About German Ammonium Phosphoricum Homeopathic Dilution

Ammonium phosphoricum is also known as hydro-di- ammonic phosphate. It is a chemical compound with the chemical formula (NH4)2HPO4

What is Ammonium phosphoricum?

Ammonium phosphoricum is a Homoeopathic Dilution made from Ammonium phosphate. It is reported to be useful facial paralysis, gout, concretions joints, etc.

What are uses/benefits of Ammonium phosphoricum?

It is indicate for chronic gouty diathesis, bronchitis and nodosities of the joints of the fingers and backs of the hands. Facial paralysis. Pain in shoulder-joint. Tightness around chest. Heaviness of limbs, unsteady, tottering gait. Coldness from least draft of air.

How to use Ammonium phosphoricum?

It is to be taken as an internal medicine. Please note that the dosage of single homoeopathic medicines varies from drug to drug depending upon the condition, age, sensitivity and other things. In some cases they are given as regular doses as 3-5 drops 2-3 times a day whereas in other cases they are given only once a week, month or even in a longer period. We strongly recommend that the medication should be taken as per the physician’s advice.

What are the side effects of Ammonium phosphoricum?

No known side effects reported.

What precautions to take before using Ammonium phosphoricum?

None.

How long should I take Ammonium phosphoricum?

Until the symptoms improve or as per the Physicians prescription.

Is Ammonium phosphoricum safe for children?

Yes.

Is it safe to use Ammonium phosphoricum during pregnancy?

Yes.

Various Ammonium phosphoricum uses are seen in the following conditions:-

• Chronic gout in people with uric acid diathesis. There is tendency for nodes formation and concretion of the joints of the fingers and back of the hands.

• Bronchitis with deep and rough cough and greenish expectoration. There is tightness around the chest.

• Pain in shoulder joints.
• Unsteady and tottering gait with heaviness in the limbs.
• Sneezing with excessive discharge from the nose and eyes. This sneezing and discharge is worse in the morning time.
• Facial paralysis
• Rose colored sediment in the urine

Therapeutic Profile of Ammonium Phosphoricum:

• Chronic Gout: This remedy is particularly effective for chronic gout patients who experience elevated uric acid levels. It addresses associated symptoms such as chronic respiratory issues, joint pain, hard swellings in fingers, tightness in the chest, and heaviness in limbs. Patients often exhibit extreme sensitivity to even the slightest draft of air.

Specific Symptoms:

• Head: Sneezing accompanied by a runny nose and watery eyes, typically occurring in the morning.

• Urine: Presence of rose-colored sediment in the urine.

• Respiratory: Deep, rough cough with expectoration that may be greenish.

• Extremities: Pain in multiple joints along with hard, small swellings on limbs.

Therapeutic Range According to Boericke Materia Medica:

Ammonium Phosphoricum is indicated for chronic gouty patients with uric acid diathesis. It is also beneficial for bronchitis and nodosities in finger joints and the backs of hands.

Conclusion: Ammonium Phosphoricum holds significant importance in homeopathy, offering a well-defined sphere of action with characteristic indications. Typically administered in lower potencies such as 3rd decimal trituration, it effectively addresses conditions like facial paralysis and gouty concretions in finger joints and the back of hands. This remedy is especially suitable for patients with uric acid diathesis, characterized by a tendency for rose-colored sediment in the urine and sensitivity to cold air drafts.

These medicines are made and bottled in Germany. They are shipped to India and sold through authorized distributors. German brands available in India currently are Dr. Reckeweg, Schwabe Germany (WSG), and Adel (Pekana).

Ammonium Phosphorium dilution is available in following German brands and Sizes

• Dr.Reckeweg (6C, 30C, 200C, 1M) (11ml)
• Adel (6C, 30C, 200C, 1M) (10ml) 
• Schwabe (WSG) (30C, 200C) (10ml)

Dosage: Please note that the dosage of single homoeopathic medicines varies from drug to drug depending upon the condition, age, sensitivity and other things. In some cases they are given as regular doses as 3-5 drops 2-3 times a day whereas in other cases they are given only once in a week, month or even in a longer period. We strongly recommend that the medication should be taken as per the physician's advice.