SBL Lachesis

Common Name: The Surukuku Snake of South America, Bushmaster Snake

Overview

Lachesis is a homeopathic remedy derived from the venom of the Bushmaster snake, used to treat a variety of conditions, particularly those affecting the nervous system, circulatory system, and skin. It is especially effective for left-sided symptoms, symptoms moving from left to right, and conditions marked by extreme sensitivity to touch or constriction.

Causes and Symptoms Addressed by Lachesis

General Indications

• Circulatory and Nervous Issues: Palpitations, throbbing sensations, and cardiac discomfort.
• Sensitivity: Intolerance to touch, constriction, and light pressure.
• Left-Sided Symptoms: Predominantly affects the left side or symptoms that move from left to right.

Mind and Head

• Mental Tension: Useful for relieving stress, irritability, and rapid succession of ideas.
• Weak Memory: Forgetfulness and difficulty focusing.
• Headache: Pain improves with nasal discharge or heat and worsens with rest.
• Scalp Sensitivity: Scalp tenderness and hair fall.

Eyes, Ears, Nose

• Vision Issues: Dim vision, smarting in eyeballs, and flickering spots.
• Ear Pain: Soreness and dryness, often linked to throat conditions.
• Nasal Complaints: Chronic coryza, swelling, redness, and pimples on the nose.

Mouth and Throat

• Throat Sensitivity: Suffocative spasms from throat touch, painful gums, and difficulty swallowing.
• Pain Triggers: Hot and cold drinks aggravate pain.

Stomach and Abdomen

• Digestive Disorders: Severe colic, sinking sensation in the stomach, and relief after eating.
• Appendicitis: Effective for abdominal inflammation and pain.

Stool and Anus

• Hemorrhoids: Painful constriction and burning in the rectum.
• Rectal Discomfort: Sensation of fullness and beating pains.

Urinary Complaints

• Urine Characteristics: Dark, foamy, or almost black urine.
• Burning Sensation: Notable during urination.

Male Complaints

• Sexual Health: Desire without physical ability, swelling, and itching of the genitals.
• Hernia-Like Symptoms: Pressure in testes mimicking hernia.

Female Complaints

• Menstrual Relief: Pains alleviate with the onset of menses.
• Nipple Sensitivity: Intense discomfort and itching around nipples.
• Menstrual Regularity: Painless and heavy flow.

Extremities

• Joint Swelling: Pain and stiffness in joints, worse with movement.
• Ulcers: Purple or blue ulcers on lower extremities with numbness in fingers.

Skin

• Sensitivity: Ulcers react painfully to even the slightest touch.

Dosage and Administration

• Dosage: Take 5 drops in half a cup of water three times a day.
• Alternatively, medicate globules and take three times daily or as directed by a physician.
• Consult a homeopathic practitioner for personalized guidance.

Side Effects

• No known side effects when taken as prescribed.
• Safe to use alongside other medications, including allopathic and ayurvedic remedies.

Precautions

• Maintain a 15-minute gap before or after meals.
• Consult a homeopathic practitioner if pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Avoid tobacco and alcohol during the medication course.

Terms and Conditions

Homeopathic remedies are prescribed based on symptom similarity. Results may vary based on individual conditions. Consult your physician before use, particularly in severe cases, and avoid self-medication.