Frequently Asked Questions.
The basic principle of homoeopathy has been known since the time of the ancient Greeks. Derived from the Greek word ‘homoios’ meaning ‘like’, homoeopathy is the medical practice of treating like with like. This is to say, treating an illness with a substance that produces in healthy person similar symptoms to those displayed by the person who is ill. Current medical opinion believes that symptoms are caused by the illness. Homoeopathy, by contrast sees the symptoms as the body’s reaction against the illness as it attempts to overcome it, and seeks to stimulate and not suppress this reaction. Homeopathic medicine is a natural pharmaceutical science that uses various plants, minerals or animals in very small dose to stimulate the sick person’s natural defences.
Homoeopathy is not an upstart branch of medicine. Known to the Greeks in the fifth century, Homoeopathy was introduced in the nineteenth century by the German. Doctor, Samuel Hahnemann, as a safe alternative therapy. By the turn of the twentieth century, Homoeopathy had gained widespread support and was practiced by most doctors in more than fifty countries throughout the world.
Homoeopathy is essentially a natural healing process in which the remedies assist the patient to regain health by stimulating the body’s natural healing forces. The choice of the remedy depends more on the patient’s individual reaction to illness, mentally and emotionally, than on the signs and symptoms characteristic of the disease. Homoeopathy, therefore, is concerned with the whole person rather than treating the patient simply as a bearer of disease.
By virtue of their infinite dilution, homoeopathic remedies are completely safe and non-addictive, with no unwanted side-effects, even for babies, children, nursing mothers and during pregnancy , The small doses used in homeopathic medicines make them extremely safe. Of course, it is important to know how to prescribe the medicines.
The success of homoeopathy clinically has been
demonstrated by its international adoption and effectiveness in treatment of
millions of people worldwide. It has often been successful when all other forms
of treatment have failed.
Homoeopathy is recognized by Act of Parliament and accepted as a safe alternative form of medical treatment. It is practiced by doctors who are fully qualified through conventional medical training and are recognized by the General Medical Council. Homoeopathic prescriptions are available under the National Health Service. Homoeopathy has received the patronage of the Royal Family for six generations. It is practiced and available through Social Security services of most European Community Member States.
A homeopathic doctor will ask you multiple questions to diagnose your illness and provide treatment along with medical advice. It is always advisable to consult a homeopathic doctor in the beginning so that recovery is quick.
Homeopathic remedies are safe and very
effective for children. As Homeopathic remedies will bring the balance in the
system to strengthen the resistance. One can start Homeopathy as early as
possible to let them grow healthily from the beginning. Single remedy for
multiple symptoms in very minimal dose is offered in Homeopathy. Homeopathic
remedies are loved by kids because as the pills are sweet.
We suggest it is not safe to visit a clinic during the Pandemic and treatment for the majority of the diseases can be done through online consultation and home delivery of medicines. Since homeopathy has treatment for most of chronic diseases, it is beneficial to choose homeopathy as you can find long-term relief from the sufferings even by being at home.
Actually, homeopathy is quite popular in many countries in the world. As for homeopathy in the INDIA, it was also very popular here. At the turn of the century, 15% of physicians were homeopathic physicians. Homeopathy is particularly popular in France, England, Germany, Greece, Pakistan, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and South Africa
Yes, you can talk about your health issues with our online doctor so that early diagnosis helps in quick recovery. For diagnosis purposes, certain questions are asked, screenings and treatment may be required.
It is possible to take them together, though the homeopathic medicines often work fast and well enough that the person does not need to take conventional drugs.
Yes, based on the health problems the physical assess your health concern and may ask you for the appropriate lab test. Upon complete screening and diagnosis, medicines are delivered to your home
There is no specific time limit for consultation. Our doctors are trained to provide online consultation in assessing your health problems. Normally, a homeopathic doctor spends sufficient time on every sick person as part of the consultation as the procedure in homeopathic treatment is very laborious. So rest assured, your health problems will be attended in a whole to understand them.
A homeopath or homeopathic doctor is a registered practitioner and he is qualified to assess your health problem and make you understand. Yes, you can consult a homeopathic doctor online. A homeopath will analyze your health problems, he may ask for investigations if required and finally arrive at his prescription along with medical advice to be followed.
Although they are completely different in their preparation and action, homoeopathic medicines look exactly like any other medicines. They may be in the form of tablets, granules and liquids, all prepared to the highest quality standards from pure, natural sources. The tablets and granules are sweet tasting, and even a child given an incorrect dosage will experience no harmful effects.
Properly stored, the medicines have an indefinite shelf life. However, it is expedient to change a medicine after five years or earlier if there is evidence of discoloration.
Tablets should not be handled. Tip the tablets into the cap of the container then drop them into the mouth. Best results are obtained by chewing and sucking the tablets. Do not take them with food or drink.
In acute conditions, a dose should be taken every two hours for up to six times in one day. There after take three times daily until better. In chronic conditions, a dose is taken three times daily for one week. Repeat in ten days if required. (For children and infants the dose is the same but it can be crushed).
If you notice an improvement in your symptoms then increase the interval between doses. If the improvement continues then stop dosing altogether. If the symptoms recur, then restart your treatment.
A difficult question to answer for every case, whatever the symptoms, some feeling of well-being should be experienced within one week, even though the symptoms remain. If this is entirely absent during two weeks of starting treatment, and then an alternative medicine should be considered.
Yes, perfectly safe. You cannot possibly harm a child or even an infant. They can be given safely even to the youngest infant. If your child should accidently take all the tablets from a container, it will do no harm.
Homeopathic remedies can work fast. Often, people suffering from some kinds of headache find relief within minutes. It may take a while to get complete benefit depending on the condition of the individual. Most individuals with acute conditions find relief in one or two days. People start feeling better in few days in chronic conditions as chronic conditions develop over a period of time.
Homeopathy acts quickly without causing any side effects. The homeopathic system which is proved on human beings is very effective in both acute and chronic conditions. It address the problem from the root and establishes harmony in health and avoids frequent visits to Health care providers for different problems. Homeopathic remedies are sweet and every one especially kids love to eat. Homeopathy can be started depending on the current condition instead of waiting, thereby avoiding the deterioration of health and preventing further complications. Homeopathic remedies offer good health.
Acute conditions: Acute conditions have rapid onset with severity and them lasts for short duration. People find relief in acute conditions in few hours to few days depending on the condition and severity. Some Acute problems are seasonal; many people get them at the same time of year. Chronic conditions have slow onset and long duration. In chronic conditions, individuals start feeling better within a few days after taking suitable homeopathic remedy. Usually chronic conditions have acute episodes (e.g. getting pain once a week) in their course. Progress of case determined by degree of relief, frequency and duration of the acute episode. During the homeopathic program, one may experience better degree of relief and increased gap between episodes. Most of the chronic problems are complicated with multiple levels of problems. Good health is achieved by restoring comfortable balance in whole health.