CAJUPUTUM

SOURCE INFORMATION

Scientific Classification

• Kingdom: Plantae
• Order: Myrtales
• Family: Myrtaceae
• Genus: Melaleuca
• Species: Melaleuca cajuputi

Origin

Cajuputum is derived from the oil extracted from the leaves of the Cajuput tree (Melaleuca cajuputi), native to Southeast Asia and Australia.

Historical Facts

• The Cajuput tree has a long history of traditional use in Southeast Asian and Australian folk medicine for its medicinal properties.
• Its oil has been used topically for its antiseptic and analgesic effects and internally for various respiratory and digestive ailments.

DRUG PATHOGENESIS

• Cajuputum acts similarly to Oil of Cloves and is indicated for flatulence, tongue affections, and nervous dyspnoea.
• It can cause copious diaphoresis and is used for retrocedent gout and non-inflammatory neuralgic affections.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS

• Sense of enlargement, particularly in the head.
• Persistent sensation of choking and spasmodic stricture of the esophagus.
• Feeling of constriction on swallowing solid food.
• Swollen tongue that fills the whole mouth.
• Hiccough, especially on slight provocation.
• Flatulence colic and tympanites (abdominal distension).
• Nervous distention of the bowels and spasmodic cholera.

PARTICULAR ORGAN SYMPTOMS

HEAD

• Sensation of much enlargement.
• Feeling as if one cannot get oneself together.

MOUTH

• Persistent sensation of choking and spasmodic stricture of the esophagus.
• Constricted sensation on swallowing solid food.
• Swollen tongue that fills the whole mouth.

STOMACH

• Hiccough, especially triggered easily.

ABDOMEN

• Flatulence colic and tympanites.
• Nervous distention of the bowels.
• Urine may smell like cat’s urine.
• Spasmodic cholera. 

MODALITIES

Symptoms worsen around 5 am and at night.

WHAT ARE MODALITIES IN HOMOEOPATHY?

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHER DRUGS

Compare with Bovista, Nux moschata, Asafoetida, Ignatia, and Baptisia for similar symptoms and indications.

DOSE

• First to third potency is recommended, with 5 drops of the oil.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Cajuputum?

A: Cajuputum, or Cajuput Oil, is a homeopathic remedy derived from the oil of the Cajuput tree. It is used for flatulence, tongue affections, and various nervous conditions.

Q: What are some key characteristics of Cajuputum?

A: Key characteristics of Cajuputum include a sense of enlargement, persistent sensation of choking, swollen tongue, hiccough, and flatulence colic.

Q: How should Cajuputum be dosed?

A: Cajuputum is typically prescribed in potencies ranging from first to third, with 5 drops of the oil.