SBL Geranium maculatum

Common Name: Crane’s-bill

Primary Benefits and Uses

Geranium Maculatum is known for its usefulness in treating diplopia (double vision) and giddiness. It is also beneficial for ptosis (drooping eyelids) and dilated pupils. This remedy is indicated for sick headaches, gastric complaints, and conditions involving catarrhal gastritis. It is also helpful in reducing vomiting associated with gastric ulcers.

Symptoms Treated with Geranium Maculatum

Head:

• Giddiness with double vision (diplopia), which improves upon closing the eyes and lying down.
• Slight pain in the occiput (lower back of the head).

Eyes:

• Fullness in the eyes.
• Ptosis (drooping eyelids) and dilated pupils.
• Difficulty walking with eyes open, but able to walk with eyes closed.

Mouth:

• Dryness of the mouth, extending to the lips and cuticle, followed by pain in the left side of the forehead and above the left ear.
• Burning sensation on the tip of the tongue.

Stomach:

• Catarrhal gastritis with profuse secretion, ulceration, and passive hemorrhage.
• Reduces vomiting in cases of gastric ulcer.

Stool and Anus:

• Constant urge to go to stool with inability to pass fecal matter, which resolves after the urge passes.
• Once the urge passes, the bowels move without pain.

Female Complaints:

• Excessive menstrual flow (profuse menses).
• Post-partum hemorrhage.
• Helpful for sore nipples (Eupatorium).

Dosage Instructions:

• Take 5 drops in half a cup of water, three times a day.
• Alternatively, you can take globules three times a day, or as prescribed by a physician.

Precautions:

• Always maintain a 15-minute gap before or after meals when taking the medicine.
• If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a homeopathic practitioner before use.
• Avoid tobacco and alcohol during the course of medication.

Side Effects:

• There are no known side effects when taken according to the prescribed guidelines.
• Homeopathic medicines do not interfere with other medications (e.g., allopathic or Ayurvedic treatments).

Terms and Conditions:

Homeopathic products should be used based on symptom similarity, and results may vary depending on individual conditions. Always consult a physician before purchasing and avoid self-medication.