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Plumbum Metallicum

30C / 200CPlumbum
Lead Metal · "The Progressive Paralysis Remedy"
ParalysisColicEmaciationWrist DropConstipationLead

Made from Lead Metal. Acts on nervous system causing progressive motor paralysis with preserved sensation. Wrist drop — characteristic. Violent colic with retraction of abdomen. Emaciation of limbs. Hard knotty stool. Lead poisoning effects.

THE ESSENCE
Progressive MOTOR PARALYSIS — sensation preserved. WRIST DROP — cannot extend hand. Violent colic — abdomen drawn in toward spine. Emaciation of limbs. Constipation — hard knotty stools. All complaints progress slowly.
Progressive paralysis — slow deterioration
Blue line on gums — lead line
COLIC — violent, abdomen drawn to spine
Give when you see
Progressive motor paralysis — sensation preserved
Wrist drop — cannot extend hand
Violent colic — abdomen drawn toward spine
Constipation — hard knotty stools
Blue lead line on gums
Emaciation of extremities
WORSE FROM
NightTouchPressure of clothes
BETTER FROM
RubbingHard pressureStretching
BODY SYSTEMS
Progressive paralysis — slow deterioration
Wrist drop characteristic
DOSAGE
potency: 30Cfrequency: 3 times dailyduration: Long term for chronic paralysis
Informational only. These are general references — always consult a qualified homeopath for diagnosis and treatment.
RELATIONSHIPS
Complementary
Alumina
Antidotes
Aluminum salts, Camphor
Follows well
Alumina
Followed by
Alumina, Opium
Compare
Alumina, Causticum, Arsenicum, Gelsemium, Conium