"To get a prompt, gentle, lasting improvement, you most often need to use infinitesimal doses".
Hahnemann

The beauty of alternative medicine, particularly homeopathic remedies is that they have absolutely no side effects. They are even safe for children. The medicine comes in the form of tiny pellets that you put under your tongue (sublingual) and allow to dissolve. You should not eat or drink anything with a strong flavor for at least 15-20 minutes before and after you have ingested the medicine. Also be sure, upon opening the bottle that there are no strong odors in the room, and recap it as soon as you take your pellet. Do not touch the pellet.  It is recommended that coffee and products containing camphor or related substances be avoided during the period of homeopathic treatment and for 48 hours after the last dosage.Homeopathic medicines can retain their strength for a long period of time, almost indefinitely when stored and handled properly.  Potency can be lost if treated incorrectly.


Please observe these guidelines for storage, handling and proper care.
  •   Keep the medicine from intense light, or exposure to sunlight.
  •   High temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
  •   Strong smelling substances such as moth balls, perfume, camphor.
  •   Always keep medicine in the original container.
  •   Be careful not to contaminate the bottle cap.
  •   If medicine becomes contaminated, replace it.

Below is a partial list of some of the medicines recommended for you to keep on hand at home. You will find more information on the highlighted website.

  • Apis Mellafica
  • Arnica Montana
  • Arsenicum Album
  • Belladonna
  • Chamomilla
  • Euphrasia
  • Gelsemium
  • Kali Bichromium
  • Ledum Palustre
  • Lycopodium
  • Nux Vomica
  • Pulsatilla
  • Rhus Toxicodendron
  • Thuja Occidentalis
I hope that this blog has helped you learn how to store and handle homeopathic remedies.  Please remember that while this type of medicine is beneficial  for self treatment, These aides are not meant to take the place of a doctor's care. If you have a chronic disease or illness, it best to consult with your physician.

In my next blog, I will be giving some information on some remedies for those of us who have overindulged during the holidays.