DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOMEOPATHY AND BIOCHEMIC SYSTEM OF MEDICINE

1. Fundamental Principle

Homeopathy – Based on the Law of Similars (“Like Cures Like”)

• A substance that can cause symptoms in a healthy person can cure the same symptoms in a sick person when given in diluted form.
• Example: Allium Cepa (Onion), which causes watery eyes, is used to treat colds with watery nasal discharge.

Biochemic System – Based on Cellular Deficiency (“Cell Salt Therapy”)

• Diseases arise due to a lack of essential mineral salts in the body.
• Treatment involves supplying the missing cell salts in potentized form.
• Example: Ferrum Phos. 6X is given for iron deficiency and inflammation.

2. Potency and Preparation

Homeopathy – Highly Diluted Remedies (Potentization)

• Homeopathic medicines are prepared using potentization, where substances are repeatedly diluted and shaken (succussed).
• Potencies vary widely (6C, 30C, 200C, 1M, CM, etc.).

Biochemic System – Low Potency Minerals (Trituration)

• Biochemic salts are prepared using trituration, where minerals are ground and diluted with lactose.
• Limited to low potencies (3X, 6X, 12X, etc.) to ensure cellular absorption.

3. Scope of Treatment

Homeopathy – Treats Physical, Mental, and Emotional Symptoms

• Works on the vital force (life energy) and can address deep-seated diseases.
• Treats chronic diseases, mental health issues, genetic tendencies, and acute conditions.

Biochemic System – Restores Physical Mineral Balance

• Works at the cellular level to restore tissue strength and function.
• Most effective for nutritional deficiencies, bone health, inflammation, and structural repair.
• Cannot address deep emotional or hereditary diseases.

4. Type of Medicines Used

Homeopathy – Uses a Wide Range of Substances

• Derived from plants, animals, minerals, and even diseased tissues (nosodes).
• Examples:
  • Plant: Belladonna for fever
  • Mineral: Sulphur for skin diseases
  • Animal: Apis (Bee venom) for swelling
  • Nosode: Tuberculinum for genetic predisposition to tuberculosis

Biochemic System – Only Uses 12 Inorganic Salts

• Based on Dr. Schussler’s 12 cell salts, which are naturally present in the human body.
• Examples:
  • Calcarea Phos. – Bone and teeth health
  • Natrum Mur. – Fluid balance and dehydration
  • Ferrum Phos. – Inflammation and anemia

5. Dosage and Frequency

Homeopathy – Given Based on Symptom Similarity

• Single-dose or repeated doses depending on potency and case type.
• High potencies (200C, 1M) act deeper and need longer gaps between doses.

Biochemic System – Given Based on Deficiency

• Repeated frequently (3-4 times daily) for better mineral absorption.
• Given in low potency (6X or 12X) for long-term use without side effects.

6. Action Mechanism

Homeopathy – Works Through Energy and Vital Force

• The remedy stimulates the body’s self-healing process through energetic resonance.
• The medicine does not contain a physical substance in high potencies.

Biochemic System – Works at the Cellular and Nutritional Level

• Provides actual minerals in potentized form, which cells absorb to restore function.
• Works more like a nutritional supplement but in an energetic form.

7. Speed and Depth of Action

Homeopathy – Deep and Long-Term Action

• Can treat genetic predispositions, chronic illnesses, and emotional imbalances.
• Requires time and careful remedy selection for best results.

Biochemic System – Fast Relief for Physical Complaints

• Works quickly for acute issues like cramps, colds, acidity, and bone healing.
• Needs long-term use for chronic conditions.

8. Side Effects and Safety

Homeopathy – May Cause Initial Aggravation

• Can sometimes cause a healing crisis (temporary worsening of symptoms).
• Requires correct selection to avoid incorrect aggravations.

Biochemic System – Completely Safe and Non-Toxic

• No aggravations or side effects, even in pregnant women, children, and elderly.
• Safe for self-medication.

9. Use in Combination Therapy

Homeopathy – Individualized Treatment

• Remedies are often prescribed one at a time based on individual symptoms.
• Some remedies can be incompatible with each other.

Biochemic System – Can Be Used in Combination

• Multiple salts can be taken together without interaction.
• Combination formulas (e.g., Calc Phos + Ferrum Phos for anemia) are common.

10. Availability and Accessibility

Homeopathy – Requires Detailed Symptom Analysis

• Remedy selection is complex and requires case-taking by an experienced doctor.
• Remedies are available in various potencies and forms (liquid, globules, tablets).

Biochemic System – Easy to Select and Use

• Based on simple mineral deficiency signs.
• Readily available in tablet form and easy for self-medication.