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Apomorphia, derived from the alkaloid generated by the decomposition of Morphine with Hydrochloric Acid, stands out for its remarkable ability to induce swift and effective vomiting. This unique characteristic becomes a pivotal guiding symptom in its homeopathic application.

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SOURCE INFORMATION

  • Morphine with Hydrochloric Acid refers to a chemical compound that combines morphine, an opioid alkaloid derived from the opium poppy, with hydrochloric acid (HCl).
  • Morphine is a potent analgesic (pain-relieving) and narcotic substance commonly used in medicine for pain management, especially in situations of severe pain.

Formation

  • The combination with hydrochloric acid likely results in the formation of a salt, often referred to as morphine hydrochloride. In this salt form, morphine becomes more water-soluble and suitable for pharmaceutical use.
APOMORPHIA

DRUG PHARMACOLOGY

  • Apomorphia’s chief power lies in its ability to induce vomiting promptly. It is preceded by symptoms like nausea, lassitude, and increased secretion of sweat, saliva, mucus, and tears.
  • Indicated in pneumonia with vomiting and combined alcoholism with constant nausea, constipation, and insomnia.
  • Exhibits manifestations in the head and stomach, including vertigo, dilated pupils, intense nausea, and reflex vomiting.
  • Hypodermic injection induces full emesis within minutes, making it useful in specific situations.
  • Caution: Not recommended for opium poisoning; acts as a safe and sure hypnotic in appropriate doses.

CHIEF GUIDING SYMPTOM: SPEEDY VOMITING

  • The primary efficacy of Apomorphia lies in its rapid and efficient induction of vomiting.
  • Vomiting is followed by preceding symptoms such as nausea, lassitude, and increased secretion of sweat, saliva, mucus, and tears.
  • Specifically indicated in pneumonia accompanied by vomiting.
  • Valuable in cases of combined alcoholism, presenting with constant nausea, constipation, and insomnia.

MANIFESTATIONS IN HEAD AND STOMACH

  • Vertigo and dilated pupils.
  • Intense nausea and violent inclination to vomit.
  • Sensation of heat throughout the body, especially in the head.
  • Empty retching and headache, heartburn, and pain between the shoulder blades.
  • Reflex vomiting, notably in pregnancy and seasickness.

NON-HOMEOPATHIC APPLICATIONS

  • Apomorphia, when injected hypodermically in one-sixteenth of a grain, triggers full emesis within five to fifteen minutes, making it a potent agent for inducing vomiting.
  • Caution: Not recommended for use in opium poisoning.
  • Hypodermic administration of Apomorphia in one-thirtieth grain or less serves as a safe and effective hypnotic, particularly effective in cases of delirium, inducing sleep within half an hour.

RECOMMENDED DOSAGE

  • Administer Apomorphia in the third to sixth potency for optimal therapeutic effects.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

  1. What is the chief guiding symptom of Apomorphia?
    • The primary efficacy of Apomorphia lies in its rapid and efficient induction of vomiting.
  2. What are the preceding symptoms of vomiting associated with Apomorphia?
    • Before vomiting, individuals may experience symptoms such as nausea, lassitude, and increased secretion of sweat, saliva, mucus, and tears.
  3. In which conditions is Apomorphia specifically indicated?
    • It is particularly indicated in pneumonia accompanied by vomiting and proves valuable in cases of combined alcoholism, characterized by constant nausea, constipation, and insomnia.
  4. What are the manifestations in the head and stomach associated with Apomorphia?
    • Symptoms include vertigo, dilated pupils, intense nausea, a violent inclination to vomit, a sensation of heat throughout the body (especially in the head), empty retching, headache, heartburn, and pain between the shoulder blades. Reflex vomiting is notable in pregnancy and seasickness.
  5. Are there non-homeopathic applications of Apomorphia?
    • Yes, when injected hypodermically in one-sixteenth of a grain, Apomorphia triggers full emesis within five to fifteen minutes, making it a potent agent for inducing vomiting. However, it is not recommended for use in opium poisoning.
  6. How does Apomorphia act as a hypnotic?
    • Hypodermic administration of Apomorphia in one-thirtieth grain or less serves as a safe and effective hypnotic, particularly useful in cases of delirium, inducing sleep within half an hour.