Author: Urenus

The mother tincture is prepared from the fresh rootstock, gathered in autumn, of the plant Cypripedium calceolus, var. pubescens [Willd.] Corell., a native of North America. N.O. Orchidaceae.

The main indications are:

Abuse of coffee. States of nervous irritation.

In a healthy human being, the use of an infusion of the root causes firstly an im- provement in mental function and the whole nervous activity, following which a great tranquility is observed, which finally proceeds to a considerable fatigue of mind and body. The main symptoms are similar to those of poisoning with poison- ivy.

Cypripedium is particularly effective in nervous women, whose nerves are affect- ed by illness or by abuse of tea or coffee. (Impregnation phases). However, it is also recommended in consequences of mental over-exertion, nightwatching and exhaus- tion of the nervous system in influenza. (Impregnation phases, otherwise in such cases use Cocculus.)

It could also be beneficial in teething complaints of children with symptoms of cerebral irritation and incipient meningitis.

The German Monograph-Preparation Commission for the Homoeopathic Field of Therapy has, under the Preparation Monograph for Cypripedium calceolus var. pu- bescens, published the following indication(s) in the German Bundesanzeiger (Ger- man Federal Gazette) for cypripedium pubescens: insomnia.

The mother tincture is prepared from the fresh aerial parts of the plant, Cynara scolymus L. N.O. Compositae.

The main indications are:

Tonic. Resolvent. Diuretic. Contains an enzyme, which converts insulin into levu- lose. Deep-acting, effective liver remedy, also in cirrhosis and jaundice, oedema, sciatica, and to stimulate the detoxifying function of the liver.

Although the consumption of artichokes is without question beneficial to the liver function, and lower potencies undoubtedly work effectively, the author has found the medium and higher potencies to do very good work.

The German Monograph-Preparation Commission for the Homoeopathic Field of Therapy has, under the Preparation Monograph for Cynara scolymus, published the following indication(s) in the German Bundesanzeiger (German Federal Gazette) for cynara scolymus: chronic hepatobiliary diseases.

The mother tincture is prepared from the fresh rootstock with the attached tuber- ous roots of the plant, Cyclamen purpurascens Mill. (Cyclamen europaeum L.), gathered in the Autumn. It grows in the woodlands of the central mountains of Southern and Central Europe, as far north as 50° latitude. N.O. Primulaceae.

The main symptoms are:

Hemicrania with darkened complexion. Fluent coryza with loss of smell and taste. Dysmenorrhoea. Breasts hard and swollen. Galactorrhoea, even in non-pregnant women.

An indication for Cyclamen can be a lack of sense of taste and an aversion to bread and butter, and to a lesser extent to hot food.

Cyclamen has a sad, tearful mood similar to that of Pulsatilla; however, warm ameliorates, (in Pulsatilla, cool fresh air). A particularly important symptom deserv- ing emphasis is the secretion of milk from the breasts of non-pregnant women, since this symptom is found hardly anywhere else, and therefore in many cases used to lead to mastectomy in young girls.

The German Monograph-Preparation Commission for the Homoeopathic Field of Therapy has, under the Preparation Monograph for Cyclamen europaeum, pub- lished the following indication(s) in the German Bundesanzeiger (German Federal Gazette) for cyclamen: headaches; migraine; various forms of paramenia; digestive insufficiency; common cold; rheumatism, emotional discord or upset.

The attenuations of this sarcode are prepared from the fresh skin of a healthy pig (Sus scrofa domesticus).

The principal indications are:

Allergic reactions. Dermatoses. Eczema. Seborrhoea. Pemphigus. Fissures. Psori- asis. Prostration. Dermatomycoses. Elephantiasis. Scleroderma. After burns (includ- ing X-ray burns). Neurodermatitis. Disturbances of renal excretion. Hyperhydrosis, etc.

The mother tincture is prepared from the extract of the corky tissue of different va- rieties of Chondodendron, especially C. tomentosum Ruiz. et Pav., C. candicans [L.C. Rich.] Sandw. and C. polyanthum Diels. N.O. Menispermaceae.

The main symtoms are:

Various paralyses and weakened states of the musculature, also following over-ex- ertion (pianists). Dyspnoea and vertigo in emphysema. Liver spots (!). Diabetes mel- litus. Scrofulous skin-eruptions behind the ears and on the face. Effective in thirst from any cause.

An indication for prescribing Curare can be: “as if the brain were full of liquid.”

Curare is also recommended in epileptiform attacks, occurring primarily before the menses, also in rabies and in spasm of the jaw in tetanus. Curare is also said to be indicated in scrufulous children with skin conditions, eczemas (especially on the face and behind the ears – cf. Petroleum, especially where liver spots form).

When a feeling of thirst cannot be removed by Bryonia, Arsenicum etc., then Cu- rare is usually effective.

The German Monograph-Preparation Commission for the Homoeopathic Field of Therapy has, under the Preparation Monograph for Curare, published the following indication(s) in the German Bundesanzeiger (German Federal Gazette) for curare: paralysis; lameness; spasmodic conditions.

The attenuations are prepared from Copper(II)-sulphate, CuSO₄ · 5 H₂O, MW: 249.7.

For the main symptoms, see under Cuprum.

The German Monograph-Preparation Commission for the Homoeopathic Field of Therapy has, under the Preparation Monograph for Cuprum sulphuricum, published the following indication(s) in the German Bundesanzeiger (German Federal Gazette) for cuprum sulphuricum: spasmodic muscular conditions; nocturnal paroxysmal coughing.

The attenuations are prepared from Copper(II)-acetate, C₄H₆CuO₄ · H₂O, MW: 199.7.

The indications are essentially the same as for Cuprum and Cuprum Sulphuricum. The German Monograph-Preparation Commission for the Homoeopathic Field of Therapy has, under the Preparation Monograph for Cuprum aceticum, published the following indication(s) in the German Bundesanzeiger (German Federal Gazette) for cuprum aceticum: diseases accompanied by a tendency to spasmodic conditions, such as cerebral seizure disorders, systremma; asthma; whooping cough; angina pectoris.

The attenuations are prepared from metallic copper, Cu, AW: 63.5.

Copper has a narrowly defined sphere of action, in which spasms are in the fore- front. These frequently originate in the fingers and toes and on occasions involve loss of consciousness. Such spasmodic states may be found in dysmenorrhoea, in gastro intestinal colics, in renal colics (especially on the left side), in cramps of the

calf muscles, in muscle cramps after cholera, but also in epilepsy and similar condi- tions: they are especially marked at night. Thus copper also gains a certain impor- tance in the treatment of retoxic impregnation phases, i.e. particularly after the inhi- bition of discharges, eruptions etc.

Cuprum is likewise indicated in Sydenhams’ chorea (St. Vitus’ dance), and espe- cially in whooping cough when there is spasmodic coughing for hours on end. Cuprum is also indicated in asthma, when there is spasmodic vomiting at the end of the attack. In cholera too we find violent vomiting, also diarrhoea, anxiety felt in the pit of the stomach, convulsions of the extremities, coldness and cyanosis of the body, spasmodic constriction of the chest, dyspnoea and chronic cramps, which point to Cuprum Arsenicosum (and Veratrum Album) as simillima. Here Cuprum can save lives. Furthermore, Cuprum is the metal of the kidneys and, according to Prof. Müller of Titisee, it is indicated in those kidney diseases which proceed with hypotension, whilst Plumbum is the indicated metal in those forms of kidney disease with hypertension. Left-sided renal colics obviously react better to copper than right-sided ones, in which Arsenicum acts well.

Dahlke describes a further modality of Cuprum; according to this the coughing and vomiting which call for Cuprum are relieved by a sip of cold water. Cuprum is also said to be effective in acute hydrocephalus, dental cramps and especially in inveterate skin eruptions, particularly if these are herpetic or scabies-like, itching very strongly, with possible ulceration in the creases of the joints. The ripening of deep abscesses is said to be hastened by Cuprum. Cuprum has also done good work in inveterate syphilis, ankylosis, contractures and suppurations of the joints. There is great muscu- lar weakness, frequently a small, rapid pulse, with the pains tending to radiate out in all directions. Collapse and coldness of the surface of the body with cyanosis and dyspnoea may also be present, as well as hoarseness and glottal spasm, which is re- lieved by cold drinks. Cuprum may also prove useful in T.B. of the larynx.

Cuprum has an obvious action on the blood formation, especially after abuse of iron.

Aggravation is generally from hot weather and at night, also before the menses. Amelioration is from cold drinks and pressure.

A glance at the toxicology of the copper compounds shows that large quantities (1 gram) produce violent inflammation of the gastro intestinal mucosa with agonising vomiting, colicky pains and diarrhoea, whilst quantities of 0.2 grams only produce feelings of disgust for food, vomiting and diarrhoea. Still smaller quantities up to about 0.03 grams, produce a reduction of appetite and – by Reversal effect – consti- pation.

Since copper salts are used in a considerable range of industrial processes and copper poisoning occurs as an occupational disease, in such cases one should be on the look-out for greenish or greenish-yellow discolouration of the hair, face, eyes and teeth; a copper rim may also occur on the gums.

Copper poisoning can produce similar symptoms to lead poisoning. Copper colic is differentiated from lead colic insofar as after copper colic diarrhoea usually oc- curs.

If we summarise all the symptoms of Cuprum, the following list results:

1. Spasm/cramp remedy par excellence: cramps in the calf muscles, dymenorrhoea, renal colic, muscle spasms, and spasms of the limbs (in cholera).
2. Convulsions in epilepsy, eclampsia, uraemia, with possible alternation of tonic and clonic spasms, which mostly begin with drawing in the fingers and toes and extend from there over the whole body.
3. Whooping cough and asthma with spasmodic vomiting at the end of the attack.
4. Opisthotonos and spasms of the masseter. Abdominal neuralgias, intestinal spasms.
5. Arteriosclerosis. Nephrosis and kidney diseases.
6. Contractures ankylosis, suppuration of the joints associated with inveterate syphilis.
7. Inveterate skin-eruptions with itching, and ulceration in the creases of the joints.
8. Pains are ameliorated by cold drinks and pressure, and aggravated by hot water, at night and before the menses.

Thus we see that Cuprum can be used in numerous conditions, extremely violent and threatening ones, mostly acute, but also in chronic ones, with success. The ac- tion of copper salts in similar to that of Cuprum Metallicum. Cuprum Aceticum, Cuprum Sulphuricum and Cuprum Arsenicosum are particularly in use, the latter ap- pearing to work better in neuralgias, nephrosis and uraemia, insofar as one may ex- pect action by Reversal effect, in combination with complementary methods (e.g. sarcodes.)

The German Monograph-Preparation Commission for the Homoeopathic Field of Therapy has, under the Preparation Monograph for Cuprum metallicum, published the following indication(s) in the German Bundesanzeiger (German Federal Gazette) for cuprum: cerebral seizure disorders; spasmodic muscular conditions; spasmodic conditions of the smooth musculature, the gastro intestinal tract, the res- piratory organs, the vascular systems, and the coronary vessels; circulatory failure.

The mother tincture is prepared from the fresh seeds of Cucurbita pepo L.s.l. N.O. Cucurbitaceae.

Recommended in hypertrophy of the prostate.

The German Monograph-Preparation Commission for the Homoeopathic Field of Therapy has, under the Preparation Monograph for Cucurbita pepo, published the following indication(s) in the German Bundesanzeiger (German Federal Gazette) for cucurbita pepo: vomiting.

The mother tincture is prepared from the dried unripe berries of the plant, Piper cubeba L.f., a native of Malaysia. N.O. Piperaceae.

The main indications are:

Urethritis. Leucorrhoea of little girls.

Apart from general weakness and emaciation, the special characteristics of Cube- ba are said to be loss of memory and sensory weakness, together with the added

symptom of reduced feeling in the fingers and toes, the symptom disappearing when the remedy is discontinued. (Symptom from provings.)

Further symptoms from the provings included trembling of the limbs with spastic movement and slight symptoms of paralysis, an unusually light-hearted mood, flushed face and enlargement of the pupils.

With inflammation of the mucosa and a coated tongue there is a peculiar odour of the secretion, with a sensation of heat and burning in both mouth and oesophagus. In intestinal colics the copious diarrhoea has a peculiar odour. So too does the dark- coloured, foaming urine with increased urination, and at the urethral orifice there is burning itching with discharge. There is also a sensation of pressure and heaviness in the pelvis and excitement of the sexual organs, with weakness and possible inflam- mation of the epididymis.

Above all, Cubeba seems to be indicated when the first inflammatory stage of gonorrhoea has died down, there is burning in the urethra and a thick, creamy dis- charge predominates.

The German Monograph-Preparation Commission for the Homoeopathic Field of Therapy has, under the Preparation Monograph for Piper cubeba, published the following indication(s) in the German Bundesanzeiger (German Federal Gazette) for cubeba: mucosal inflammations of the urinary and reproductive organs.