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Colchicinum

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Colchicinum · Alkaloid of Colchicum Autumnale · "The Shreddy Membrane Alkaloid"
IntestinalCatarrhGoutDiarrhoeaConvulsiveJerking

The purified alkaloid of Meadow Saffron (Colchicum Autumnale), distinctively proved with symptoms pointing strongly to intestinal catarrh with shreddy membranes — the "convulsive jerkings of right hand" symptom is considered a valuable keynote.

THE ESSENCE
Intestinal catarrh with shreddy membranes, accompanied by convulsive jerking of the right hand.
Intestinal catarrh with shreddy membranes
Convulsive jerkings of right hand (valuable keynote)
Give when you see
Intestinal catarrh with shreddy membranes
Convulsive jerking of the right hand
Gout and rheumatic conditions, worse motion
Vomiting of undigested food then bitter fluid
WORSE FROM
MotionTouchNight
BETTER FROM
Rest
BODY SYSTEMS
Pericarditis, endocarditis
DOSAGE
potency: 3X and higherfrequency: As directed by practitionerduration: Short acute course; avoid prolonged continuous use
Informational only. These are general references — always consult a qualified homeopath for diagnosis and treatment.
RELATIONSHIPS
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Arsenicum Album, Causticum, Colchicum Autumnale