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Dr. George Wigg of Portland, Oregon proved Iris -t. in the later part of 1885. He pu blished
the proving under the name of Iris minor. This, as Heath later showed, is a local name only, its true botanical
name is Iris tenax.
Dr. Wigg particularly noted the absence of saliva with dry mouth. Burnin…

Iris-fl. gives an odor of violets to the breath and communicates to vinegar a flavor of
raspberries, hence is used in the manufacture of raspberry vinegar.
Powdered orris root has been used as an application to the hair and in some young girls has produced violent

symptoms.
Headaches and gid…

Iridium is a rare metal of the platinum group, found in platinum ore. It is one of the heaviest
known substances. It shares with Osm., Pall, and Plat, a place in the treatment of rheumatism and gout.
Boring, contracting pains. Sensations of being swollen, blown up, heavy, full. Shocks and twitchin…

Source: Derived from the dried root of Carapichea ipecacuanha (formerly Cephaelis. ipecacuanha), a plant in the Rubiaceae family, native to South America, prepared for homeopathic. use through maceration, serial dilution, and succussion to eliminate toxicity and enhance therapeutic. action. Traditional Context: Historically employed in homeopathy for respiratory, digestive,. gynecological, psychological, and systemic disorders, particularly those involving nausea,. vomiting, and spasmodic cough. It is noted for symptoms such as persistent nausea, violent. coughing, hemorrhagic tendencies, and irritability, often aggravated by warmth, motion, or eating,. and ameliorated by rest, open air, or cold drinks. Modern Context: Indicated for respiratory conditions (e.g., asthma, whooping cough), digestive. conditions (e.g., nausea, vomiting, gastritis), gynecological conditions (e.g., menorrhagia, morning. sickness), psychological conditions (e.g., irritability, anxiety), and systemic conditions (e.g., fever,. hemorrhagic diathesis). It suits patients with acute or chronic symptoms characterized by persistent. nausea, spasmodic cough , heavy bleeding , or emotional irritability , typically exacerbated by. warmth, motion, or eating, and often seen in individuals with acute respiratory infections,. gastrointestinal disorders, or stress-related irritability. The remedy is particularly relevant for those. with a sensitive, chilly constitution, often presenting with physical symptoms like retching or. bloody discharge alongside psychological symptoms like impatience or anxiety, commonly. observed in patients with pertussis, hyperemesis gravidarum, or generalized anxiety disorder. triggered by physical or emotional stressors.

Key Modern Features:

• Respiratory/Cardiovascular: Violent, spasmodic cough, with choking or gagging, resembling whooping cough or. spasmodic bronchitis, worse with warmth, motion, or lying down. Wheezing or dyspnea, with a sensation of tightness or suffocation, resembling. asthma, aggravated by warm air, humidity, or night. Expectoration of frothy or bloody mucus, with a tendency to aggravation in. infectious states, resembling bronchiectasis, worse with warmth or exertion. Tendency to respiratory hypersensitivity, with aggravation in spasmodic or allergic. states. Digestive:. Persistent nausea or vomiting, with a sensation of unrelieved retching, resembling. hyperemesis gravidarum or gastritis, worse with eating, warmth, or motion. Abdominal pain or cramps, with a sensation of fullness or burning, resembling. functional dyspepsia or gastroenteritis, aggravated by food, emotional stress, or. night. Loss of appetite or aversion to food, with a tendency to aggravation in nauseous. states, resembling chemotherapy-induced nausea, worse with warmth or smells. Tendency to digestive hypersensitivity, with aggravation in inflammatory or. psychosomatic states. Gynecological:. Heavy menstrual bleeding or menorrhagia, with bright red or clotted blood,. resembling dysfunctional uterine bleeding, worse with motion, warmth, or emotional. stress. Uterine hemorrhage or postpartum bleeding, with a sensation of flooding, resembling. postpartum hemorrhage, aggravated by exertion or night. Morning sickness or nausea in pregnancy, with a tendency to aggravation in early. gestation, resembling hyperemesis gravidarum, worse with warmth or food smells. Tendency to gynecological hypersensitivity, with aggravation in hemorrhagic or. hormonal states. Psychological:. Irritability or impatience, with a tendency to feel easily provoked or dissatisfied,. resembling adjustment disorder, worse with physical discomfort, warmth, or. confinement. Ipecacuanha (Ipecac) 1071. Anxiety or restlessness, with a sensation of inner tension or unease, resembling. generalized anxiety disorder, aggravated by nausea, pain, or night. Mood swings or emotional sensitivity, with a tendency to feel overwhelmed,. resembling premenstrual syndrome, worse with emotional stress or warmth. Tendency to psychological hypersensitivity, with aggravation during respiratory or. digestive flare-ups. Systemic:. Fever or chills, with a sensation of heat or shivering, resembling systemic. inflammatory response syndrome, worse with warmth, exertion, or emotional stress. Hemorrhagic tendencies, with epistaxis, hematemesis, or easy bruising, resembling. bleeding disorders, aggravated by warmth, motion, or infection. Fatigue or weakness, with a sensation of prostration or heaviness, resembling post-. infectious fatigue, worse with warmth or exertion. Tendency to systemic irritability, with aggravation in febrile or hemorrhagic states.
• Systemic/Inflammation: Fever or chills, with a sensation of heat or shivering, resembling systemic. inflammatory response syndrome, worse with warmth, exertion, or emotional stress. Hemorrhagic tendencies, with epistaxis, hematemesis, or easy bruising, resembling. bleeding disorders, aggravated by warmth, motion, or infection. Fatigue or weakness, with a sensation of prostration or heaviness, resembling post-. infectious fatigue, worse with warmth or exertion. Tendency to systemic irritability, with aggravation in febrile or hemorrhagic states.

Source: Derived from elemental iodine, a non-metallic halogen, prepared for homeopathic use. through serial dilution and succussion to eliminate toxicity and enhance therapeutic action. Traditional Context: Historically employed in homeopathy for endocrine, respiratory,. cardiovascular, psychological, and systemic disorders , particularly those involving glandular. hyperactivity, emaciation, and restlessness. It is noted for symptoms such as thyroid enlargement,. rapid metabolism, chronic cough, anxiety, and wasting, often aggravated by warmth, rest, or fasting,. and ameliorated by cold air, eating, or motion. Modern Context: Indicated for endocrine conditions (e.g., hyperthyroidism, goiter), respiratory. conditions (e.g., chronic bronchitis, asthma), cardiovascular conditions (e.g., palpitations,. hypertension), psychological conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression), and systemic conditions (e.g.,. cachexia, fatigue). It suits patients with acute or chronic symptoms characterized by glandular. hyperactivity, rapid metabolism , respiratory distress , emotional restlessness , or emaciation,. typically exacerbated by warmth, rest, or fasting, and often seen in individuals with thyroid. disorders, chronic respiratory conditions, or stress-related anxiety. The remedy is particularly. relevant for those with a hypermetabolic, restless constitution, often presenting with physical. symptoms like weight loss or palpitations alongside psychological symptoms like irritability or. nervousness, commonly observed in patients with Graves’ disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary. disease, or generalized anxiety disorder triggered by metabolic or environmental stressors.

Key Modern Features:

• Respiratory/Cardiovascular: Chronic cough or expectoration, with a sensation of rawness or tickling, resembling. chronic bronchitis, worse with rest, warm air, or lying down. Dyspnea or wheezing, with a sensation of tightness or suffocation, resembling. asthma or COPD, aggravated by warmth, humidity, or night. Hoarseness or throat irritation, with a tendency to aggravation in warm conditions,. resembling laryngitis, worse with talking or rest. Tendency to respiratory hypersensitivity, with aggravation in chronic or allergic. states. Palpitations or tachycardia, with a sensation of pounding or fluttering, resembling. supraventricular tachycardia, worse with emotional stress, warmth, or rest. Hypertension or chest pain, with a sensation of pressure or constriction, resembling. hypertensive crisis or angina, aggravated by fasting, night, or exertion. Flushing or heat sensations, with a tendency to aggravation in emotional states,. resembling vasomotor instability, worse with warmth or stress. Tendency to cardiovascular hypersensitivity, with aggravation in hypermetabolic or. stressed states. Psychological:. Anxiety or nervousness, with a sensation of restlessness or impending doom,. resembling generalized anxiety disorder, worse with rest, warmth, or night. Irritability or impatience, with a tendency to feel easily provoked, resembling. adjustment disorder, aggravated by fasting, emotional stress, or confinement. Depression or low mood, with a tendency to feel hopeless or overwhelmed,. resembling major depressive disorder, worse with rest or solitude. Iodum (Iodine) 1060. Tendency to psychological hypersensitivity, with aggravation during metabolic or. respiratory flare-ups. Systemic:. Cachexia or emaciation, with a sensation of wasting or weakness, resembling. malignancy-related cachexia, worse with warmth, fasting, or exertion. Fatigue or exhaustion, with a sensation of prostration or heaviness, resembling. chronic fatigue syndrome, aggravated by rest, warmth, or emotional stress. Hypersensitivity to external stimuli (e.g., warmth, noise, odors), resembling sensory. processing disorder, worse with fasting or fatigue. Tendency to systemic irritability, with aggravation in hypermetabolic or cachectic. states.
• Systemic/Inflammation: Cachexia or emaciation, with a sensation of wasting or weakness, resembling. malignancy-related cachexia, worse with warmth, fasting, or exertion. Fatigue or exhaustion, with a sensation of prostration or heaviness, resembling. chronic fatigue syndrome, aggravated by rest, warmth, or emotional stress. Hypersensitivity to external stimuli (e.g., warmth, noise, odors), resembling sensory. processing disorder, worse with fasting or fatigue. Tendency to systemic irritability, with aggravation in hypermetabolic or cachectic. states.

Fischer proved the root juice. Clinical experience added to and con firmed many of the
traditional symptoms, including the old reputation of the remedy in coughs.
A pronounced effect was observed in the pelvic organs, pre ssing and dragging towards the rectum and
genitals. Bearingdown sensation i…

Indium received its name from the indigo blue line in the spectrum through which its
presence was discovered in Zinc-blend. It is a rare metal, nearly like lead in appearance and softness.
Indium was proved under the direction of Bell, and the symptoms mark it out as allied in action to Sei. and…

It has been extensively proved by homeopaths and observations have also been made of
its effects on epileptic patients who were receiving large doses from old -school practitioners.
Marked action on the nervous system. Epilepsy, when the attacks are preceded by a furious excitable
disposition fo…

Ilx-a. has been used in coughs, pleurisy, colic, gout and rheuma tism. Infiltration of cornea,
staphyloma, nightly burning in orbits, rheumatic inflammation of eye. Intermittent fever. Marked eye symptoms,
spleen pain. All symptoms better in winter.
COMMENTS – Cooper cured spleen pain with it. Hi…

Source: Derived from the seeds of Strychnos ignatii, a tree in the Loganiaceae family, native to the. Philippines and Southeast Asia, prepared for homeopathic use through maceration, serial dilution,. and succussion to eliminate toxicity and enhance therapeutic action. Traditional Context: Historically employed in homeopathy for psychological, neurological,. respiratory, digestive, and systemic disorders , particularly those involving emotional sensitivity,. grief, and spasmodic symptoms. It is noted for symptoms such as contradictory moods, sighing. respiration, throat lump sensation, and spasmodic pains, often aggravated by emotional stress, grief,. or cold, and ameliorated by distraction, warmth, or deep breathing. Modern Context: Indicated for psychological conditions (e.g., grief, depression, anxiety),. neurological conditions (e.g., tension headaches, neuralgia), respiratory conditions (e.g.,. spasmodic cough, asthma), digestive conditions (e.g., globus hystericus, irritable bowel syndrome),. and systemic conditions (e.g., fatigue, hypersensitivity). It suits patients with acute or chronic. symptoms characterized by emotional volatility, spasmodic symptoms, grief reactions, or. physical tension, typically exacerbated by emotional stress, grief, or cold, and often seen in. individuals with acute stress reactions, mood disorders, or psychosomatic complaints. The remedy. is particularly relevant for those with a sensitive, idealistic constitution, often presenting with. psychological symptoms like mood swings or suppressed grief alongside physical symptoms like. throat tightness or abdominal cramps, commonly observed in patients with prolonged grief disorder,. generalized anxiety disorder, or somatic symptom disorder triggered by loss, rejection, or emotional. upheaval.

Key Modern Features:

• Respiratory/Cardiovascular: Spasmodic cough or sighing respiration, with a sensation of throat constriction,. resembling psychogenic cough or hyperventilation syndrome, worse with grief, cold. air, or lying down. Chest tightness or wheezing, with a tendency to aggravation in emotional states,. resembling asthma, aggravated by cold, stress, or night. Throat lump sensation (globus hystericus), with a feeling of choking or tightness,. resembling somatic symptom disorder, worse with emotional stress or swallowing. Tendency to respiratory hypersensitivity, with aggravation in emotional or spasmodic. states. Digestive:. Globus hystericus or throat tightness, with a sensation of a lump or obstruction,. resembling functional dyspepsia, worse with emotional stress, grief, or fasting. Ignatia amara (St. Ignatius Bean) 1049. Abdominal cramps or bloating, with a sensation of fullness or spasms, resembling. irritable bowel syndrome, aggravated by cold, emotional upset, or heavy meals. Nausea or loss of appetite, with a sensation of emptiness or burning, resembling. stress-induced gastritis, worse with grief or night. Tendency to digestive hypersensitivity, with aggravation in emotional or. psychosomatic states. Systemic:. Fatigue or weakness, with a sensation of heaviness or prostration, resembling chronic. fatigue syndrome or post-stress exhaustion, worse with cold, exertion, or emotional. stress. Chilliness or cold intolerance, with aggravation in cold, damp conditions and a desire. for warmth or distraction. Hypersensitivity to external stimuli (e.g., noise, cold, odors), resembling sensory. processing disorder, worse with emotional stress or fatigue. Tendency to systemic irritability, with aggravation in emotional or fatigued states.
• Systemic/Inflammation: Fatigue or weakness, with a sensation of heaviness or prostration, resembling chronic. fatigue syndrome or post-stress exhaustion, worse with cold, exertion, or emotional. stress. Chilliness or cold intolerance, with aggravation in cold, damp conditions and a desire. for warmth or distraction. Hypersensitivity to external stimuli (e.g., noise, cold, odors), resembling sensory. processing disorder, worse with emotional stress or fatigue. Tendency to systemic irritability, with aggravation in emotional or fatigued states.