Homeopathy
Homeopathy is a system of medicine that uses highly dilute preparations made from plants, minerals, or animals to stimulate healing.
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- Q Can Oscillococcinum cause an allergic reaction?
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Avoid with known allergy/hypersensitivity to Oscillococcinum® or to any component of the formulation.You should read product labels, and discuss all therapies with a qualified healthcare provider. Natural Standard information does not constitute... Full Answer
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- Q If I give my child Oscillococcinum, how much should I give?
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Children (under 18 years old):There is a lack of safety information regarding the use of Oscillococcinum® in children less than two years old.For cold or flu symptoms, dosing is based on manufacturer instructions (for children two years of age and... Full Answer
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- Q If I take Oscillococcinum, how much should I take?
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Adults (18 years and older):Oscillococcinum® reportedly is most effective when taken immediately upon the onset of flu symptoms.For cold or flu symptoms, dosing is based on manufacturer instructions. The entire contents of one tube should be... Full Answer
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- Q What is Oscillococcinum?
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Oscillococcinum® (Anas barbariae hepatis et cordis extractum200CK HPUS), a patented homeopathic preparation manufactured by a French-based company (Boiron Laboratories), is marketed and widely used for the treatment and prevention of influenza... Full Answer
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- Q What is arsenicum album?
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Arsenic is an element found naturally in the earth in the form of arsenopyrite ore. Arsenic and all its compounds are highly toxic and may cause death. Arsenicum album (white arsenic) is a homeopathic remedy prepared from arsenic trioxide powder (As2O3).... Full Answer
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- Q Is homeopathy safe?
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The consumption of homeopathic medications is considered safe because the substances are highly diluted, and therefore, benign. However, there is concern in the medical community that the practice of homeopathy may keep sick people from getting... Full Answer
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- Q Can wild lettuce extract help me sleep?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyIf you have a hard time sleeping, you’re not alone. Researchers estimate one in three of us suffer from a form of insomnia. As an easy fix, Dr. Oz recommends you try taking 30 mg of wild lettuce extract before bedtime. Also known as... Full Answer
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- Q Do Similasan Healthy Relief Children's Ear Drops contain ragweed?
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmacySimilasan Healthy Relief Children's Earache Relief Ear Drops contain chamomile. Chamomile is an herb that comes from the same family as ragweed. If your child is allergic to ragweed, do not give him Similasan Healthy Relief Children's Earache... Full Answer
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- Q Who should not use Similasan Children's Earache Relief?
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmacySimilasan Children's Earache Relief should not be used if there is ear discharge, drainage, irritation, rash or fever. If the child is dizzy, the medication should not be used. The drops should not be used in ears with ear tubes, damaged ear drums or... Full Answer
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- Q Could my child be allergic to Similasan Children's Earache Relief?
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmacyYour child could be allergic to Similasan Healthy Relief Children's Earache Relief Ear Drops. These ear drops contain chamomile extract. Chamomile is an herb that comes from the same family as daisies and ragweed. If your child is allergic to... Full Answer
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