Recommended dosage in nephrology and urology
To relieve kidney pain and treat urinary diseases, put 5 granules of 15 CH under the tongue every half hour. The medication will be taken more widely apart as the symptoms disappear.
The
dose prescribed for dysmenorrhea will be the same as that indicated for kidney pain. But, the dosage of Colocynthis to be used to treat other conditions depends on the patient's condition and the severity of their condition. It is therefore always advisable to consult a homeopath before using this remedy. It should be noted, however, that the intake of Colocynthis granules must be done at a distance from meal times. Tobacco, mint and spice-based foods should also be avoided throughout the treatment.
