Homoeopathy — Page 124
Belladonna 124 tolerated. In fact, if such a patient is made to sit close to fire, he may go into a state of convulsion. In Belladonna and Apis both, the patient develops urticaria due to exposure to heat. This also happens in Pulsatilla. In such a condition, Pulsatilla and Belladonna given together are useful. Sometimes, the urticaria can be due to gastric upset. For this, Pulsatilla and Nux Vomica are more useful. In Belladonna, red spots and pustules develop on the skin. There is also inflammation, as in Apis. The appearance of pimples and blisters on the skin can help in diagnosis, though the presence of other additional symptoms is also helpful. Aurum Triphyllum is also very useful in the treatment for urticaria. In Aurum Triphyllum however, the itching is at the nose and around the lips. Belladonna is also related to Calcaria Carb, especially in sub-acute diseases. Calcaria Carb proves very useful where Belladonna has failed. Sometimes the symptoms of Belladonna transform into those of Sulphur, which in turn produces the symptom complex of Calcaria Carb. Calcaria Carb is a meeting point of many Homoeopathic remedies but Sulphur should not be administered after having given Calcaria Carb. If so desired, Lycopodium will have to be given in between. However, Calcaria Carb can be given directly after having used Sulphur. Belladonna symptoms get worse on touch, jolting, noise and the passing of wind (emitting gas). The patient feels better when lying half-stretched. Adjuncts: Calcaria Carb, Aconite, Sulphur Antidotes: Camphor, Coffea, Opium, Aconite Potency: 30 to CM