25. Causticum
- Causticum and Gelsemium – Paralysis
Causticum and Gelsemium – Paralysis
| Feature | Causticum | Gelsemium |
|---|---|---|
| Action | Paralyzes the muscles, nerves, and causes numbness | Produces partial paralysis, weakness, and prostration |
| Functional changes | Muscle weakness, tremors, and cramps | Weakness, fatigue, and heaviness of the limbs |
| Pathological tendencies | Neurological disorders, paralysis, and muscle atrophy | Neurological disorders, muscle weakness, and fatigue |
| Key symptoms | Paralysis, numbness, and muscle weakness | Weakness, fatigue, paralysis, and trembling |
| Modalities | Worse from cold, damp weather, and exertion | Worse from cold, damp weather, and exertion |
| Remedy essence | Paralytic and numbness remedy | Weakness and prostration remedy |
Drug Picture
- Introduction
- Causticum is a remedy derived from the potash of lime or calcium hydrate
- It is used to treat various conditions, including paralysis, muscle weakness, and neurological disorders
- Sphere of Action
- Nervous system, muscles, and joints
- Clinical Features
- Paralysis, muscle weakness, numbness, and tremors
- Neurological disorders, such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease
- Pathology
- Muscle atrophy, nerve damage, and joint degeneration
- Physical Makeup / Constitution
- Causticum is typically used for individuals with a tendency to neurological disorders and muscle weakness
- Characteristic Symptoms
- Paralysis, numbness, and muscle weakness
- Tremors, cramps, and muscle spasms
- Guiding Symptoms
- Paralysis of the face, tongue, and limbs
- Numbness and tingling sensations in the extremities
- Ailments From
- Exposure to cold, damp weather
- Overexertion and fatigue
- Modalities (Worse/Better)
- Worse from cold, damp weather, and exertion
- Better from warmth, rest, and gentle exercise
- Generalities
- Causticum is a remedy that affects the nervous system and muscles
- It is used to treat various conditions, including paralysis, muscle weakness, and neurological disorders
- Comparisons / Relationships | Feature | Causticum | Gelsemium | | --- | --- | --- | | Action | Paralyzes the muscles, nerves, and causes numbness | Produces partial paralysis, weakness, and prostration | | Functional changes | Muscle weakness, tremors, and cramps | Weakness, fatigue, and heaviness of the limbs |
- Keynote Keywords
- Paralysis
- Numbness
- Muscle weakness
- Neurological disorders
- Tremors
- Cramps