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MERCURIUS DULCIS

MERCURIUS DULCIS
merc-dMineralUncommonPsoric
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🎯 It acts primarily on catarrhal inflammations of the mucous membranes, particularly in the ears, throat, and digestive tract.
About: Mercurius Dulcis is a mineral remedy used for conditions involving thick, plastic-like mucus discharge and inflammation. It is particularly indicated for ear issues like Eustachian tube blockage, chronic digestive disturbances, and liver congestion. It is often chosen for individuals who appear pale, flabby, or bloated.
👤 Constitution
Individuals who are pale, flabby, bloated, and have a tendency toward recurring bilious fevers or chronic catarrhal conditions.
Key Symptoms — Give When You See
Catarrhal inflammation of the ear with Eustachian tube closure.
Boericke
Constant urge to pass stool without tenesmus.
Boericke
Sore and burning anus.
Boericke
Stools consisting of mucus and blood covered with bile.
Boericke
Flabby, poorly nourished constitution.
Boericke
Inflammation with plastic exudate.
Boericke
Cirrhosis of the liver, especially the hypertrophic form.
Boericke
Constant flow of dark, putrid saliva.
Boericke
🩺 Systems & Indications
👂EARS
Useful for chronic ear inflammation and hearing loss caused by blocked Eustachian tubes.
Middle ear inflammation with blockage of the Eustachian tube.
Ear problems in children with a scrofulous constitution.
Eardrum is retracted, thickened, and does not move properly.
🔑 Modalities
Worse from
Crossing legsGastromalacia
💊 Dosage & Potency
3X to 6X
Decimal
🕒As directed
📝Third to sixth trituration.
Primary Dosage
1X
Decimal
🕒several times every hour
📝For palliative purposes to secure evacuation of bowels.
🌿 Remedy Relationships
🔄 Compare With
KALI MURIATICUM
📚 Sources & References
Boericke's Materia MedicaHering's Guiding SymptomsHahnemann's Materia Medica PuraKent's Materia MedicaClarke's DictionaryAllen's KeynotesPhatak's Concise MM

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