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CLASSIC HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINES
Aconite
Cold Prevention & Well Being
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Homeopathy transforms the heat producing action of the Aconite plant into energy that protects immunity
when the body is chilled, feels rundown or is vulnerable to illness. This preventive method is useful
during travel, seasonal changes and stressful times when the body's defense mechanism is compromised.
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LATIN NAME:
Aconitum Napellus;
/ac' -o- nite/
COMMON NAME:
Monkshood, Wolfbane, Friar's Cap
HABITAT:
Commonly spotted in pastures and along streams in the Vosges mountains of France, and in Germany
and Switzerland. Medicine is derived from the whole plant, split from the root and pickled in August.
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Arnica
Muscle Soreness & Injuries
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This highly trusted medicine should be used for over-exertions or immediately after injuries to reduce
swelling, heal bruising, repair skin and muscle tissue, and control bleeding. Recommended to use before
and after surgery and dental visits.
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LATIN NAME:
Arnica Montana;
/ar' -ni- ca/
COMMON NAME:
Leopard's Bane, Falkraut, Mountain Arnica
HABITAT:
A perennial plant with small yellow flowers found deep in the mountainous regions around the world.
Medicine is derived from the plant and root, gathered when swarming with blossoms sometime in July and
August.
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Arsenicum
Intestinal Flu
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The use of Arsenicum for healing purposes is a testament to Homeopathy's transformation of toxic
sources into the safest medicine. This powerful mineral homeopathically acts to relieve the familiar
symptoms common to the stomach bug, the 24-hour flu, and food poisoning.
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LATIN NAME:
Arsenicum Album;
/ar-sen' -ni- cum/
COMMON NAME:
Arsenious Oxide
HABITAT:
Arsenic in the form of Arsenopynite mineral ore can be found in Europe and North America.
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Belladonna
Sore Throat & Ear Ache
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Belladonna is a fast-acting cure for a sore throat, especially one that develops in the middle of the
night. The homeopathic preparation of this plant has a marked action on the glands and responds to ear
and throat distress.
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LATIN NAME:
Atropa Belladonna;
/bel-a-' dona/
COMMON NAME:
Nightshade, Black Cherry
HABITAT:
This plant with its bell shaped flowers is from the solanaceae family and grows in Europe.
Belladonna leaves and flowering branch tips are collected in the wild from May to July.
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Bryonia
Pain Care
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This sister remedy to Rhus Tox comes from the gourd family and conversely relieves pains that are worsened
by movement. Bryonia serves as a natural alternative to an analgesic and also reduces rheumatic
inflammation.
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LATIN NAME:
Bryonia Alba;
/bry' -o- nia/
COMMON NAME:
Wild hops
HABITAT:
This plant with large fleshy roots is from the gourd family and grows mainly in the middle and southern
part of Europe. The strong vines of this plant hold clusters of greenish white flowers and berries.
Medicine is derived from the fresh root before the plant flowers.
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Cantharis
Bladder Irritations
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Zoological sources are often transformed into homeopathic medicines and the Cantharis beetle serves as an
example. This curative remedy acts on the urinary tract and helps with burn-like symptoms that accompany frequent
or difficult urination. Recommended to take at the very onset of symptoms.
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LATIN NAME:
Cantharis Vesicatoria;
/can' -tha- ris/
COMMON NAME:
Beetle
HABITAT:
This shiny green beetle lives in the south of France, Spain and Italy and survives on ash, honeysuckle,
privet and lilacs. Medicine is derived from the dry insect made into a powder.
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Chamomilla
Tension & Nerves
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Chamomile's homeopathic preparation acts deeper on the nervous system than the common tea, and helps to
quickly take the edge off any form of distress or agitation.
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LATIN NAME:
Chamomilla;
/Cham' -o- mill-a/
COMMON NAME:
Chamomille, feverfew
HABITAT:
A plant of the Aster family which grows in uncultivated fields and dry sandy locations in many areas of
Europe. Medicine derived from the flowers, leaves and bud of plant when in bloom. Collected between
May and August when it is not wet with dew or rain.
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Gelsemium
Exhaustive Flu
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The curative power of this southern evergreen shrub homeopathically responds to the onset of flu symptoms
that suddenly exhaust the motor functions and bring on body aches.
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LATIN NAME:
Gelsemium Sempervirens;
/gele-se' -mi- um/
COMMON NAME:
Yellow Jasmine, Trumpet Creeper
HABITAT:
A climbing evergreen shrub with poisonous yellow flowers that bloom in easrly spring. Found in the
southern part of the United States. The medicine is derived from the bark of the fresh root.
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Ignatia
Emotional Stress
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Homeopathic medicine is unparalleled in its natural release of stressed emotions. The Ignatia bean stands
at the cornerstone of the pharmacopoeia for its remarkable ability to treat the emotional complexities
of grief, anxiety, hurt feelings and depression.
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LATIN NAME:
Ignatia Amara;
/ig-na' -tia/
COMMON NAME:
St. Ignatia Bean
HABITAT:
Native of the Philippine Islands. Medicine is derived from the bean, which resembles a pear shaped pod
and is ground to a fine powder.
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Ipecac
Chest Cold & Coughs
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Unlike the syrup of Ipecac that is known to induce vomiting, the homeopathic preparation acts to dissolve
fluids that have settled in the chest and produce a rattling cough.
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LATIN NAME:
Caephalis Ipecacuanha;
/ip' -e- cac/
COMMON NAME:
Ipecac Root
HABITAT:
Common to South America. The dried root of the plant is used for its medicinal purpose.
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Mag Phos
Cramps
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In its homeopathic preparation, the Magnesium Phosphate mineral releases contractions to relieve
muscle cramps, menstrual cramps, or twitching.
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LATIN NAME:
Magnesia Phosphorica;
/mag-phos/
COMMON NAME:
Phosphate of Magnesium
HABITAT:
A mineral brought from the town of Magnesia in the district of Thessaly. Medicine derived from the
pure mineral of phosphate.
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Nux Vomica
Digestive Aid
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The homeopathic preparation of the Far Eastern Nux Vomica seeds creates a powerful medicine that settles
digestion, reduces gas, acidity and heartburn, helps with constipation, and eliminates toxins.
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LATIN NAME:
Nux Vomica;
/nux-vom' -i-ca/
COMMON NAME:
Poison Nut
HABITAT:
A large evergreen tree found in China, India, and Vietnam which yields a nut-like fruit the size of an
orange. Medicine is derived from the seed of the nut pounded into a fine powder.
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Pulsatilla
Congestion & Menses
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The Meadow Anemone flower homeopathically acts as a circulatory tonic for congestion from colds, seasonal
and dairy allergies, and fatty foods. This primary action also regulates the flow of an irregular period
and eliminates bloating and water retention.
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LATIN NAME:
Pulsatilla Nigricans;
/pul-sa-til' -la/
COMMON NAME:
Wind Flower, Pasque Flower, Meadow Anemone
HABITAT:
This violet brown flower is found in the sunny soil of elevated hills and open pastures throughout
Europe. Medicine is derived from the entire plant picked when flowering in April and May.
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Rhus Tox
Back & Joint Ache, Skin Irritations
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Pain that feels better with movement, and worse when it is damp or cold, can be relieved by the
homeopathically diluted preparation of Poison Ivy. This common plant eases the symptoms of arthritis
and strained ligaments, and serves to heal many skin rashes/eruptions.
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LATIN NAME:
Rhus Toxicodendron;
/rhus' -tox/
COMMON NAME:
Poison Ivy
HABITAT:
Hidden in the dark woods and low grounds of the United States. Medicine is derived from fresh leaves
gathered on cloudy days in May and June before the plant flowers.
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Sepia
PMS & Menopause
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This remedy is homeopathically derived from the ink of cuttlefish and is indicated for hormonal changes
and the accompanying emotions. Sepia relieves exhaustive PMS cycles or the hot flashes of menopause.
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LATIN NAME:
Sepia;
/Se'-pi-a/
COMMON NAME:
Cuttlefish, squid
HABITAT:
European seas, especially found in the Mediterranean. Medicine derived from the ink in the ink bag of
the cuttlefish, dried or diluted.
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