Also known as phytolac, Indian spinach or American grape, phytolacca decandra is a plant in the phytolacaceae family. Native to North America, this very perennial plant can reach a height of 2.5 m or more. About 10 to 15 cm long, its leaves have a reddish petiole while its flowers are white and tinged with pink. The juice of its black fruits when ripe is very toxic and is similar to wine. This plant is entirely used for the preparation of the remedy Phytolacca Decandra. This homeopathic remedy can in principle alleviate mammary gland disorders. But it is also used in the treatment of painful periods, chronic rheumatism, tonsillitis, etc.
Phytolacca Decandra is prescribed for painful periods, periods that are not very heavy or too heavy, late, absent, etc. This medication is also effective in relieving PMS such as breast swelling, frequent migraines, nausea, nervousness, etc. Thus, to alleviate these menstrual cycle disorders as well as premenstrual syndromes, it is recommended to take 3 granules of Phytolacca Decandra 5CH every morning and evening from the beginning of the discomfort until it disappears. In case of persistence, other remedies such as Natrum sulfuricum, Lachesis Muta, Opium, etc., must be added to the treatment.
In addition, women, who are breastfeeding but whose breasts sometimes become very hard and swollen with cracking of the nipples, can be relieved with Phytolacca Decandra. Inflammation of the ovaries can also be treated with this remedy.
Phytolacca decandra treats follicular pharyngitis, gingivitis, tonsillitis followed by a dry cough and rhinitis. It is also used to relieve people suffering from tonsillitis, bronchitis, adenitis, etc. Sensations of a lump in the throat accompanied by pain in the ears preventing the patient from drinking hot liquid and bad breath due to prolonged dryness of the throat can also be treated with Phytolacca Decandra.
To treat bronchitis, angina and rhinitis, it is advisable to take Phytolacca Decandra 7CH in 5 granules, once or twice a day, until the infection disappears. For swollen tonsils and dry throat, 3 granules of Phytolacca Decandra 9CH should be taken three times a day.
Remedyfor rheumatism
Phytolacca Decandra is an effective remedy for alleviating chronic rheumatism. It also helps fight muscle pain and certain bone diseases. To do this, you should take a dose of 5 granules of Phytolacca Decandra 9CH per day.
Remedy for infections
In case of breast abscesses, with or without suppuration, it is indicated to take Phytolacca Decandra 5CH three times a day. Diphtheria and nephritis, which manifest themselves as a discoloration and a trace of blood in the urine, are also treated with this homeopathic remedy. In addition, this remedy helps fight against several other infectious diseases such as stomatitis, herpes, prostatitis, influenza, eczema, adenitis, etc. For example, the flu can be treated by taking Phytolacca Decandra 7CH, or 9 CH if it is followed by fever, two or three times a day.
Phytolacca Decandra in paediatrics
Phytolacca Decandra provides relief for children during the teething period who want to bite or chew something. Thus, to alleviate teething pain, the baby should be given a scoop of Phytolacca Decandra 15CH before dinner. If the pain is too great, you should give him 5 granules of Phytolacca Decandra 9CH three times a day. This medication can also be used to treat certain cases of fever where the child has chills and aches and pains all over the body. Women who are breastfeeding but lack breast milk can use Phytolacca Decandra. The latter can also be administered to a child who does not eat properly and whose belly is bloated.
