Can babies and children benefit from homeopathy?
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Babies and children can benefit from homeopathy, but always seek the advice of your pediatrician as some forms of homeopathic may contain high levels of alcohol. Most homeopathic medication is very palatable and comes in liquid or powder form for easy consumption. Common applications for babies and children are:
calendula cream for minor cuts and bruises;
colocynth for colicky symptoms;
gelsemium for fever and muscle aches;
chamomilla for teething;
aconite for coughs, colds, and fevers;
pusatilla for mucus buildup;
bryonia for headache, dry cough, or irritability.
You should monitor your child closely. If symptoms do not improve, contact your pediatrician.
Babies and children can benefit from homeopathy, but always seek the advice of your pediatrician as some forms of homeopathic may contain high levels of alcohol. Most homeopathic medication is very palatable and comes in liquid or powder form for... More -
Dr. Ian Holzman of The Mount Sinai Medical Center answered:There is no scientific evidence that homeopathy helps anyone. Since serious illnesses can be difficult to diagnose in newborns and infants, it is important not to delay diagnosis in order to try homeopathic remedies.There is no scientific evidence that homeopathy helps anyone. Since serious illnesses can be difficult to diagnose in newborns and infants, it is important not to delay diagnosis in order to try homeopathic remedies. More
