NATRIUM HYPOCHLOROSUM

SOURCE INFORMATION

Scientific Classification

• Chemical Name: Natrium Hypochlorosum
• Common Name: Labarraque’s Solution

Origin and Historical Facts

• Named after Antoine Germain Labarraque, a French chemist who developed the solution in the early 19th century.
• Initially used for its antiseptic properties and later adapted into homeopathic practices for a variety of ailments.

DRUG PATHOGENESIS

• Natrium Hypochlorosum primarily acts on the uterus, middle ear, and systemic constitution.
• It addresses symptoms related to uterine congestion, chronic ear diseases, and general debility.

DETAILED ORGAN SYMPTOMS 

HEAD SYMPTOMS

Vertigo with Aching Across the Forehead

• Patients experience dizziness combined with a persistent, aching pain localized in the forehead region.

Sensation of the Top of the Head Floating Off

• There is a peculiar feeling as if the top portion of the head is detached or floating away, contributing to the sense of imbalance and dizziness.

Clotted Nosebleeds

• Recurrent episodes of nosebleeds where the blood often appears in clotted form, indicating possible issues with blood coagulation or local nasal blood vessel problems.

MOUTH SYMPTOMS

Sore, Irritable Spots Along the Sides of the Tongue and Throat

• The tongue and throat develop painful, irritated areas which are sensitive to touch and may cause discomfort during eating or speaking.

Sore Gums and Swollen Tongue

• The gums are tender and painful, often accompanied by swelling of the tongue which can interfere with normal mouth function.

Aphthous Ulceration and Putrid Taste

• Small, painful ulcers (canker sores) develop in the mouth, often accompanied by a foul or putrid taste that can be distressing for the patient.

Large, Flabby, Furred Tongue with Indentations

• The tongue appears enlarged, soft, and covered with a thick coating.
• Indentations on the sides may indicate that the tongue is pressing against the teeth.

Cough with Loss of Voice (Aphonia)

• Persistent coughing episodes that eventually lead to a complete loss of voice, making it difficult for the patient to speak.

STOMACH SYMPTOMS

Drowsiness After Meals

• A marked tendency to feel sleepy or lethargic following meals, possibly due to digestive sluggishness or systemic weakness.

URINARY SYMPTOMS

Dark Urine with Albumin and Casts

• The urine appears unusually dark and contains albumin and casts, indicating possible kidney dysfunction or severe inflammation.

Diffuse Nephritis and Significant Pain Across the Small of the Back

• Widespread kidney inflammation characterized by severe pain in the lumbar region, suggesting significant renal involvement.

FEMALE SYMPTOMS

Sensation of the Uterus Being Pushed Up When Sitting Down

• Women may feel as if their uterus is being physically lifted or displaced upwards when they sit, causing considerable discomfort.

Feeling of the Uterus Opening and Shutting

• A strange sensation as if the uterus is rhythmically opening and closing, adding to pelvic discomfort.

Violent Uterine Bleeding (Metrorrhagia)

• Episodes of intense, abnormal uterine bleeding which may occur independently of the normal menstrual cycle, leading to significant blood loss and possible anemia.

Leucorrhoea and Backache

• A continuous, whitish vaginal discharge often accompanied by a dull, aching pain in the lower back.

Bearing-Down Sensation Due to a Heavy Uterus

• A feeling of pressure or heaviness in the pelvic area as if the uterus is being pushed downwards, often causing significant discomfort.

Uterine Prolapse and Subinvolution

• The uterus may descend into the vaginal canal (prolapse), and failure of the uterus to return to its normal size after childbirth (subinvolution), both conditions leading to pelvic pressure and pain.

EXTREMITIES SYMPTOMS

Hands Swollen Every Morning

• Swelling of the hands observed consistently each morning, which may subside throughout the day but indicates underlying systemic or circulatory issues.

Extreme Weakness in Ankles and Knees

• Pronounced weakness in the lower limbs, particularly affecting the ankles and knees, making it difficult to stand or walk for prolonged periods.

MODALITIES

• Worse: Morning swelling in hands, sitting down.
• Better: Relief through water intake.

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHER DRUGS

Compare With

• Aur mur nat: Similar uterine symptoms.
• Calc: General debility and systemic weakness.
• Sepia: Uterine displacement and bearing-down sensations.
• Heliotropium: Uterine displacement with active bearing-down sensation and loss of voice; membranous dysmenorrhea.

Antidote

• Pulsatilla: Useful for counteracting the effects of Natrium Hypochlorosum.
• Guaiacum: Effective in treating symptoms reversed by Natrium Hypochlorosum.

DOSE

• Labarraque’s Solution: 15 to 20 drops in water.
• Potency: Third attenuation made with dilute alcohol; lower potencies with water.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What conditions does Natrium Hypochlorosum treat?

• It treats congested and atonic states of the uterus, chronic catarrhal diseases of the middle ear, systemic weaknesses, and various other symptoms related to debility.

What are the key symptoms indicating the need for this remedy?

• Symptoms include uterine congestion, vertigo, swollen hands in the morning, dark urine, and a general feeling of debility.

How is Labarraque’s Solution administered?

• Typically, 15 to 20 drops are taken in water, with the third attenuation made with dilute alcohol.

Are there any antidotes for Natrium Hypochlorosum?

• Yes, Pulsatilla and Guaiacum are commonly used antidotes.

What are the relationships with other drugs?

• It is compared with remedies like Aur mur nat, Calc, Sepia, and Heliotropium for similar symptoms, especially those related to the uterus.