Category: Reckeweg Pharmacological Index

R79 Heart Capsules
Form: Capsules

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Allium sativum	D1
Crataegus	D1
Viscum album	D2

Indications

Hypertension, attacks of vertigo, dyspnoea, weariness, forgetfulness, for regularisation of blood circulation, arteriosclerosis, hyperlipidaemia, angina pectoris.

Mode of Action

• Allium sativum: Vasodilator; very useful in vertigo associated with arteriosclerosis, its health-building action is known since long. The Bulgarians high age seems to be connected to its regular ingestion as Allicin, one of the active constituents of Allium sativum, exerts a regenerative function and preservative effect to the cells. Allium sativum invigorates the stomach and intensifies the gastric secretion. This increases the choleresis (secretion of bile). Intestinal infection and constipation will be prevented as Allium sativum hampers bacterial multiplication.
• Crataegus: Heart tonic, it enhances the functional heart capacity and prevents disordered actions of the heart if taken regularly. Reduces blood pressure, strengthens the myocardium and dilates the coronary vessels. Useful in arteriosclerosis; dissolves fatty deposits on the arteries. Angina pectoris, especially on exertion, depression and premature fatigue are prevented if under stress.
• Viscum album: Reduces the blood viscosity, effects a capillary dilatation and normalizes the heart rate causing such a decompression. Sensations of dizziness and increased congestion of blood with its often related headaches may be prevented.

Dosage

Swallow whole one capsule three times daily before meals.

Remarks

In case of angina pectoris: R2 and R3

Arteriosclerosis: R12

Circulatory disturbances: R67

Vertigo: R29

Suitable for diabetics!

R96 Sinusitis Nasal Spray
Form: Nasal spray

• Safe: no preservatives or propellants; the “airless pump” delivers a single dose protected from contaminants.
• Effective: decongests and unblocks nasal passages from catarrhal and coryza symptoms; clears nasal discharges of all variety.
• Versatile: can be used for patients of all ages.

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Calcarea carbonica (Carbonate of Lime)	D12
Kalium bichromicum (Bichromate of Potassium)	D6
Cinnabaris (Red Sulphide of Mercury)	D8
Pulsatilla (Wind Flower)	D6

Indications

Decongests and unblocks nasal passages from catarrhal and coryza symptoms. Clears nasal discharges of all variety.

Mode of Action

The remedies that constitute this nasal spray act directly on the mucous membranes of the nasal passages. This spray is ideal during the cold and flu season when symptoms of blocked noses, profuse nasal discharges, violent sneezing and catarrhal symptoms are all too common. Obstruction of the nose can create subsequent problems of foul odours, loss of smell and an inability to breathe properly.

• Calcarea carbonica: Nostrils are sore, dry, ulcerated. Blockage of the nose with foul, yellow discharge. Offensive odour in nose. Polyps. Coryza, alternating with colic. Catarrhal symptoms.
• Kalium bichromicum: Affinity for the mucous membranes; polyps. Catarrh of the nose, larynx. Pressure and pain at the root of the nose. Offensive smell. Discharge is thick, ropy, greenish-yellow. Loss of smell. Inability to breathe through nose. Coryza, with obstruction of nose. Violent sneezing. Profuse, watery nasal discharge.
• Cinnabaris: Pressing sensation in nose. Pain at the root of the nose, extending into bones on each side. Stringy mucus passing through posterior nares into throat.
• Pulsatilla: Coryza, loss of smell. Blockage of right nostril; stoppage in evening. Pressing pain at root of nose. Large green fetid scales in nose. Yellow mucus, profuse discharge in morning.

Dosage

Babies (0-24 months): 1 pump stroke, 1-2 times daily.

Infants (2-5 years): 1 pump stroke, 2-3 times daily.

Children (6-12 years): 1 pump stroke, 3-4 times daily.

Adults (12+ years): 1 pump stroke, 3-4 times daily.

Notes

Use spray within 6 weeks of opening. Do not use after expiration date. If it causes hypersalivation, stop therapy.

Data notes

• The booklet prints the ingredient descriptions as one run-on block; they have been split per ingredient and punctuated, and printed spelling errors corrected.

R80 Arnica Oil
Form: Oil

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Homoeopathic Arnica Extract in Oleum Olivarum base	–

Indications

To be applied locally for the relief of muscular soreness and stiff joints.

Mode of Action

Effects from mechanical injuries, act on the arterial system, regularizing effect on blood circulation, eliminate stoppages. Painful joints. Brings inflammation under control.

Dosage

Topical application in the morning and evening is usually sufficient. In acute cases of pain and aching several applications may be necessary.

Remarks

In rheumatism of joint and muscles, osteoarthritis and osteochondritis:

R11 and R 30

In sciatica: R 71

Neuralgia in the head and occipital regions: R 16 Rheumatism of shoulder and distal upper limbs: R 46 Backpain with females: R 50

Osteoarthritis: R 73

R97 Allergy Nasal Spray
Form: Nasal spray

• Safe: no preservatives or propellants; the “airless pump” delivers a single dose protected from contaminants.
• Effective: liquefies and drains the nasal passages; decongests and clears nasal symptoms brought on by an allergic reaction.
• Versatile: can be used for patients of all ages; appropriate for both children and adults.

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Acidum formicicum (Formic acid)	D12
Aralia racemosa (American Spikenard)	D6
Histaminum hydrochloricum	D8
Luffa operculata	D4

Indications

As indicated from the remedies that make up R-NAS2 [sic], this nasal spray is specially indicated to clear nasal symptoms brought on by an allergic reaction. Keynote signs involve the inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nasal passages. Typical manifestations of the allergic reaction are experienced as nasal congestion and obstruction, mucosal secretions (discharge that can be very watery, acrid and profuse) and frequent sneezing. Often these allergic responses are accompanied by an irritating tickling in the throat, which most often translates into spasmodic, dry coughing; the mucous membranes of the respiratory system can often be affected in these situations. A typical constriction sensation of the lungs can lead to breathing difficulties and typical asthmatic conditions.

Mode of Action

• Acidum formicicum: Polyps, catarrh.
• Aralia racemosa: Asthmatic conditions; spasmodic cough, tickling in throat; hay asthma, patient is weak, relaxed, exhausted; mucous secretions acrid; smarting soreness of the posterior nares, caused by passage of acrid mucus; obstruction in the nose; spring hay fever; frequent sneezing; copious watery, excoriating nasal discharge of salty acid taste.
• Histaminum hydrochloricum: Antihistamine effects; indicated for allergic reactions, bronchial asthma, rhinitis; blockage of nostrils and itching sensation; feeling of constriction, hard to breathe; tickling in throat, dry cough; opens sinus and bronchial passages; inflammation.
• Luffa operculata: Dried fruit of a Brazilian plant called Cabacinha. Acts on mucous membranes of the respiratory tract; allergic rhinitis with clear or whitish discharge, especially in the morning; burning and itching in the nose; sneezing; hypersensitivity to scents of flowers and perfumes.

Data notes

• The booklet's header reads 'Allergy nasal drops', but the text describes an airless-pump nasal spray. No dosage is printed for this product.
• The ingredient descriptions are printed as one run-on block; they have been split per ingredient and punctuated, and printed spelling errors corrected (e.g. 'lray asthma' read as 'hay asthma').
• The booklet prints the ingredient list beside the label 'Indications' and the indications beside 'Ingredients'; they have been swapped back.
• Name as printed: Header says 'nasal drops'; the text describes an airless-pump nasal spray.

R81 Maldol – Analgesic Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Anamirta cocculus	D4
Aranea Diadema	D4
Cimicifuga racemosa	D4
Citrullus colocynthis	D4
Cyclamen europaeum	D4
Gelsemium sempervirens	D3
Ginkgo biloba	D3
Spigelia anthelmia	D4

Indications

Headaches, neuralgic pains, myalgic pains, arthralgia.

Mode of Action

• Anamirta cocculus: Vertigo caused by a variety of circumstances, occipital headache, algospasms, menstrual pains.
• Aranea Diadema: Dysarteriotony, recurrent neuralgic pains, painful arthralgies.
• Cimicifuga racemosa: Myalgic and muscular pains caused by the vertebral column, pains from myocardial spasm, algospasms of gastrointestinal tract, gallbladder and in region of female genital organs.
• Citrullus colocynthis: Algospasms of gastrointestinal tract, biliary tract and urinary organs. Neuritis and neuralgic pains especially in face. Ischialgia.
• Gelsemium sempervirens: Headaches, tendency to convulsions.
• Spigelia anthelmia: Acute carditis, stenocardia, neuralgic pains, headaches.
• Cyclamen europaeum: Headaches, migraine, painful menstrual disorder.
• Ginkgo biloba: Headaches, painful writers cramp.

Dosage

Generally 3-4 times daily 15 drops in some water before meals. In severe cases every 1/2-1 hour 15-20 drops.

Remarks

In case of migraine R16.

In inflammation of the nerves of head and inflammation of the sinuses use R1 10-15 drops in some water 3-6 times daily.

In trigeminal and facial nerve neuralgia see R 70.

R182 Stomatitis Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Acidum nitricum	–
Arum triphyllum	–
Borax	–

Indications

This medicine covers affections of the mouth due to allergy and hyperacidity etc.

Inflammatory lesions of the oral mucosa (e.g. aphthae), adjuvant treatment of thrush, vesicles on the tongue.

Mode of Action

• Acidum nitricum: Putrid breath, Salivation, Bleeding of gums, Painful pimples on the sides of tongue. Tongue red. Teeth loose; gums soft and spongy. Ulcers in soft palate, with sharp, splinter-like pains. Salivation and foetor oris. Bloody saliva.
• Arum triphyllum: Raw feeling at roof of mouth and palate. Lips chapped and burning. Corners of mouth sore and cracked. Tongue red, sore; whole mouth raw. Picking lips until they bleed. Saliva profuse, acrid and corroding.
• Borax: Aphthae, white fungous like growth. Mouth hot and tender; ulcers bleed on touch on eating. Painful gumboil. Crying when nursing.

Dosage

Adult and children 12 years acute cases: 5 – 10 drops daily up to a maximum of 12 times daily; in chronic cases 5–10 drops 3 times daily in a little water or undiluted, or as directed by a health care practitioner.

For more information please consult your health care practitioner.

Remarks

Using R1 with R182 can be highly effective. Gargling with Dr. Reckeweg

Echinacea Mother Tincture, ten drops in a mouthful of water twice daily is also beneficial.

Data notes

• The booklet prints a description, not an ingredient list, beside 'Ingredients'; it is shown under Indications and the ingredients are taken from the Mode of action section. Potencies are not stated.

R82 Mycox – Anti-Fungal Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Aspergillus niger	–
Candida albicans	–
Mycosis fungoides	–
Penicillinum	–
Chlamydia trachomatis	–
Echinacea angustifolia	–
Zincum metallicum	–
Tecoma	–

Indications

Fungal infections including ringworm, jock itch, athlete’s foot, white flaky skin on hands or feet, thrush in throat, soreness, earache with ear itch, white discoloration under fingernails, vaginal yeast or other fungal skin infections. The patient presents with fatigue, irritability, unclear thinking, inability to concentrate, general dissatisfaction, craving for sweets, flatulence; sensitivities of allergic nature increase.

Mode of Action

• Aspergillus niger, Candida albicans, Mycosis fungoides, Penicillinum: These ingredients provide antigenic or nosodal relief by stimulating the defense mechanism of the body. In our research blood was taken from 10 healthy bodies and under the microscope the white blood cells were measured for speed of movement toward fungal cell, ease and time of phagocytosis. The nosode of these fungi were given to the participants, 30 minutes later blood was retaken and the white blood cells efficacy remeasured. In all cases the white blood cells were 25% to 30% faster and more efficacious in destruction of fungal cells.
• Chlamydia trachomatis: For antigenic (nosodal) treatment of rickettsia and for homoeopathic blockage of the chlamydospore stage of candida growth.
• Echinacea angustifolia: Lymph cleanser and immune fortifier.
• Zincum metallicum: For relief of foggy headedness and inability to concentrate. Stimulant of nutritional absorption of Zinc.
• Tecoma: Strongest anti-fungal herbal known.

Dosage

For external indications apply R82 topically to affliction several drops twice daily to condition. R82 is safe for external application even into children’s ear with cotton swab (if no perforations of tympanic membrane). Internal application: 10 drops 3 times daily. If the dosage provokes extreme bowel cleansing or too loose stools have the patient back off of the dosage to 1 drop 3 times daily and build up the dosage gradually. As a preventive use 5 drops every other day to prevent recurrence. In sensitiveness to alcohol use 10 drops in a glass of warm water. Let alcohol disperse for one minute. For children under 2 years old administer the drops externally into the belly button and let the child rub the remedy into the skin.

Remarks

For inflammations or with thrush use R1. For fungal infections of urinary tract use R18. If coupled with dyspepsia or intestinal cramping use R5. For prostate involvement use R 25. In case of dysmenorrhea and amenorrhea use R 28. If premenstrual tension provokes symptoms use R50 and R75. In stubborn skin conditions and psoriasis use R65. To prevent healing crisis from candida over-kill use R26 and R60. With headache use R16.

Etiology

Anything which depresses the immune system invites fungal growth. The main causes can be:

1. Antibiotic abuse.

2. Birth control pills.

3. Sweets (refined sugar, even honey).

4. Amalgams.

5. Toxicity which upsets bowel flora.

6. Stress.

All of the above should be curtailed as much as possible for best results.

Data notes

• No Ingredients line in the booklet; ingredients are taken from the Mode of action section. Potencies are not stated.

R183 Anti-Allergy Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency	Amount
Histaminum dihydrochloricum	D8	3.33 g
Luffa operculata	D6	3.33 g
Silicea	D6	3.33 g

Excipients: Excipients: 36 vol. % alcohol

Indications

Inflammatory signs on the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and the upper respiratory tracts, caused by allergies (hay fever).

Mode of Action

• Luffa operculata: Histiotropic relation to the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract; allergic rhinitis with clear or whitish discharge, especially in the morning, burning and itching in the nose, sneezing spells, hypersensitivity to scents of flower and perfumes.
• Histaminum dihydrochloricum: Allergic symptoms such as itching and sensation of heat in the eyelids, redness of the conjunctiva, blockage of both nostrils and itching sensations. Feeling of constriction with breathing difficulties, dry cough, tickling in the throat.
• Silicea: Organo- and histiotropic effect on the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract and on the lymphatic system. Tendency to asthmatic complaints, tickling and irritation in the throat causing slight coughing.

Dosage

If not recommended otherwise, in acute cases 5 – 10 drops daily up to a maximum of 12 times daily; in chronic cases 5 – 10 drops 3 times daily.

Remarks

In case of asthma, the use of R43 and R76 is recommended Respiratory allergies: BIO 84 Sinus catarrh: R49 and R96 Nasal and respiratory tract involvement due to allergies: R97 For coughs: R8 or R9

Notes

Principally, allergic diseases with strong or increasing swelling of the upper respiratory tracts, with or without difficulty in breathing, and a feeling of constriction or the occurrence of generalized allergic symptoms necessitate emergency treatment by a physician.

R83 Alimentol – Food Allergy Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Coffea	–
Faex medicinalis	–
Lac	–
Saccharum	–
Solanum lycopersicum	–
Solanum tuberosum	–
Adrenalinum	–
Hepar	–
Histaminum	–

Indications

Food allergy

Mode of Action

• Coffea, Faex medicinalis, Lac, Saccharum, Solanum lycopersicum, Solanum tuberosum: The above ingredients in dilute amounts provide antigenically desensitization therapy to lower allergic response.
• Adrenalinum: For direct hormonal effect against allergic symptoms.
• Hepar: Glandular help for antihistaminic effect.
• Histaminum: For antihistamine effects provides the best antiallergic response.

Dosage

5 to 10 drops 3 times daily is normally recommended, but some cases of extreme reactivity will react to this concentration. In these cases the drops should be put into a glass of water and then the patient should drink some of the water.

Remarks

In case of food allergy use of R16, R37, R43, R49 is recommended.

Etiology

Stress and over-activity or anything that overstimulates the sympathetic nervous system can drain its ability to counteract the immune defense of the parasympathetic nervous system. Extreme antibody response can develop in an unbalanced body.

Data notes

• No Ingredients line in the booklet; ingredients are taken from the Mode of action section. Potencies are not stated.

R84 Inhallergol – Inhalant Allergy Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Pili animalum	–
Fungi	–
Semen et pollen graminis	–
Pulvis herbae inutilis	–
Pollen	–
Adrenalinum	–
Histaminum	–

Indications

Inhalent allergy.

Mode of Action

• Pili animalum, Fungi, Semen et pollen graminis, Pulvis herbae inutilis, Pollen: The above formula provides antigenic desensitization of the hyper-immune response these allergens provoke.
• Adrenalinum: Low potency for hormonal antiallergic response.
• Histaminum: Provides an antihistamine effect for the body.

Dosage

5 to 10 drops 3 times daily is normally recommended, but some cases of extreme reactivity will react to this concentration. In these cases the drops should be put into a glass of water and then the patient should drink some of the water.

Remarks

In case of food allergy use of R16, R37, R43, R49 is recommended.

Etiology

Stress and over-activity or anything that overstimulates the sympathetic nervous system can drain its ability to counteract the immune defense of the parasympathetic nervous system. Extreme antibody response can develop in an unbalanced body.

Data notes

• No Ingredients line in the booklet; ingredients are taken from the Mode of action section. Potencies are not stated.
• Name as printed: Booklet prints 'Inhalent'.