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Ammoniacum Dorema is a homeopathic remedy specifically suitable for the aged and feeble, particularly in cases of chronic bronchitis.

It is characterized by a disposition towards ill humor and sensitivity to cold.

Individuals requiring Ammoniacum Dorema may experience sensations of burning and scratching in the neck and oesophagus.

AMMONIACUM DOREMA

SOURCE INFORMATION

    • Ingdom: Plantae
    • Division (Phylum): Magnoliophyta
    • Class: Magnoliopsida
    • Order: Apiales
    • Family: Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)
    • Genus: Dorema
    • Species: ammoniacum

Common Names

    • Ammoniacum
    • Gum Ammoniac
    • Dorema Gum
  • Gum Ammoniac is a resin obtained from various species of the plant Dorema ammoniacum, primarily found in the regions of Iran and Afghanistan.
  • The gum is extracted by making incisions in the stems of the plant, and the exuded gum is collected, dried, and processed to form the homeopathic remedy.

PREPARATION

The gum is collected, processed, and potentized according to homeopathic principles to create Ammoniacum Dorema. Through the process of potentization, the medicinal properties of the gum are harnessed, making it a therapeutic agent with specific indications in homeopathy.

KEY SYMPTOMS AND MODALITIES

  • Disposition: Ill humor.
  • Sensitivity: Particularly sensitive to cold.
  • Sensations: Burning and scratching sensations in the neck and esophagus.
  • Headache: Catarrhal headache due to the closure of frontal sinuses.
  • Eyes: Diminished sight with the presence of stars and fiery points, especially after reading.
  • Throat: Dry throat worsened by inhaling fresh air, full feeling, burning, and scraping sensations. Sensation of something stuck in the oesophagus after eating.
  • Respiratory: Difficulty in breathing, chronic bronchial catarrh, large accumulation of purulent matter with feeble expectoration, exacerbated in cold weather. Tough and hard mucus. Strengthened heartbeats extending to the pit of the stomach. Coarse rattling in the chest, particularly in elderly individuals.

RELATIONSHIPS

  • Antidotes: Bryonia, Arnica.
  • Comparison: Senega, Tartar emetic, Balsam Peru.

DOSAGE: Third trituration is recommended for Ammoniacum Dorema.

FREQUENTLY ASKE DQUESTIONS

  1. What age group is Ammoniacum Dorema particularly suitable for?
    • Ammoniacum Dorema is especially indicated for the aged and feeble.
  2. What are the common symptoms in the respiratory system that indicate the use of Ammoniacum Dorema?
    • Individuals requiring Ammoniacum Dorema may experience difficulty in breathing, chronic bronchial catarrh, and the presence of a large accumulation of purulent matter with feeble expectoration, particularly worsened in cold weather.
  3. How is the throat affected in cases requiring Ammoniacum Dorema?
    • The throat may exhibit dryness, worsened by inhaling fresh air. There is a full feeling, along with burning and scraping sensations. After eating, there may be a sensation of something stuck in the esophagus, leading to frequent swallowing.
  4. Which remedies can be compared with Ammoniacum Dorema?
    • Ammoniacum Dorema can be compared with Senega, Tartar emetic, and Balsam Peru in terms of clinical indications and symptomatology.
  5. What is the recommended dosage of Ammoniacum Dorema?
    • The recommended dosage for Ammoniacum Dorema is the third trituration.

It is advisable to seek guidance from a qualified homeopathic practitioner for the accurate diagnosis and prescription of homeopathic remedies.