Category: Reckeweg Pharmacological Index

R59 Vesiculine – Slimming Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Calcium carbonicum Hahnemanni	D12
Fucus vesiculosus	D2
Graphites	D12
Natrium sulfuricum	D2
Oleum Crotonis	D4
Spongia	D3

Excipients: Ethanol, Aqua pur

Indications

Obesity, tendency to put on weight due to faulty activity of the glandular secretion.

May also be used to combat incipient goitre.

Mode of Action

The effectiveness obtained through iodized combinations, brought together in organic ways, such as found in Fucus vesiculosus and Spongia, highly stimulates the function of the thyroid glands and act towards formation of goitre. We add to this medicinal composition constitutional stimulants such as homoeopathic triturations of Graphites and Calc. carb. as well as of Natrium sulf., a functional stimulant of the liver, and Oleum Crotonis, a functional stimulant of the intestines.

As a whole, the action of the present remedy is revealed as having a stimulating effect on the metabolism of tissues and on the combustion, as well as an eliminating effect on the excess of fluidic contents in the tissues and a regularizing effect on the function of the thyroid glands.

Dosage

2-3 times daily, in acute conditions 4-5 times, 10-15 drops in a little water. It is recommended to use in the beginning (for 5-6 days) frequent and high doses. Subsequently, take 2-3 times daily 8-10 drops.

In children, reduce the dose according to the age (5-8-10 drops).

Remarks

Complementary remedies:

R 10 in the climacteric age, as well as, R 19 or R 20.

R 2 in cardiac weakness.

R 27 to stimulate the renal function.

R 40 in coexistent diabetes.

R 31 with chlorosis.

R75 Dolomensin – Dysmenorrhoea Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Caulophyllum thalictroides	D2
Chamomilla	D30
Cimicifuga	D3
Cuprum aceticum	D4
Magnesium phosphoricum	D6
Viburnum Opulus	D2

Indications

Dysmenorrhoea. Cramping pains. Labour pains.

Mode of Action

The contained ingredients have an affinity to the female i.e. the reproductive organs, upon which the remedies act in such a way as to palliate the pain and to act as an antispasmodic.

• Caulophyllum thalictroides: Fits of lower abdominal spasms.
• Chamomilla: Oversensitive state.
• Cimicifuga: Sudden flashlike, shooting pains in the lower abdominal region.
• Cuprum aceticum: Severe dysmenorrhoea.
• Magnesium phosphoricum: Dysmenorrhoea ameliorated by natural discharges such as onset of menses.
• Viburnum Opulus: Lower abdominal spasm extending in the thighs. Irregular menses.

Dosage

In severe pain and in labour pains: frequent administration of 10 drops 11 in some water every 1/4 to 1/2 hour. As improvement sets in give 10-15 drops every 1-2 hours.

In dysmenorrhoea give 10-15 drops in some water 2-3 times a day over longer periods.

Remarks

In menorrhagia and metrorrhagia: compare R 28. If spasms radiate to the entire abdomen give additionally R 37.

R60 Purhaemine – Blood Purifying Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Aranea Diadema	D12
Conium	D30
Fumaria officinalis	D6
Hepar sulfuris	D12
Galium Aparine	D12
Juglans	D6
Myosotis arvensis	D6
Sarsaparilla	D6
Scrophularia nodosa	D6

Excipients: Ethanol, Aqua pur

Indications

Impurities of the blood, unclean skin (e.g. pimples), swelling of lymph glands, blood purifying remedy. General improvement of the humoral composition i.e. of the blood and other vital fluids needed in all circumstances of illness and more so in protracted illnesses. Scrofulosis.

Mode of Action

Preparation has a deep effect on the constitution, acting on the blood and lymphatic glands. The connective tissue becomes more resistant by stimulating the endogenous immune system.

• Aranea Diadema: Great susceptibility to dampness, all symptoms are worse during cold damp weather.
• Conium: Enlarging and hardening of glands. Paralytic asthenia of limbs with tremor and sweat.
• Fumaria officinalis: Scrofulosis,.swelling of lymph glands, blood impurities.
• Galium Aparine: General dyscrasia. Incarnate with tropic ulcers, diuretic.
• Hepar sulfuris: Promotes healing of devitalised tissue as caused by pus, boils and abscesses.
• Juglans: Blood purifier.
• Myosotis arvensis: Nocturnal perspiration with secretions and emaciation. Tubercular diathesis.
• Sarsaparilla: Delayed development of children together with eczema.
• Scrophularia nodosa: Scrofulos swelling of lymph glands, lymphatic constitution (hydrogenoid constitution).

Dosage

5 to 15 drops taken 2 or 3 times daily in water before meals. Drops given according to age. In chronic cases 1 or 2 times daily.

Remarks

To stimulate the immune response particularly in chronic conditions, compare R 26.

In eczema: R 23 and R 21. In tumours: R 17.

In anaemia: compare R 31. In excessive perspiration: R 32. In TB of lungs:

R 48 and R 57. In acne vulgaris: compare R 53.

R76 Herbamine Forte – Asthma Forte Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Aconitum	D3
Ammi visnaga	D2
Convallaria majalis	D1
Drosera	D1
Ephedrinum hydrochloricum	D2
Kalium jodatum	D3
Lobelia inflata	D3
Mentholum	D2
Stramonium	D3

Excipients: Ethanol, Aqua pur

Indications

Constitutional asthma – therapy.

Mode of Action

As a prolonged cure “Asthma forte ” has a favourable influence on the constitution of asthmatic dispositioned persons.

• Aconitum: Stabbing pain in the chest, feeling of anxiety, thanatophobia, cough gasping and dry, sensation of constriction of chest.
• Ammi visnaga: Circulation disorders, cardiac affections.
• Convallaria majalis: Marked respiratory distress, auricular flutter, stabbing pain in the chest.
• Drosera: Asthma convulsivum with cyanosis and vomiting.
• Ephedrinum hydrochloricum: Dyspnoea, disorder of breathing, asthmatoid bronchitis, asthma bronchiale.
• Kalium jodatum: Conditions of weakness of curative forces.
• Lobelia inflata: Asthma bronchiale, spasmodic cough.
• Mentholum: Reliefs breathing.
• Stramonium: Sensation of constriction within the chest, wheezing respiration.

Dosage

3 times daily 20 drops in some water. In case of attack 10 drops every 5-10 minutes.

Remarks

In case of bronchial-catarrh additional use of R 48 is recommended, if larynx is affected use additionally R 45, in case of cardiac insufficiency

R 3, angina pectoris R 2, as sedativum use R 14 and Vita-C 15.

R61 Lumbagin – Rheumatic Ointment
Form: Ointment

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency	Amount
Berberis vulgaris	D1	0.1 g
Camphora (oleos)	D3	1 g
Dulcamara	D1	0.1 g
Nux vomica	D1	0.1 g
Oleum Gaultheriae 10 %	–	3.5 g
Oleum Lavendulae	–	1 g
Oleum Pini silvestris 10 %	–	2 g
Rhododendron	D1	0.1 g
Rhus Toxicodendron	D1	0.1 g
Unguentum Alcoholum Lanae	–	100 g

Indications

Lumbago, backache due to degenerative rheumatic processes such as is found in chondritis, osteochondritis and osteoarthritis.

Acute and muscular rheumatism.

Ankylosing spondylitis, cervical and lumbar syndrome, brachialgia, intercostal neuralgia (fibrositis) and sciatica.

Chronically inflamed tendons, ligaments and joints of rheumatic origin.

Mode of Action

The hyperaemic action is intensified by the addition of nicotinic acidbenzylester. The individual remedies are potentised with Ol. Pini thus achieving a larger surface action and a better absorption of the plant extracts through the skin. The symptomatology of the ingredients is synonymous with that of the oral administration (R 11).

• Berberis vulgaris: Backache with great weakness.
• Dulcamara: Neuralgic pains in limbs and joints of rheumatic origin together with stiffness, particularly caused by sitting on cold surfaces.
• Nux vomica: Spine feels as if broken, worse from sitting, worse at night and in the morning when getting up.
• Rhododendron: Rheumatism of small joints. Pain is worse before rain and thunderstorms.
• Rhus Toxicodendron: Tearing and drawing pain of rheumatic origin in all limbs and joints. Worse at rest and at night. Better from continued motion.

Dosage

Apply ointment over the affected areas repeatedly.

Remarks

Prescribe R 11 additionally for internal use.

R77 Fumacin – Anti-Smoking Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Agaricus	D5
Echinacea angustifolia	D10
Hypophysis	D4
Natrium chloratum	D2
Robinia	D6
Tabacum	D4

Indications

For withdrawal of smokers, smokers hangover, headache caused by smoking too much and thus arisen vasoconstriction, nausea, pain in the stomach, constipation, arrhythmic palpitation (beating of the heart), liver complaints, tympanitis. Disturbances of the function of the connective tissues. Disturbances of the endocrinum, vascular disturbances, smoker’s leg.

Mode of Action

The combination of the ingredients counteracts damages coming from a permanent supply of nicotine.

If taken regularly over a longer period of time, the power of resistance will be strengthened the function of the autonomic nervous system will be restored and the vessels will better be supplied with blood.

As result that the nicotine for maintenance of an imitated equilibrium gets superfluous and a general well being arises, if tobacco is renounced.

• Agaricus: Circulatory disturbances, irregular beating of the heart, liver bloated, coated tongue, pain in the stomach and nausea.
• Echinacea angustifolia: Strengthens the power of resistance, internal antiseptic with influence on the lymphatic system. Stimulation of the all detoxification-mechanisms.
• Hypophysis: Disturbances of the function of connective tissues, disturbances of endocrinium, stimulation of blood flow (supply).
• Natrium chloratum: Temporal headache, arrhythmic palpitation, constipation with hard and dry stool.
• Robinia: Pain in the stomach caused by smoking too much, acid gastritis (catarrhs of the stomach).
• Tabacum: Against abuse of tobacco with collapse, paleness, perspiration, trepidation, cold of the limbs, neuralgia and vertigo, nausea and vomiting. Specifically effective on peripheral and arterial disturbances. Smoker’s leg.

Dosage

3 times daily 15-20 drops in some water.

Remarks

In case of nervousness due to withdrawal additional use of Vita-C15 forte Tonic is recommended.

R62 Morbillin – Measles Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Arum triphyllum	D3
Belladonna	D4
Ferrum phosphoricum	D8
Mercurius solubilis Hahnemanni	D8
Pulsatilla	D4

Indications

To reduce all types of inflammation of mucous membranes, especially with inflammations of the eye; measles, German measles.

Mode of Action

Remedies in this combination all reduce inflammation of mucous membranes. The improvement is rapid and lasting.

Complications are largely circumvented by the administration of this combination.

• Arum triphyllum: Burning and stitching pain of inflamed mucous membranes together with irritation of the eyes and skin rashes.
• Belladonna: Acute inflammation, febrile states, congestion of the head, dry mucous membranes, affecting the upper respiratory system in particular.
• Ferrum phosph. and Mercur. sol. Hahnem.: Catarrhal affections, photophobia, sticky perspirations.
• Pulsatilla: A near specific remedy in measles.

Dosage

In the acute stage frequent repetition is necessary. Start with 8 to 10 drops in water to be given in 1/2 to 1 hour intervals. Babies should be given 3 to 5 drops in water. On improvement reduce the frequency of administration to 1 to 2 hourly.

Remarks

For the convalescent stage: R 31.

If illness is complicated by influenza, prescribe in addition to and in alternation R 6.

Tonsillitis or Otitis Media: Prescribe in addition to or in alternation R 1. Sinusitis: R 49.

When the rash does not develop at all or too slowly give intercurrently, R 23, 8-10 drops 2 or 3 times daily.

Bronchitis: additionally Jutussin drops R 9 or in syrup form R 8.

Pending an involvement of the lungs: R 48 given 3 or 4 times daily in addition to R 62.

Tendency to TB of lungs: R 57, 8 to 10 drops given 1 or 2 times daily.

R78 Ocuvit – Eye-Care Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Aconitum	D4
Apis mellifica	D4
Belladonna	D4
Euphorbia cyparissias	D3
Euphorbium	D4
Euphrasia	D2
Hamamelis	D2
Kalium carbonicum	D4
Mercurius bijodatus	D5
Rhus Toxicodendron	D4
Ruta	D2
Scrophularia nodosa	D2
Spigelia	D4
Staphisagria	D4
Sulfur	D4

Indications

Chronic conjunctivitis, blepharitis, hordeolum, catarrhal conjunctivitis, eyestrain, opacity of vitreum, diplopia, incipient cataract.

Mode of Action

• Aconitum: Analgesic.
• Apis mellifica: Stabbing pain, epidemic conjunctivitis.
• Belladonna: Conjunctivitis, blepharitis.
• Euphorbia cyparissias: Irritation of the mucous membrane.
• Euphorbium: Watering eyes, catarrh conjunctivitis.
• Euphrasia: Eyestrain, photophobia, high intraocular pressure, conjunctivitis, lacrimation, blepharitis, ciliaris, ulcus cornea.
• Hamamelis: Vitreous haemorrhage, eyestrain.
• Kalium carbonicum: Oedema of the upper eyelids with strong swelling.
• Mercurius bijodatus: Blepharitis, ciliaris, iritis, ciliary, neuralgia (left side).
• Rhus Toxicodendron: Conjunctivitis, swelling of eyelids with mattery discharge.
• Ruta: Dysopia caused by eyestrain.
• Scrophularia nodosa: Scrofulous eye diseases, hordeolum.
• Spigelia: Catarrhal conjunctivitis.
• Staphisagria: Hordeolum chalazion.
• Sulfur: Red eyelids with tendency to purulent inflammation, hordeolum.

Dosage

3 times daily 20 drops in some water.

Remarks

In case of local inflammations, acute and chronic, of catarrhal and purulent nature, the additional use of R 1 is recommended.

R63 Endangitin – Circulation Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Adrenaline	D6
Aesculus	D2
Cuprum aceticum	D6
Potentilla anserina	D2
Secale cornutum	D4
Tabacum	D4
Veratrum	D6

Indications

Peripheral vascular disturbances, acroparaesthesia, endangiitis obliterans, intermittent claudication, Raynaud’s disease, cramps in calf muscles, diseases of veins.

Mode of Action

• Adrenaline: Spasmolytic, acting on the muscular layer of blood vessels.
• Aesculus: Venous congestion, particularly in the true pelvis.
• Cuprum aceticum: Spasmodic constriction of voluntary and involuntary muscles, cramps in calf muscles.
• Potentilla anserina: Spasms of various kind, cramps in calf muscles.
• Secale cornutum: Gangrene of the diabetic patient, numbness and paraesthesia in the limbs, cramps with the sensation of coldness or absence of any sensation.
• Tabacum: Cramps in all limbs accompanied by weakness and formication.
• Veratrum: Sensation of coldness throughout the entire body, cramps in calf muscles, numbness and absence of any sensations.

Dosage

10-15 drops in water, three times daily before meals. In severe cases the initial dosage is 10 drops every 1 to 2 hours.

Remarks

In diabetic angiopathies: add R 40.

If arteriosclerosis is present: add R 12.

In venous stasis e.g. varicositis add R 42.

In angina pectoris: compare R 2.

Paraesthesia as result of sciatica: compare R 71.

R64 Nephralbin – Albuminuria Drops
Form: Drops

Ingredients

Ingredient	Potency
Helonias dioica	D3
Kalium arsenicosum	D4
Phosphorus	D6
Plumbum metallicum	D12
Solidago Virgaurea	D2

Indications

Albuminuria, proteinuria, nephrosis, chronic nephritis, nephrosclerosis.

Mode of Action

The various ingredients of this combination cover those symptoms characteristically found in the late stages of inflammation within the urogenital tract.

• Helonias dioica: Exhaustion, backache, pressure and drawing pains in the kidney area.
• Kalium arsenicosum: Chronic nephritis with oedema; heart pathology.
• Phosphorus: Weakness, parenchymal degeneration, analysis of urine shows protein and blood and cylindrical casts.
• Plumbum metallicum: Reduced quantity of urine, proteinuria with hypotrophy of kidney.
• Solidago Virgaurea: Chronic nephritis, almost specific as a kidney remedy.

Dosage

10-15 drops in water three times daily before meals. In the initial phase of therapy repeat more frequently.

Remarks

Acute and chronic nephritis: compare R 1 also R 6.

Relapsing kidney complaints yield better if R 64, is used in alternation with R 1.

In cysto-pyelitis: compare R 18 with R 1.

In kidney-stones: compare R 27 and if necessary R 1. Prostate adenomas associated with cystitis: compare R 25.