Homoeopathy — Page 431
Kali Phos. 431 KALI PHOSPHORICUM (Phosphate of Potassium) Potassium Phosphate is an important element found in the secretions of the human body and glands. In the brain, nerves, muscles and blood especially, its mere presence is not enough, rather, it has to be in a state of equilibrium. It plays an essential, prominent role in the development of human life. While its deficiency causes numerous neurological and mental disorders, its excess, too, is sometimes extremely lethal. Its chemical name is Potassium Phosphate, though in it is known as Kali Phos. Kali Phos is a renowned nerve tonic. It is an antipsoric remedy, meaning that it is effective against skin conditions which, when forcefully suppressed, can inflict the inner linings of the body and the nervous system. Though homoeopaths classify it as antipsoric, yet it is mainly related to the nerves. By nature it gives strength to the nerves and on the same basis, it has antipsoric effects. For example, if any illness remains suppressed due to the weakness of the nerves, and the body is too weak to expel it, Kali Phos will throw it out on the skin. Kali Phos works on the brain , the nerves and the blood. It is surprisingly effective in the treatment of mental and physical fatigue. It is useful for the treatment of ailments resulting from anxiety, confusion, overwork and mental anguish. By nature, a patient of Kali Phos is lazy and fearful. He feels nervous to meet people, loses his memory and becomes indifferent to his work. In Kali Phos ailments become aggravated by resting in the cold and humid weather. These symptoms are also seen in Rhus Tox, but in Rhus Tox the patient tosses and turns all night because of the increasing discomfort. Whereas, in Kali Phos, the sufferings build up all night and then forcefully express themselves in the morning when the patient wakes up. So the discomfort is at its peak in the morning and then gradually abates. The gradual increment of the disease is an important sign of Kali Phos. In a patient of Rhus Tox, the discomfort is worst at the onset of movement and gradually improves on walking. A patient of Kali Phos gets relieved with slow movement. Like Rhus