As you know, in homeopathy, for the treatment of various diseases, herbal remedies are often used, the chemical composition of which has a beneficial effect on a person and helps him cope with the disease. Today, a lot of controversy goes around this area of alternative medicine.
There are many adherents of homeopathic methods among people, but also those who deny their he alth benefits. However, it is important to note that most homeopathic remedies have passed various clinical trials, which have established positive effects on patients, which, in turn, indicates the possibility of treating diseases with their help. This article will tell you in detail about the use of iris versicolor in homeopathy, its indications and methods of administration and dosages.
Description of the plant and its medicinal characteristics
Iris versicolor (versicolor) is a plant of the iris family, which is used for the preparation of homeopathic medicines. For these purposes, use the root, which is harvested either in spring or early autumn.
In homeopathy, iris was first used by Indians from North America. Then the remedy was used as a medicine for the treatment of vomiting or stomach diseases. In addition to this, references to the benefits of the plant are also found in the writings of Dioscorides from Ancient Greece.
The first to introduce this plant into homeopathic practice was a doctor from Philadelphia named Kitchen. The scientist was interested in the fact that the Indians use iris as a medicine and he decided that it was necessary to conduct tests to determine its medicinal effect. It is worth noting that the doctor studied the plant on himself, in order to understand exactly how it affects the body.
The father of American homeopathy Hering, while studying the effect of this plant on human he alth, confirmed some of Kitchen's discoveries, and also found that it can have a beneficial effect on the gastrointestinal system, skin and thyroid gland. In addition, a well-known homeopath found that iris is able to dissolve tumors and relieve inflammation.
Chemical composition
The action of iris vericolor in homeopathy is due to its chemical composition, which includes:
- inophthalic acid;
- iridine glycoside;
- myristic acid;
- tridicylic acid;
- resin;
- starch;
- and other substances.
Symptoms for which iris is prescribed in homeopathy
The selection of any homeopathic remedy is determined by the symptoms thatworries the person. The reason for the use of iris in homeopathy may be the following:
- sluggishness and a general state of fatigue leading to a constant dull headache;
- disorders of the nervous system that cause nightmares in sleep;
- vomiting, nausea and belching;
- scratching in throat, dry cough, pain in lungs;
- ovarian pain radiating to the back, dysmenorrhea and genital rash;
- joint pain, knee weakness, muscle pain;
- chills, body trembling;
- rapid heart rate;
- cold limbs;
- pain in the intestines, acute pain in the navel, diarrhea, constant rumbling of the intestines;
- problems during urination (pain, bad smell of urine, presence of blood in it);
- pustules on the head.
Based on this list of symptoms, the homeopathic doctor determines the diagnosis, as well as the need to prescribe iris for treatment.
Iris in homeopathy: indications for use
After the homeopathic doctor has collected all the necessary information about the patient in the anamnesis, identified the disease and made a diagnosis, they are prescribed a certain treatment. In particular, iris in homeopathy is prescribed when one of the following diagnoses has been made:
- Diseases of peripheral nerves.
- Insomnia.
- Temporary loss of vision due to migraine.
- Sciatic nerve injury.
- Gastroduodenitis (with high acidity), whichaccompanied by vomiting and nausea.
- Inflammatory processes in the pancreas.
- Toxicosis in pregnant women.
- Hepatitis, which is accompanied by pain.
- Fungal lesions of the oral mucosa.
- Eczema and other inflammatory skin conditions.
Instruction: dosage and rules of administration
Based on the above indications of iris in homeopathy, the specialist determines its required dosage. This homeopathic remedy is sold in pharmacies and sold without a prescription. It looks like a glass bottle that contains drops intended for oral administration. As in the case of any drug, doctors strongly do not recommend prescribing the remedy on their own, since only a qualified specialist can determine the need for their use.
As a rule, homeopathic doctors prescribe the medicine in the morning, afternoon and evening (three times a day). Drops are used before meals in the amount of eight drops, and thirty minutes after meals, also eight drops. The medicine dissolves in one teaspoon of water and is drunk quickly.
The course of treatment with iris is no more than eight weeks. It is not recommended to use the medicine longer than this time. If your he alth has not improved, you should consult a doctor for additional advice.
Keep drops away from children, in a place where the temperature does not exceed 20 degrees Celsius. ShouldIt should be noted that if during storage the product has changed its color or structure, it is necessary to stop taking it and discard the vial. Such changes may indicate that the product is damaged.
Food restrictions
While taking iris as a homeopathic remedy, avoid your diet:
- alcoholic drinks;
- caffeine;
- tea;
- eucalyptus and mint;
- allopathic drugs.
In addition, it should be remembered that when taking iris in the form of drops in conjunction with other drugs, their effect and effect on the body may increase or, conversely, weaken. In order to avoid any problems, it is important to consult with a specialist and find out which medications can be taken together and which ones will have to be abandoned.
Conclusion
Based on the foregoing, we can conclude that iris in homeopathy is prescribed when a person feels depressed, weak and tired. The patient may experience headaches, a tendency to depressive states and a feeling of heaviness in the head. After a qualitative history taking, diagnostics and diagnosis, the homeopathic doctor determines the need to prescribe iris as a medicine.
In conclusion, once again it is worth saying that the self-administration of this drug may not only not be beneficial, but in some cases even harm the human body. Therefore, always before using itshould be consulted.
