Acidum Chrysophanicum Homeopathy Mother Tincture

Common Name: Goa Powder – Andira araroba

Causes & Symptoms of Acidum Chrysophanicum (Chrysarobinum):

• Red, inflamed skin often covered with loose, silver-colored scales that are itchy and painful

• Scalp shows scaling or crust formation; nails may crumble or detach from the nail bed

• Powerful skin irritant, widely used for conditions like psoriasis

• Violent itching especially on thighs, legs, and behind the ears

• Dry, scaly eruptions with lemon-colored crusts

• Promotes elimination of internal toxins through skin eruptions

• Persistent roughness and dryness of skin in areas unaffected by eczema

• Weeping or dry eczema with sticky exudation and intense itching

• Strengthens skin reactivity and overall dermal resistance

Materia Medica Insights

Eyes:
Indicated in cases of blepharitis, conjunctivitis, keratitis, with intense photophobia and optical hypersensitivity

Ears:
Helpful for eczema behind the ears, where the entire ear and surrounding area is covered in thick, filthy crusts resembling a single scab

Constituent Note:
Chrysarobinum contains chrysophan, which oxidizes into chrysophanic acid. This compound is also found in Rhubarb and Senna.

Dosage:
Take 5 drops in half a cup of water, three times daily, or as directed by your homeopath.

Safety and Side Effects:
No known side effects when taken as per prescribed dosage and guidelines.

About Mother Tinctures:
Mother tinctures are the primary source for preparing homeopathic dilutions. Their quality depends on several key factors:

• Authenticity and age of raw materials

• Proper methods of collection, cleaning, and drying

• Standardized concentration of active ingredients

• Quality of alcohol and water used

• Preparation method (Percolation or Maceration)

• Potency of phytochemicals, filtration standards, and microbial counts