Homeopathy for Psoriasis – Scaly, Itchy Skin, Scalp, Nail & Joint Psoriasis Remedies

Explore homeopathic psoriasis remedies traditionally selected for dry, scaly, itchy and burning skin, including formulations for body psoriasis, scalp psoriasis, nail psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, palmoplantar psoriasis and psoriasis with joint symptoms.

Homeopathy offers a gentle, individualized approach to psoriasis treatment. By matching potentized medicines to specific symptoms, it aims to calm the immune system and address the root cause of skin cell over-proliferation without the side effects often associated with conventional systemic treatments.

1) Classical combination (Boericke/Kent style) for Body Psoriasis - Scaly, itchy plaques with burning

Use when there are well‑defined red plaques with silvery scales on elbows, knees, trunk, or scalp, often with intense itching and burning, worse heat and at night, better cool air; may have cracking/bleeding after scratching.

Arsenicum album 30C + Sulphur 30C + Graphites 30C

• Dose: 2- 3 drops of each together or 3-5  pellets under the tongue once daily in the evening for 8–12 weeks; in acute anxiety/obsessional surges, give the same combination every 4 hours while awake for 1–2 days, then return to once daily.

• Keynotes:

  • Arsenicum album: dry, scaly skin with burning pains; anxious, restless, chilly; worse midnight and cold, better warmth.

  • Sulphur: marked burning and itching, worse heat and bathing; red, inflamed plaques that bleed when scratched; desires sweets, worse standing.

  • Graphites: thick, cracked skin with sticky, honey‑like exudate; eruptions in folds and on extensor surfaces; chronic, stubborn cases

• Content: 3 units of 30ml drops or 1 unit of 2 dram medicated pills

2) Banerji protocol combination — Psoriasis (protocol style)

Used for persistent or widespread psoriasis where you want a simple, protocol‑style approach.

Arsenicum iodatum 6C + Sulphur 200C

• Dose:

  • Arsenicum iodatum 6C: 2-3 drops  or 2-3 pellets twice daily for several months.

  • Sulphur 200C: 2-3 drops  or 2-3 pellets once weekly (or every other week) for 2–3 months, then stop as improvement holds.

• Rationale: this Banerji‑style pair targets fast‑spreading, intensely scaling eruptions (Ars‑iod) with Sulphur’s deep anti‑psoric action for burning, itchy plaques and chronicity.

• Content: 2 units of 30ml drops or 2 unit of 2 dram medicated pills

3) Classical combination (Boericke/Kent style) for Scalp Psoriasis - Scaly, itchy scalp plaques with burning

Use when there are well‑defined red plaques with silvery/yellow scales on the scalp and hairline, intense itching (often worse at night and from heat), burning, and cracking/bleeding after scratching; may extend behind ears or to forehead.

Kali sulphuricum 30C + Sulphur 30C + Graphites 30C

• Dose: 2- 3 drops of each together or 3-5  pellets under the tongue once daily in the evening for 8–12 weeks; in acute anxiety/obsessional surges, give the same combination every 4 hours while awake for 1–2 days, then return to once daily.

• Keynotes:

  • Kali sulph: yellow, flaky scales on scalp; worse warmth and evening, better cool air; shifting, migratory skin eruptions.

  • Sulphur: marked burning and itching of scalp, worse heat and bathing; red, inflamed plaques that bleed when scratched; desires sweets, worse standing.

  • Graphites: thick, cracked skin with sticky, honey‑like exudate; eruptions behind ears and along hairline; chronic, stubborn cases

• Content: 3 units of 30ml drops or 1 unit of 2 dram medicated pills

Single Homeopathic Remedies by Psoriasis Type

• Arsenicum Album 30: Ideal for dry, scaly skin that peels in large flakes. It addresses intense burning and itching that worsens with cold, often suited for those experiencing anxiety or restlessness.

• Graphites 30: A versatile remedy for inverse and scalp psoriasis. It is particularly effective when skin is thick and rough, or when itching is accompanied by a slight sticky discharge.

• Calcarea Carb. 30 + Lycopodium 200 + Graphites 30: A synergistic blend for scalp psoriasis. It targets raised, scaly plaques, especially in individuals prone to excessive scalp sweating or cold intolerance.

• Graphites 30 + Merc Sol 30 + Natrum Mur 30 + Sepia 30: The primary combination for inverse psoriasis in body folds (armpits, groins, under breasts). It calms red, inflamed areas exacerbated by friction and sweat.

• Antimonium Crudum 200 + Graphites 30: Specifically for nail psoriasis. These remedies address pitting, discoloration, and brittle nails that crumble or grow out of shape.

• Hepar Sulph 30 + Silicea 30: Targeted for pustular psoriasis. This duo helps manage yellow, pus-filled blisters on an inflamed base, reducing stinging pain and sensitivity to touch.

• Sulphur 200 + Radium Brom 30 + Staphysagria 30 + Rhus Tox 30: A comprehensive approach for psoriatic arthritis. It relieves swollen, stiff, and painful joints, especially when symptoms alternate with skin flare-ups.

• Chrysarobinum 30: Effective for vesicular lesions with crust formation and foul discharge. It has a specific affinity for symptoms on the ears, thighs, and legs.

• Hydrocotyle Asiatica 200: The go-to remedy for palmoplantar psoriasis. It targets thick, circular scaly patches on the palms and soles that cause significant discomfort.

• Carcinocin 1M: Recommended as a monthly intercurrent remedy to spark the body’s healing response and ensure a more prompt, lasting recovery.

Dosage Instructions:

• Pills: Dissolve 4 pills under the tongue 3 times a day until symptoms improve.

• Drops: Take 3-4 drops in a teaspoon of water 2-3 times daily.

• Note: Always consult a Homeopathic Physician for personalized treatment.