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Coniinum

6XConiin

Coniinum · Coniine (alkaloid of Conium Maculatum) · "The Ascending Paralysis Alkaloid"

AscendingParalysisSedativeAntispasmodicStrychnineAntagonist

The chief toxic piperidine alkaloid of Poison Hemlock (Conium Maculatum), acting as a sedative and antispasmodic that is directly antagonistic to strychnine — historically used as an antidote in strychnine poisoning, tetanus, and hydrophobia.

THE ESSENCE

Progressive ascending paralysis with undue nervous motor excitability in earlier stages.

Ascending paralysis — weakness starting in lower extremities, progressing upward

Give when you see

Ascending paralysis (respiratory failure risk in severe cases)

Sedative, antispasmodic — antagonist to Strychnine

Whooping cough, bronchitis, asthma (by inhalation)

Early motor excitability preceding paralysis

WORSE FROM

Not well documented

BETTER FROM

Not well documented

BODY SYSTEMS

Used by inhalation to relieve coughing in bronchitis, whooping cough, asthma

DOSAGE

potency: 6Xfrequency: As directed by practitionerduration: Course under close supervision — highly toxic substance

Informational only. These are general references — always consult a qualified homeopath for diagnosis and treatment.

RELATIONSHIPS

Antidotes

Coffea, Nitricum Acidum, Nitri Spiritus

Compare

Conium Maculatum, Strychninum, Curare