First Aid

Prompt homoeopathic medicinal treatment in the earliest stages of illness and accidents will often avert prolonged suffering and serious disability. Effective treatment in established disease will speed up recovery and shorten convalescence. In both these respects, Homoeopathic Medicine has proved of great value.
Aims of First Aid:
These are in order of priority: to preserve life; to minimize the effects of injury and prevent the condition from worsening; to relieve pain and distress; and to summon medical assistance as quickly as possible, which usually means telephoning the emergency services or taking the sufferer to hospital.
General;
These instructions are given as a guide for the emergency treatment of acute traumatic injuries with homoeopathic medicines. Always remove the casualty and yourself from immediate danger and then seek appropriate advice and help from suitably qualified professionals. First Aid is a satisfying aspect of any therapeutic system, and every household should have at least one first-aider, trained in practice and theory.
Homoeopathy has an important part to play in many accident and emergency situations, especially in the treatment of minor injuries. But there is no substitute for attending a well-run first aid class and getting ‘hands-on’ experience. The basic information given here will help you to help others, but it is not a substitute for a practical first aid course.
Homoeopathic Medicines are easy and safe to administer and can be given immediately, or once the threat to life has been removed. Their purpose in first aid situations is to relieve pain, calm the mind, and help the body to heal itself. They can be given in an emergency situation in conjunction with any type of emergency care or any non-homoeopathic treatment for a pre-existing condition. If homoeopathic medicines for a pre-existing condition are being taken then pause these medicines during the emergency and administer the emergency medicines only.
Once the emergency has subsided, then aspects of continued treatment need to be appraised. Usually the Homoeopathic Medicines need to be continued for some time until the injury resulting from the trauma has healed. If there are also pre-existing conditions that require ongoing treatment with either non-homoeopathic or homoeopathic medications then seek immediate professional advice.
Not all contingencies and medicines are listed in this document so always seek professional advice. For advice on homoeopathic treatment, contact your nearest Registered Homoeopathic Practitioner.
Place 1 pill under the tongue and allow to dissolve. (In an emergency situation it may be necessary to ignore the following precautionary measures and administer the medicines immediately).
As a precautionary measure to avoid contamination of the medicines by other substances in the mouth, wait 10 minutes before or after eating, drinking or brushing teeth. Avoid personal contact or proximity with any products containing Camphor or Menthol. Discard if contaminated or spilled.
SOS Repetition Frequency:
In any emergency, it may be necessary to repeat the medicines frequently. This means once every 10 to 15 minutes until the person is comfortable, and then reduce the frequency to once every half hour, once hourly, once every two hours, and then every four hours. As improvement continues, further reduce the frequency to twice daily, then once daily and continue the reduction in frequency until the person is fully recovered.

INJURIES;
Muscular; Arnica 3c Acute (immediately after the injury or within the first week) general body injuries, sprains, strains, sore and aching muscles, bone injuries (periositis), bruises, internal bleeding (hematomas). Particularly useful for muscular pain caused by over-exertion, heavy work, or sporting activities ; (Do not use for Head Injuries, Use Cuprum Met 6c) To be taken every 5 to 15 minutes as needed.
Muscular; Arnica 200c Chronic (Indicated for long standing injuries or after the first week following an injury) General body injuries, sprains, strains, sore and aching muscles, bone injuries (periositis), bruises, internal bleeding (hematomas). Particularly useful for muscular pain caused by over-exertion, heavy work, or sporting activities. To be taken twice daily until any change in symptoms.
Ligament; Ruta 200c Injuries to tendons and ligaments. Lameness after sprains especially of wrists and ankles. To be taken as needed. Alternate with Arnica 3c for bruising. If accompanied by a fracture (especially an avulsion fracture) alternate with Symphytum 200c after setting of the fracture.
Bone; Symphytum 200c Injuries to bones. (If fracture is evident do not use until bone has been set properly, use Arnica 3c or 30c in the meantime) (In problem fractures, other medicines not listed may be required, please seek professional advice). Take a dose twice daily. Do not administer before fracture is set, use Arnica 3c prior to setting of the bones then administer Symphytum 200c. Alternate with Ruta 200c if ligament or tendon injury.
Head; Cuprum met 6c Head injuries, concussions or injuries to the brain. Take as needed and immediately seek medical attention.
Head; Hypericum 200c Fractured skull or convulsions after a head injury. Take as needed, (and immediately seek medical attention) and if required, alternate with Cuprum met 6c.
Spine; Hypericum 200c Spinal injuries especially to the tailbone. (Other medicines not listed may also be required, please seek professional advice). Take as needed, and immediately seek medical attention . Alternate Arnica 200C, Symphytum 200C, Ruta 200C as required for associated bruising, fractures or strains.

WOUNDS;
Infections; Arsenicum album 200c Any type of wound or cut or break in the skin, or animal bite or insect bite, use to prevent infection. (Alternate with Antimonium crudum 6c or Ledum 200c in insect bites). Take one dose twice daily.
Infections; Ferrum phos 3x To be applied to the injury site as a local homoeopathic antiseptic.
Healing; Calendula 200c Any type of wound or cut or break in the skin or animal bite, used to aid healing. Take one dose twice daily.
Puncture; Ledum 200c Puncture wounds, needle stick injuries, animal bites. (Can be used along with conventional anti-tetanus therapy). Take one dose twice daily.
Pain; Hypericum 200c Injuries or wounds with lacerations to the nerves with great pain. To be taken as often as needed.

BURNS;
Burns, Scalds, Sunburn including blistered stage; Cantharis 200c For any type of heat burn regardless of the severity or stage; in order to reduce the pain and promote healing.

FAINTING;
Fainting due to intense emotion; Ignatia 6c
Fainting due to over-excitement; Coffea 6c
Fainting due to over-exertion; Nux moschata 6c
Fainting due to fright; Aconite 30c
Fainting caused by loss of blood; China 6c
Fainting caused by severe pain; Chamomilla 6c
Fainting caused by minor pain; Hepar sulph. 6c
Fainting in hot, stuffy surroundings; Pulsatilla 6c
Fainting at the sight of blood; Nux vomica 6c
Fainting at the sight of needles; Silicea 6c
Fainting brought on by strong perfumes or odours; Nux vomica 6c

HEATSTROKE;
Antimonium crudum 6c An effective treatment for most ailments from exposure to excessive heat, such as fainting, diarrhoea or headache.
Cuprum met. 6c Muscle cramps.
Belladonna 30c Skin flushed, hot and dry, pulse strong and rapid, with fixed and dilated pupils.
Glonoinum 30c Throbbing, bursting headache, with a hot face and sweaty skin.
Bryonia 30c Severe headache made worse by the slightest movement, which is associated with nausea.

INSECT BITES/STINGS;
Bee stings; Apis 6c Stings of bees, wasps, sea lice, blue bottles, and ant bites. (Warning: This medicine is made from Bee products, if there is hypersensitivity to bees either known or suspected then try Ledum 200c, Arsenicum album 200c or Antimonium crudum 6c). One dose is usually sufficient though repetition may be necessary. (Hypersensitivity to Bees may require professional treatment from a Registered Homoeopathic Practitioner).
Mosquito bites; Ledum 200c Well indicated for mosquito bites (Also try washing the area with cold water to sooth the itch and inflammation). It is also indicated for insect bites or stings where Apis 6c cannot be used.
Complications; Antimonium crudum 6c Mosquito, fly or insect bites or stings that become complicated causing irritation, burning or eruptions on the skin. One dose twice daily, or to be alternated with Arsenicum alb 200c every four hours.
Infections; Arsenicum album 200c Any type of wound or cut or break in the skin, or animal bite or insect bite, used to prevent infections. Take one dose twice daily. (Alternate with Antimonium crudum 6c or Ledum 200c, rotating every four hours.

SURGICAL OR DENTAL OPERATIONS;
Pain; Hypericum 200c For tooth work, fillings, extractions or general surgical procedures where nerves may be injured.
Bruising/Excessive bleeding; Arnica 3c For tooth work, fillings, extractions or general surgical procedures, in order to prevent complications, promote healing, reduce pain and bruising. Take a dose every 15 minutes to half an hour. For acute pain after the procedure, alternate with Hypericum 200c as required.
Healing; Calendula 200 Indicated for surgical procedures or tooth extractions, to aid in healing. To be taken twice daily.
Infections; Arsenicum album 200c Any type of wound or cut, surgical or otherwise. Use to prevent infection. To be taken twice daily.