Can homeopathics be taken with over-the-counter medicines, naturopathic products, supplements, herbs and other traditional treatments? Homeopathic medicines have not been known to interact with other products and can be taken in conjunction with other medications and products as they are not generally contraindicated. Traditional therapies and supplements may complement homeopathic treatment, however, do discuss with…
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Do homeopathic remedies contain toxic substances?
I sometimes get emails about homeopathic remedies such as Belladonna or Aconite, which people may know are made from poisonous plants. We do seem to use a lot of seemingly toxic substances in our medicines, but the way we make our remedies is key in being able to use them without any concerns. You wouldn’t…
Are homeopathic remedies vegan?
As you may have heard on the grapevine, some single homeopathic remedies are made from animal material, but we do offer ways around this if you are vegan. You can read the blog about vegan remedies here if you are interested or concerned and it will give you a good understanding of how, for example, one…
How do I give pilules to a baby?
Tip 1 pilule into the lid of the bottle or onto a clean metal teaspoon. Don’t touch with your fingers. Crush the pilule to a powder between two clean teaspoons. Tip the powder into the mouth. Don’t worry if you don’t get it all to go in, as long as you can see the powder…
How to care for your remedies
Do not touch the remedies with your hands. Roll pilules into lid of the container and drop under the tongue. Remedies are absorbed in the mouth, so allow to dissolve there if possible. The remedy will still work if this is not possible due to age or condition. If remedies are spilled, do not return…
When should I change the remedy?
Only change the remedy if the symptoms change and the remedy doesn’t seem to be working anymore. If you’ve given five doses 10 minutes apart or five doses over a few hours and nothing has happened at all, consider changing your remedy or call your homeopath. Be aware, however, that change can be subtle!
How do I know if my remedy is working?
Change can be subtle such as a child falling asleep or seeming a bit brighter or it can be instant with fever reducing, tooth pain or tummy ache resolving. Sometimes the improvement is very quick, other times it may take hours or a number of days depending on the symptoms you are managing. You will…
What is potency and what potency should I use?
Potency indicates how many times the remedy has been diluted and succussed (banged) when it has been made by the pharmacy. For home prescribing use 6x, 6c or 30c – the same frequency of dose as directed for any of these potencies. These potencies are also the most available and should be effective in the…
How to use your homeopathics
Homeopathic remedies can be given to any age group, including newborns and can be used during pregnancy. Always check with your homeopath that this is appropriate for your own situation and keep your GP/specialist informed. Always seek medical advice for fever in a child under six months old. Remedies do not generally interact with other forms…
Drops or pilules
There really is no difference between giving drops or pilules in home use. It is a personal preference based on, often, the age of the child. Drops can be easier for a baby. If you want to give to a sleeping baby, a pet or an unconscious wild animal (ie one of those birds that…