What is Nux moschata?
The most common application is the homeopathic remedy Nux moschata against inflammation, abscesses and suppuration. Furthermore, typical nutmeg patients suffer from flatulence, colic, diarrhea or indigestion.
When there is complete lack of thirst, the mucous membranes, skin, mouth and throat are dry; the menses are irregular and painful. Excessive sleepiness and a tendency to faint are striking.
Leading symptoms
- Bloated stomach
- daytime sleepiness
- confusion
- forgetfulness
- Tendency to fainting
- Dry eyes, mouth, tongue, skin
- Persistent constipation
- Stomach pain during or immediately after eating
- Summer diarrhea triggered by cold drinks
Information about the agent
How do you recognize patients who need Nux moschata?
In homeopathy, nutmeg is known as a “hysterical old woman’s remedy”. The patients’ demeanor is corresponding: They are dreamy, clairvoyant and tend to laugh at everything. Severe mood swings result in rapid alternation of laughter and crying. Nux moschata often thinks it has two heads or consists of two different people watching each other. In everyday life she appears dazed and experiences her surroundings as changed; the saliva appears to be of cotton wool. Even children develop spasms and hysterical suffering.
Modalities
Nux moschata is indicated for all typical symptoms that are ameliorated or worsened by the following modalities:
Improvement:
- warmth
Deterioration:
- cold
- wetness
- before and during the period
What are typical uses for Nux moschata?
- stomach cramps
Areas of application in detail
Gastrointestinal complaints
colicky abdominal cramps with strong formation of gas and painful flatulence. The abdomen is bloated, resulting in a strong feeling of pressure that radiates to the heart and can lead to anxiety. Patient has dry mouth but little thirst, disgusts food, and feels tired. Often alternating with constipation and diarrhea.
Dosage: 3 times a day 3 globules in the potency D6
Dosage forms of Nux moschata
Nux moschata is already used in relatively low potencies; the most common doses are between D2 and D6.
