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Homeopathic Remedies for

Gallstones

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Introduction

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Small stones in the gall bladder

are common, and many people

are not aware they have them

until a distressing episode

occurs. If a gallstone moves

into the duct that carries bile,

and stretches it or gets stuck, distressing symptoms (such as

abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, chills, even jaundice)

can result. Some remedies may be helpful as first-aid for pain

relief, but medical care is required in these situations. A

constitutional remedy chosen by an experienced prescriber is

the most appropriate way to treat deep-seated, serious, or

chronic conditions. Remedies below have been helpful to some

people with gallstones. They are mentioned here to introduce a

few of the possibilities homeopathy can offer, and not as

recommendations for self-treatment.

For dosage information, please read the information at the end

of this section. See also “Using Homeopathy With Professional

Guidance” in What Is Homeopathy?

Berberis vulgaris: This remedy may be indicated when

stitching pains extend from the gallbladder region to the

stomach and sometimes to the shoulder. Sharp twinges

radiating outward can be felt in the groin and pelvic bones and

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radiating outward can be felt in the groin and pelvic bones and

may seem to come from the lower back. Pain can be worse

when the person is standing up, and from changing position.

The person may be constipated and have a tendency toward

gout or joint pains. Rapidly changing states (sudden thirst, then

thirstlessness; hunger, then a loss of appetite) can point to this

remedy.

Calcarea carbonica: When a person needing this remedy has

gallbladder problems, the abdomen may feel swollen on the

right and be very sensitive to pressure, with cutting pains that

extend to the chest and are worse from stooping, The person

feels worse from standing, worse from exertion, and better from

lying on the painful side. Calcarea carbonica is often indicated

for people who tire easily, feel cold and sluggish with clammy

hands and feet, crave sweets, and tend to feel anxious and

overwhelmed when ill.

Chelidonium majus: This remedy is often indicated when pain

extends to the back, right shoulder, and shoulder-blade. The

abdomen is distended, with a constricting feeling as if a string

were pulled across it. Pain is worse from motion, and lying on

the left with the legs drawn up may help. The person may feel

nauseous, especially after eating fat or drinking something cold

(warm drinks stay down more easily). The person may feel tired,

worse from being cold, and worse in the early morning.

Colocynthis: Cutting, cramping pains that make a person

double over or want to lie down and put hard pressure on the

abdomen may indicate a need for this remedy. Pain in the upper

right abdomen, extending to the shoulder, may also be seen. A

person needing this remedy may have aggravated physical

symptoms after feeling angry or emotional, especially after

suppressing those feelings.

Dioscorea: This remedy is indicated when abdominal pain from

gallstones is relieved by bending backward, and is worse when

the person is bending forward or lying flat. Standing up and

moving around in open air can also bring improvement. Pains

can spread to the back, chest, and arms, or may shift around.

The person tends to feel worse in the evening and at night, and

also when lying down.

Lycopodium: This remedy is often indicated for people who

have chronic digestive problems with abdominal bloating,

flatulence, and discomfort. Problems are worse from eating, and

the pains may extend from the right side to the left. A person

who needs this remedy typically craves sweets, prefers warm

drinks, and may feel worse in the late afternoon and evening.

Nux vomica: Constricting pains that travel upward, stitching

pains, and a swollen feeling in the upper right part of the

abdomen suggest a need for this remedy. Digestive cramps and

nausea, along with a general feeling of chilliness, are likely. The

person may crave fats, strong spicy foods, alcohol, coffee and

other stimulants, and feel worse from having them. Irritability and

impatience are usually pronounced when this remedy is needed.

Podophyllum: This remedy is sometimes indicated in liver and

gallbladder problems when soreness is felt in the upper right

part of the abdomen along with a feeling of weakness, sinking,

or emptiness. Heat may also be felt in the area. Constipation

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with clay-colored stools that are dry and hard to pass may

alternate with watery diarrhea.

Homeopathy Dosage Directions

Select the remedy that most closely matches the symptoms. In

conditions where self-treatment is appropriate, unless otherwise

directed by a physician, a lower potency (6X, 6C, 12X, 12C, 30X,

or 30C) should be used. In addition, instructions for use are

usually printed on the label.

Many homeopathic physicians suggest that remedies be used

as follows: Take one dose and wait for a response. If

improvement is seen, continue to wait and let the remedy work.

If improvement lags significantly or has clearly stopped, another

dose may be taken. The frequency of dosage varies with the

condition and the individual. Sometimes a dose may be required

several times an hour; other times a dose may be indicated

several times a day; and in some situations, one dose per day

(or less) can be sufficient.

If no response is seen within a reasonable amount of time,

select a different remedy.

For more information, including references, see What is

Homeopathy? and Understanding Homeopathic Potencies.

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