Glossary

Rule of Three: Dosage Guideline’s for Homeopathic Remedies

A dose is defined as 5 to 10 drops, 2 to 3 tablets, or 15 to 20 granules. The dosage guidelines listed here can be used when specific recommendations are not given for a particular condition.

For severe symptoms: Take 1 dose every 30 to 60 minutes for 3 doses. If there is no relief, repeat as needed up to 24 hours until pain improves to moderate or mild.

For moderate symptoms: Take 1 dose every 3 hours for 1 day until symptoms improve to mild.

For mild symptoms: Take 1 dose every 6 hours. Repeat as needed for up to 10 days.

Guideline’s for taking homeopathic Remedies

To be effective, homeopathic remedies need to be taken according to the following specific guidelines.

The remedies in these articles are suggestions only. Consult a homeopath or other knowledgeable professional when taking homeopathic remedies.

Homeopathic remedies are available most commonly as tinctures, sugar pills that have been infused with the remedy, granules or creams.

Before you take a homeopathic remedy, avoid putting anything into your mouth for at least 10 minutes. This includes food, beverages, gum, toothpaste, tobacco smoke and mouthwash.

If you are taking prescription medications, consult with your physician before you take a homeopathic remedy. Over the counter drugs such as aspirin, laxatives and ibuprofen should be avoided when taking homeopathic remedies.

When giving a remedy to a child, dissolve the tincture, powder, granules or tablet that you have crushed between two spoons in a little water.

A rule of homeopathic treatment is that once a remedy begins to work, stop taking it or reduce the amount you are taking. Homeopathic remedies stimulate the body’s natural healing process so once healing begins it can continue on its own. However if the pain returns in a few hours or the next day, restart the remedy at a higher potency. If you do not get relief after a few more doses, you probably need a different remedy.