homeopathy header 3


Index For Homeopathy Remedies



Whilst by no means an exhaustive list or index. Here is an index for homeopathy remedies that are tried and tested and known to work.

Aconite:    Commonly known as monkshood, aconite is highly toxic. A nontoxic, diluted extract of aconite is used in homeopathy to treat symptoms similar to that of poison.

Allium cepa:    Commonly known as red onion, homeopathic physicians use a dilute extract of red onion to treat symptoms similar to that of red onion—watery eyes, burning, etc.

Apis:    Commonly known as the honeybee, apis as a homeopathic remedy is made from the body of the bee. It is used to treat symptoms similar to that of a bee sting—redness, swelling, etc.

Arnica:    Commonly known as the mountain daisy, arnica is used by homeopathic physicians to treat bruises, sprains, and strains.

Arsenicum album:    Also known as ars alb, arsenicum album is a diluted form of arsenic, a metallic poison. It is used by homeopathic physicians to treat symptoms similar to the effects of arsenic poisoning—dehydration, burning pain, etc.

Belladonna:    Commonly known as deadly knightshade, belladonna is used in homeopathy to treat symptoms of dry mouth, nausea, delirium, etc.

Bryonia:    Commonly known as wild hops, bryonia is used in homeopathy to treat vomiting, diarrhea, inflammation, etc.

Calcarea carbonica:    Also known as calcium carbonate or calc carb, it is used in homeopathy to treat symptoms of exhaustion, depression, and anxiety.

Cantharis:    Commonly known as Spanish fly, cantharis is used in homeopathy to treat conditions with symptoms of abdominal cramps, vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, etc.


Chamomilla:    Derived from German chamomile, it is used in homeopathy to treat irritability, impatience, etc. It is most often prescribed to children.

Ferrum phosphoricum:    Also known as ferrum phos or iron phosphate, it is used to treat symptoms of low energy and anemia.

Gelsemium:    Also known as yellow jasmine, it is used to treat conditions that effect vision, balance, though and locomotion.

Hepar sulphuris:    Derived from the inner layer of oyster shells, hepar sulphuris is used to treat infection.

Hypericum:    Commonly known as St. John's wort, hypericum is used to treat nerve damage.

Ignatia:    Derived from seeds of a plant, this homeopathic remedy is prescribed to treat conditions with symptoms such as headache, cramping, and tremors.

Ipecac:    Ipecac induces vomiting and causes gastrointestinal distress. Homeopaths prescribe it to treat similar symptoms.

Kali bichromicum:    Commonly known as potassium bichromate, kali bichromicum is a poison used also in textile dyes, wood stain, etc. Homeopaths use it to treat localized pain.

Lachesis:    Derived from the venom of the bushmaster snake, this homeopathic remedy is used to treat conditions that cause the same symptoms as the venom itself.

Ledum:    Also known as marsh tea, ledum is used to treat infections, most often from animal bites, stings, cuts, etc.

Lycopodium:    Commonly known as club moss, lycopodium is used to treat diarrhea, digestive upset, etc.

Mercurius vivus:    Also known as quicksilver, it is used to treat symptoms of sweats, shaking, nausea, etc.

Natrum muriaticum:    Commonly known as salt, it is used to treat conditions that cause excessive thirst and salt cravings.

Nux vomica:    It is used to treat symptoms caused by overeating and too much caffeine or alcohol.


Phosphorus:    It is used to treat symptoms of excessive thirst, fatigue, and nervousness.

Pulsatilla:    It is used to treat conditions that are accompanied by discharge, such as bedwetting, sinusitis, etc.

Rhus toxicodendron:    Commonly known as poison ivy, homeopaths use it to treat conditions with symptoms of fever, swollen glands, and restlessness.

Ruta:    It is used to treat conditions with bruising, such as tennis elbow, sciatica, etc.

Sepia:    Sepia is the discharge used by the cuttlefish (ink) to disappear from a predator. Homeopaths use sepia to treat symptoms of apathy and weakness. Along with a variety of mainly female complaints.

Silica:    Also called flint, silica is used by homeopaths to treat conditions that cause weakness, sweating, and sensitivity to cold.

Sulphur:    It is used to treat conditions with symptoms of itching, burning pains, and odor.




For more information about homeopathy use the navigation sidebar at the top right of this page.



General Caution

It is not the purpose of this site to recommend, or otherwise, the use of homeopathy. It is for information only. Anyone considering the use of homeopathy, for any condition, is strongly advised to consult a trained Homeopath and/or your general physician prior to embarking on such a course.

copyright © 2010 www.definehomeopathy.com all rights reserved