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Guaiacum
Gum guaiacum
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PreparationTincture of the gum-resin. Clarke
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No dose stated in the library’s booksDose · Dewey
Reason for use
How is the tincture prepared ?
Two parts, by weight, of the resin dissolved in nine parts, by weight, of alcohol and filtered. Drug power, 1/10.
What are the rheumatic symptoms of Guaiacum ?
Rheumatism of the joints when they become distorted by concretions ; contractions of tendons ; worse from motion ; gouty nodosities.
Give indications for Guaiacum in sore throat.
Worse on right side ; swollen tonsils ; enlarged veins ; must drink to assist deglutition, as throat is dry ; stinging pains in throat, worse in warm, moist air.
What is another use of this remedy ?
It is said to relieve growing pains in children.
What other remedy is also useful for this condition ?
Phosphoric acid .
Complete text of the Guaiacum entry in Dewey - Essentials of Homoeopathic Materia Medica; origin and preparation from Clarke. Historical text from the classical materia medica (1828–1950). Not medical advice, and not a claim that any remedy works.
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