Causticum Hahnemanni :- KEY SYMPTOMS:- • Oversensitivity • Intolerance of injustice • Gradual paralysis • Raw, burning pain • Person feels worse for cold, dry, windy weather HISTORY:- Unique to homeopathy, this compound of potassium was specially devised and proved by Hahnemann, who published it in his Chronic Diseases (1821–34). Hahnemann noted that the compound caused an astringent sensation and a burning taste on the tongue. Interestingly, Causticum is a major homeopathic first-aid remedy for severe burns, and a remedy for pain with a burning sensation. Other ailments for which it is taken include local paralysis, incontinence, sore throats, and coughs. ORIGIN:- Hahnemann used equal parts of slaked lime (calcium hydroxide) and sulphate of potash (potassium bisulphate) to make this remedy. BACKGROUND:- Created by Hahnemann, who wanted to produce a particularly caustic mixture, this compound was new to the medical repertory of the time. PREPARATION:- Slaked lime and sulphate of potash are combined and dissolved in purified water. This solution is then further diluted and succussed. COMMON NAME Potassium hydrate.
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