FAQ

No, not at all. The pills of homeopathic medicines are made from sugar but they are not placebos, they work only as vehicles to transport the homeopathic medicines. Actual medicine is prepared from various natural sources - plant, animal and mineral sources, and is poured over the pills and dispensed as medications. Homeopathic medicines are also available in liquid form called mother tinctures, which can be administered directly or by diluting them in water whenever required.

What seems so is not true. The white pills which are dispensed from a homeopath are only neutral substance which works only as a carrier or vehicle to transport the actual homeopathic medicine. The homeopathic medication are actually sprinkled over the white pills. When the actual drug is poured on these white pills they get coated with the curative power of the drug. Homeopathic medicines are available in various different potencies / dosage as to best suit different patients. There are about 3000 homeopathic medicines and 10 variable potencies (dosage of medicines) of each medicine so minimum 30,000 various permutation and combinations are utilized.

It is a myth that medicines act slowly. Its action is quick and the effect lasts much longer. The disease is cured from its roots. The time taken for the cure is proportionate to the chronicity of the ailment. In fact if a patient seeks homoeopathic treatment at the onset of an ailment, he stands great chances of a really quick recovery. Also in acute illnesses homoeopathic medicines act fast and effectively.

No. It is a huge misconception that has been developing in the recent times. Due in many cases after seeing the improvement in a very short time people think that homeopaths give steroids. All homoeopathic medicines are prepared by using scientific predefined methods of extracting the medicinal properties from source substances. There is no scope or need to adulterate the derived medicines with any other substances, as this would completely obliterate the curative properties of the same. If the patient has any doubts, please do satisfactory investigation and research about homeopathic pharmaceuticals companies who make this medicine. he should check the medicines from a standard laboratory before consuming any quantity.

Yes why not? As the daily dietary intake of sugar by a person would normally far exceed the minuscule quantity consumed in the form of homeopathic pills (Approximately the quantity of sugar consumed with 1 cup of tea is same as being consumed by entire week of Homeopathic medication). The patient also has an option of taking the medicines in liquid form, or by inhalation. Besides this, homeopathic pills are composed of lactose that is not harmful even for diabetes.

Yes, its true that the Homeopathic tablets (but not pills) are made up of lactose, but in a very small amount. The quantity of lactose in these tablets is substantially less than the one that leads to symptomatic manifestation after ingestion of lactose in people who have 'lactose intolerance'. Since these tablets are one form of the drug - vehicles, the medicine can also be given in dilution form (water - based), thus completely avoiding the lactose - content, if needed.

For any particular disease or illness, google search engine or any other source will indicate hundreds of remedies to choose from. It is a skill and knowledge of a homeopath, through the extensive training she has received, to select a most appropriate remedy out of the enormous choices. Only the most best suited remedy can provide a rapid and permanent cure. Thus it is wiser and recommended to take a professional consultation instead of trying out the health - products that are available in drug - stores, which are primarily a mixture of few commonly indicated and prescribed remedies for the complaint, since your condition may require a more specific remedy. Apart from the selection of a remedy, a prescription also involves deciding the correct potency (dosage - strength) and the number of doses to be taken within a day's time (frequency of dosage or direction to take the medication). An error in assessing either of these will not give the desirable result.

Yes, Homeopathic medicines are fully regulated as drugs by the United States FDA, governed by the 'Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States'.

Homeopathic treatment can act as quick as any other medicinal system. For acute conditions like common cold, influenza, allergies, etc, the cure will be relatively faster, while for the chronic ailments, treatment duration can be long, depending on the pathological progression of the disease.

Homeopathy is safe for all ages and can be safely administered in all medical conditions. Homeopathic treatment is very safe and popular for an expectant mother, breastfeeding moms and for even a newborn babies. Children love to take homeopathic medicine since it is sweet and easy to take. In fact, they remind their parents for the doses, making it a 'Kids - Friendly' therapy.

Homeopathic treatment does not call for any kind of 'strict' diet - restriction for its effectivity. One can consume water since its odourless and non - stimulating along with the medicine if its unavoidable. As medicines are left to be absorbed on the tongue the patient is advised to abstain from eating or drinking any thing 15 minutes before and after taking the medicine. Also minimise or avoid raw onion, raw garlic, coffee, menthol, camphor or any strong smelling substances. These may act as antidotes to the homeopathic medicines.

No, there are no side effects of homeopathic medicines and thus considered very safe even for an expectant mother, breastfeeding moms and for even a newborn babies and can be administered in all diseases at all stages.

Homeopathy, not only treats the disease but it also treats the person who suffers from the disease at the same time. Homeopathy treats the person as a whole. The medicines given in homeopathic treatment are based on the constitution of an individual.

Yes. It is absolutely safe to start and continue homeopathic treatment even when you are on the other modes of treatment. Medicines you are currently being prescribed. There is also no harm in taking supplements and vitamins along with homeopathic treatment.

Homeopathic case - taking which is also called a history taking is a relatively lengthy process and includes series of usual and unique questions which may or may not being asked previously during treatment for the same. Other than patient's current complaints, a homeopath may ask about past medical, surgical, family health history, personal questions regarding likings, dis - likings, sleep & dream related questions. Homeoapth may have questions regarding your mental and emotional health and also about your life situation. All these above questions makes the consultation very unique and tailored but lengthy.

Yes, As homeopathy is a holistic medical practice that treats a person as a whole and thus addresses the underlying issues that lead to modern lifestyle health problems. Homeopathy can offer an effective solution for mental problems like stress, anxiety, depression and many other. Homeopathy can definitely be used as treatment to stress induced ailments ranging from fatigue, sleeplessness / insomnia, headache (migraine), irritability, indigestion, hypertension, asthma, and endocrine problems like diabetes, thyroid etc. Homeopathic treatment works with your body's own healing powers - immunity and treats the individual as a whole, treats all your symptoms at all levels of your being - physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.

Homeopathy has much to offer in the field of de - addiction. It helps by removing the craving for tobacco chewing, cigarette smoking, and alcoholism. Homeopathic treatment boosts general health, increases self - control and confidence in overcoming their addiction.