Oleum Jecoris (Oleum Morrhuae) Homeopathy Mother Tincture

About Oleum Jecoris Homeopathic Mother Tincture (Q)

Also Known As: Jecoris Aseli Oleum

Overview:
Oleum Jecoris, prepared from cod liver oil extracted from species of the genus Gadus, is a nutrient-rich homeopathic remedy, widely recognized for its action on hepatic, pancreatic, and rheumatic conditions. Cod liver oil is a natural source of Vitamin A and D, historically used in the 19th century for wasting diseases. This remedy addresses a range of conditions, from rheumatism and scrofulous diseases to hormonal imbalances in women.

Key Benefits:

1. Female Health:

• Effective for treating abnormal hair growth on the face in women, such as short, thick, and dark hair on the chin and upper lip.
• Addresses amenorrhoea and oligomenorrhoea, caused by hormonal imbalances.
• Relieves soreness in ovaries and dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation).

2. Nutrient Remedy:

• Supports emaciation and atrophy in infants, especially those who cannot tolerate milk.
• Helps with restlessness and feverishness at night.
• Beneficial for nutritional deficiencies affecting liver and pancreas.

3. Rheumatic and Muscular Relief:

• Addresses chronic rheumatism with rigid muscles and tendons.
• Relieves aching pain in elbows, knees, and sacrum.
• Alleviates burning sensations in palms.

4. Respiratory Health:

• Useful for dry, hacking, tickling cough that worsens at night.
• Indicated for whooping cough in scrofulous children.
• Treats soreness in the chest, hoarseness, and bloody sputum.
• Supports initial stages of tuberculosis.

5. Fever and Sweats:

• Relieves evening chills and hectic fever with night sweats.

Key Indications by Region:

Chest:

• Hoarseness and sharp stitching pains.
• Dry cough, often tickling or hacking, with yellow sputum.
• Whooping cough and haemoptysis (blood in sputum).

Extremities:

• Pain in elbows, knees, and sacrum, associated with chronic rheumatism.
• Rigidity of muscles and tendons.
• Burning sensations in the palms.

Fever:

• Constant chilliness, especially in the evening.
• Night sweats with restlessness.

Dosage:
The dosage varies based on individual conditions, age, and sensitivity:

• Standard Dose: 3-5 drops in water, 2-3 times daily.
• Special Cases: In some instances, the remedy is prescribed as single doses (weekly or monthly) depending on the severity.
• Always use as directed by a homeopathic physician.

Patient Profile:
Ideal for individuals with symptoms like emaciation, hot hands and head, restlessness at night, or rheumatic affections. Particularly beneficial for infants with atrophy, scrofulous children, or those who experience tuberculosis-related symptoms.

Relationships:

• Compare with Cholesterine, Tuberculinum, Phosphorus, and Iodum.
• A liter of cod liver oil contains 0.4 grams of iodine, making it beneficial for iodine-deficient conditions.

Precautions:

• Maintain a 15-minute gap before or after meals when taking the remedy.
• Consult a homeopathic practitioner if pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Avoid alcohol or tobacco during the medication course.

Oleum Jecoris combines the therapeutic properties of cod liver oil with homeopathy's holistic approach to healing, offering targeted relief for diverse conditions while promoting overall health.