SBL Spigelia anthelmia

Other Names: Spig, Demerara Pink-root

Key Actions & Benefits

Spigelia Anthelmia is a homeopathic remedy best known for its effectiveness in treating neuralgic pains, eye disorders, and cardiac affections, particularly left-sided symptoms. It also addresses headaches, rheumatic conditions, and worm infestations.

Causes & Symptoms Relieved by Spigelia

Head

• Giddiness when looking downward; vertigo may lead to falls.
• Left-sided headaches starting at the cerebellum, spreading to the left temple and eye, with pulsating pain.
• Headaches worse from motion, noise, and touch; better when lying with head elevated or after washing with cold water.

Eyes

• Relieves neuralgia of the eyes, particularly when the eyes are sore to the touch.
• Treats dry heat, burning sensations, and squinting movements of the eyes.
• Sensation of enlarged eyes or contraction with intense pain.

Nose

• Useful for frequent sneezing, nasal itching, and discharge of bloody mucus.
• Resolves alternating white or yellow mucus and fluent coryza after mild chills.

Throat

• Relieves sore throat with lancinating pain and swelling in the palate.
• Mucus discharge from the posterior nares or fauces throughout the day.

Stomach and Abdomen

• Eases nausea, especially in the morning, with sensations of upward movement in the stomach.
• Relieves colicky, pinching abdominal pain, particularly in the umbilical region due to worms.
• Helpful in painful abdominal pressure before soft stools.

Stool and Anus

• Frequent but ineffectual urges to evacuate.
• Relieves itching and crawling sensations in the rectum and anus.
• Treats diarrhea with cold body sensations.

Urinary Complaints

• Sudden and involuntary urine dribbling with burning sensations in the urethra.
• Resolves prostatic fluid discharge.

Respiratory and Chest

• Treats catarrh and hoarseness, accompanied by prominent eyes and weeping tendencies.
• Effective for dry, violent coughs caused by irritation deep in the trachea.
• Eases chest oppression, spasms, and tensive lancinations when breathing deeply.

Heart and Rheumatism

• Especially helpful in rheumatic heart conditions like pericarditis and endocarditis.
• Precordial region (heart area) is very sensitive to touch, with weak and irregular pulse.

Neck, Back, and Limbs

• Relieves sticking pain in the neck and stiffness in joints, particularly the knees.
• Treats trembling, tearing, and twitching pains in the limbs, worsened by walking.
• Sensation of heaviness and painful glandular swelling.

Skin

• Effective for painful, red pimples, especially when touched.
• Relieves painful sensitivity of the skin and glandular swellings.

Usage Guidelines

Side Effects

• No known side effects if used as prescribed.
• Safe for use alongside allopathic, Ayurvedic, or other medications.

Dosage

• Take 5 drops in half a cup of water, three times daily.
• Alternatively, medicate globules as per a physician’s guidance.

Precautions

• Maintain a 15-minute gap before or after meals.
• Avoid tobacco and alcohol during treatment.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult a practitioner.

Terms and Conditions

• Spigelia should be used based on symptom similarity for optimal results.
• Effects may vary according to individual conditions.
• Always consult a physician to avoid self-medication.