Bryoniae radix

Bryoniae radix is the extract from the fenugreek root (Broynia alba L).

Efficacy determining ingredients: Strongly toxic triterpenes (C30 compounds)Curcurbitacine and others Brionin; Bryonidin, which occurs in glycosidic bond.

Use as an emetic and drastic (now obsolete).

After ingestion dizziness, vomiting, violent colic, very thin, sometimes bloody diarrhea, kidney damage, miscarriage, excitement, cramps.

Effects on the skin: in case of contact skin irritation with redness and blistering.

Bryoniae radix was given a negative opinion by Commission E.

homeopathy:

In homeopathy Bryonia is used in appropriate dilutions for respiratory and rheumatic diseases.

The single homeopathic remedy is typically used in the form of small scattering globules (Bryonia-Globuli) (Bryonia-D6- or Bryonia-D12). Another way of using it as a single remedy is to use homeopathic drops or tablets.

Because of the special effect of Bryonia homeopathy on colds, Bryonia is found in many homeopathic combination remedies (tablets, globules, drops) that are offered for the treatment of flu-like infections and coughs. Homeopathic ointments are also used for complaints and injuries of the musculoskeletal system.

Bryonia D6 can be taken every half hour in case of acute symptoms, but not more than 10 times within 24 hours.

Indications: joint inflammation, lumbago, tendosynovitis, sprains, dislocations and contusions, abdominal pain, colds and flu-like infections, cough and bronchitis, sore throat, toothache, headache and migraine, conjunctivitis, mastitis, digestive problems, biliary problems, diarrhoea, constipation

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