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Areca Catechu

Q / 30CAreca
Betel Nut · Areca Palm · "The Salivation Worm Remedy"
SalivationWormsMouthDigestionAntiparasiticTapeworm

Made from Betel Nut. Acts on digestive system and mouth. Used in worm infestations — especially tapeworm. Profuse salivation. Promotes digestion. Antiparasitic action. Commonly chewed in Asia for its stimulant properties.

THE ESSENCE
Worm infestations — especially tapeworm. Profuse salivation. Digestive stimulant. Antiparasitic action. Nervous stimulation from betel nut.
Profuse salivation — very characteristic
Tapeworm — anthelmintic action
Worm infestations generally
Give when you see
Tapeworm and worm infestations
Profuse salivation characteristic
Antiparasitic action
Digestive stimulant
WORSE FROM
No marked worse
BETTER FROM
After treatment
BODY SYSTEMS
Stimulant effect — mild excitation
DOSAGE
potency: Q or 30Cfrequency: 3 times daily for wormsduration: Short course
Informational only. These are general references — always consult a qualified homeopath for diagnosis and treatment.
RELATIONSHIPS
Complementary
Cina, Santoninum
Antidotes
Camphor
Follows well
Cina
Followed by
Calcarea
Compare
Cina, Santoninum, Granatum, Filix Mas