Homeopathic Medicine List, Common Name, Uses, Potency

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Homeopathic is a safe, gentle, and natural system of healing that works with your body to relieve symptoms, restore itself, and improve your overall health. It is extremely safe to use, even with very small children and pets, has none of the side effects of many...

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Homeopathic is a safe, gentle, and natural system of healing that works with your body to relieve symptoms, restore itself, and improve your overall health. It is extremely safe to use, even with very small children and pets, has none of the side effects of many traditional medications, is very affordable, is made from natural substances, and is FDA regulated. It is used to treat acute...

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  • This article explains History of Homeopathic Medicine  in simple medical language.
  • This article explains Homeopathic remedies and Homeopathic Medicine List in simple medical language.
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Homeopathic is a safe, gentle, and natural system of healing that works with your body to relieve symptoms, restore itself, and improve your overall health. It is extremely safe to use, even with very small children and pets, has none of the side effects of many traditional medications, is very affordable, is made from natural substances, and is FDA regulated.

It is used to treat acute illnesses, like colds, ear infections, migraines, and sore throats, as well as chronic conditions, like asthma, depression, autism, and pain, swelling, stiffness, or reduced movement. সহজ বাংলা: জয়েন্টের প্রদাহ।" data-rx-term="arthritis" data-rx-definition="Arthritis means joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, stiffness, or reduced movement. সহজ বাংলা: জয়েন্টের প্রদাহ।">arthritis.

History of Homeopathic Medicine 

Homeopathic medicines – known as “remedies” – are made from natural sources (e.g., plants, minerals), and are environmentally friendly and cruelty-free. Most are available over the counter in grocery stores, drug stores, health food stores, homeopathic pharmacies, and online. They are also extremely affordable. Homeopathic remedies when used as directed, are completely safe for everyone – including pregnant and nursing women, infants, children, and adults. They are given in such small doses that they don’t cause side effects.

The Law of Similars has been documented since at least the time of Hippocrates (ca. 400 B.C.), but it is Samuel Hahnemann (1755-1843), a German doctor and chemist, who is credited with founding homeopathy. He discovered the truth of the Law of Similars by testing small doses of medicine on himself.

By 1900, about twenty percent of doctors in the United States were homeopaths, but due to various political and social changes, homeopathy became relatively unknown in the US until recently. There is wider acceptance of homeopathy in such countries as France, Germany, Mexico, Argentina, India, and Great Britain. In fact, the family doctor to England’s Queen Elizabeth is a homeopathic physician. In fact, the World Health Organization estimate that it is currently practiced by over 500 million people worldwide.

Homeopathic remedies and Homeopathic Medicine List

Homeopathic name Substance Common name Homeopathic use Homeopathic potency
Aconite Aconitum napellus Monkshood, monk’s blood, fuzi, wolf’s bane Shock, influenza, and fever 6c, 30c, 200c
Aesculus hippocastanum Aesculus hippocastanum Horse-chestnut Hemorrhoids and varicose veins[3] tincture as an ointment, 3c, 6c
Anthracinum,
Anthracinum bovum,
Anthracinum suum		 Anthrax poison extracted from the spleen of affected sheep All types of furuncles (like acne,[4] carbuncles, malignant pustules), septic wounds, grangrenous degenerations,[5] anthrax poisoning,[6][7][8] 6X 30X[9]
Allium cepa Onion Itching eyes, lachrymation, allergies, hay fever 3x to 30c
Antimonium Arsenicate Skin conditions, minor lethargy All potencies 6c to CM
Antimonium tartaricum Antimony tartrate Impetigo 6c to 200c
Argentum nitricum Silver nitrate Fear, anticipation, apprehension, nervous excitement, exam nerves, conjunctivitis. 6c to 200c
Arnica Arnica montana Leopard’s bane Shock and bruising all potencies 6c to CM
Arsenicum album Arsenic trioxide White arsenic Colds, influenza, diarrhoea, food poisoning all potencies 6c to CM
Baptisia Baptisia tinctoria Wild indigo, horseflyweed Fever all potencies 6c to CM
Belladonna Atropa belladonna Deadly nightshade High fever with redness and delirium, and throbbing pain in the head or upper neck. সহজ বাংলা: মাথাব্যথা।" data-rx-term="headache" data-rx-definition="Headache means pain in the head or upper neck. সহজ বাংলা: মাথাব্যথা।">headache all potencies 6c to CM
Bellis perennis Bellis perennis Common daisy Cuts and wounds 6c to 200c
Bryonia Bryonia alba White bryony Fever, joint pain, cough and pleurisy all potencies 6c to CM
Calcarea carbonica Calcium carbonate Oyster shell Indigestion all potencies 6c to CM
Calendula Calendula officinalis Marigold Healing of wounds tincture, 3c, 6c
Chamomilla Matricaria chamomilla German chamomile teething in infants[13] 3c, 6c, 30c
Camphor Cinnamomum camphora Cholera (used by Hahnemann on an 1831 cholera outbreak on Central Europe, and by Dr. Quin in 1854 London’s epidemic)
Colocynthis Citrullus colocynthis Squirting cucumber Diarrhoea 6c to 200c
Cuprum metallicum Copper Cholera, diarrhoea, griping in the guts 6c to 200c
Digitalis Digitalis purpurea Foxglove Heart conditions, angina 6c to 30c
Drosera Drosera rotundifolia Sundew Cough 6c, 30c
Dulcamara Solanum dulcamara Woody nightshade Range of chronic ailments all potencies 6c to CM
Ferrum phosphoricum Iron phosphate Ferr phos Haemorrhages and nosebleeds 3x, 6x, 6c, 30c
Gelsemium Gelsemium sempervirens Yellow jasmine Joint pain and fever all potencies 6c to CM
Glonoinum Nitroglycerine Facial neuralgias, heat headaches all potencies 6c to CM
Graphites Graphite Itching cracked skin, eczema, psoriasis all potencies 6c to CM
Hamamelis Hamamelis virginiana Witch-hazel haemorrhoids, varicose veins tincture and low potencies 3x, 3c, 6c
Hepar sulfuris calcareum Calcium sulfide Hepar sulf wide range of chronic ailments, boils, abscesses, croup. all potencies 6c to CM
Ignatia amara Strychnos ignatii St. Ignatius bean recovery from grief[15] all potencies 6c to CM
Kalium bichromicum Potassium dichromate used in HeadOn thick secretions from the mucous membranes of the sinuses and respiratory tract[16][17] all potencies 6c to CM
Lachesis Lachesis muta Bushmaster snake wide range of uses. all potencies 6c to CM
Ledum Ledum palustre Marsh tea bites, stings, punctured wounds all potencies 6c to CM
Lycopodium Lycopodium clavatum Wolf’s foot, clubmoss wide range of chronic use all potencies 6c to CM
Mercurius vivus Mercury wide range of chronic ailments all potencies 6c to CM
Natrum muriaticum Sodium chloride Natrum mur; table salt varied chronic uses; irritable, touchy, dislikes consolation 6c to 10M
Natrum sulphuricum Sodium sulphate Natrum sulph asthma, headaches,[19] worse for damp, warts 6c to 10M
Nux vomica Strychnos nux-vomica Strychnine tree nausea, hangovers, substance abuse and chronic ailments all potencies 6c to CM
Oscillococcinum Cairina moschata liver Muscovy duck liver colds/flu; generally 30c, 200c
Petroleum Crude oil Skin affections, eczema, psoriasis all potencies 6c to CM
Phosphorus Phosphorus Phos wide range of chronic ailments all potencies 6c to CM
Picricum acidum Picric acid Picric acid Water retention, Confusion tincture to 200c
Pulsatilla Pasque flower Wind flower various childhood, menstrual and chronic ailments all potencies 6c to CM
Rhus toxicodendron Toxicodendron radicans Poison ivy joint pains and fevers[21] all potencies 6c to CM
Ruta Ruta graveolens Rue trauma or sprain of the ligaments; conditions involving the tendons, fibrous tissue, or periosteum; joint stiffness, eye tendon. সহজ বাংলা: মাংসপেশি/টেনডনে টান।" data-rx-term="strain" data-rx-definition="A strain is injury to a muscle or tendon. সহজ বাংলা: মাংসপেশি/টেনডনে টান।">strain[16] 4x to CM
Sepia Cuttlefish ink many female problems all potencies 6c to CM
Silicea Flint Various chronic conditions, sensitivity to cold all potencies 6c to CM
Sulphur Sulfur chronic ailments, skin complaints, general debility all potencies 6c to CM
Thea Sinensis / Camellia Sinensis Leaves of tea plant neurologics (insomnia, nightmares), digestives (dyspepsia caused by drinking tea often) 5C to 15C
Thuja Thuja occidentalis warts & chronic conditions all potencies 6c to CM
Urtica urens Stinging nettle Burns, bites, and stings mostly 3c, 6c, 30c

Homeopathic Medicine List, Common Name, Uses, Potency

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  • Do not use antibiotics, steroid tablets/injections, or strong painkillers without proper medical advice.
  • Do not hide pregnancy, kidney disease, ulcer, allergy, or blood thinner use.
  • Do not delay emergency care when danger signs are present.

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Safe first steps

  • Avoid heavy lifting, sudden bending, and prolonged bed rest.
  • Use comfortable posture and gentle movement as tolerated.
  • Discuss physiotherapy, X-ray, or MRI only when clinically needed.

OTC medicine safety

  • For mild back pain, pain-relief medicine may be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist.
  • Avoid repeated painkiller use if you have kidney disease, stomach ulcer, uncontrolled blood pressure, or are taking blood thinners.

Avoid these mistakes

  • Do not start antibiotics without a proper medical decision.
  • Do not use steroid tablets or injections casually for quick relief.
  • Do not delay emergency care because of home remedies.

Get urgent help if

  • Back pain with leg weakness, numbness around private area, loss of urine/stool control, fever, cancer history, or major injury needs urgent care.
Medicine names, dose, and timing must be decided by a qualified clinician or pharmacist after checking age, pregnancy, allergy, other diseases, and current medicines.

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Tests to discuss with doctor
  • Temperature chart and hydration assessment
  • CBC with platelet count if fever persists or dengue/other infection is possible
  • Urine test, malaria/dengue tests, chest evaluation, or blood culture only when clinically indicated
Questions to ask
  • What is the most likely cause of my symptoms?
  • Which warning signs mean I should go to emergency care?
  • Which tests are really needed now?
  • Which medicines are safe for my age, pregnancy status, allergy, kidney/liver/stomach condition, and current medicines?
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    Check danger signs first

    If danger signs are present, seek emergency care and do not wait for online information.

  2. Step 2

    Record the symptom story

    Write when symptoms started, severity, medicines already taken, allergies, pregnancy status, and test results.

  3. Step 3

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    A doctor, nurse, or qualified healthcare provider can examine you and decide which tests or treatment are needed.

  4. Step 4

    Do only useful tests

    Do tests after clinical assessment. Avoid unnecessary tests, random antibiotics, or repeated medicines without diagnosis.

  5. Step 5

    Follow up and return early if worse

    If symptoms worsen, new warning signs appear, or treatment is not helping, return for review quickly.

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  • Take a written symptom diary and all previous prescriptions/test reports.
  • Do not hide medicines already taken, even herbal or over-the-counter medicines.
  • Ask which warning signs mean urgent referral to hospital.

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