No. Homoeopathy was founded in the 18th century by a German scientist, Dr Samueal Hahnemann. However, since its basic philosophy is similar to the Indian philosophy, it took roots and flourished all over India.

Homoeopathy is a safe, natural system of medicine that does not have side effects and is non-toxic, although symptoms can sometimes get worse for a short time before they get better, or when the medicine is repeated frequently for a long time after it has had its positive effect.

It is suitable for all age groups from new-born babies to very old people. It is excellent during pregnancy and child-birth.

No. However, as stated earlier, any illness in the soma (body) always affects the mind and vice versa. For example, a person who is bedridden for a long time due to any physical illness starts getting irritable or depressed with passage of time. Likewise a chronically depressed individual loses his appetite and may start developing various illnesses due to malnutrition.

Yes. The choice of the homoeopathic medicine does not depend on the diagnosis, but depends on the symptom picture. However, how and when the medicine should be repeated and the power (potency) of medicine is dependent on the diagnosis aided by diagnostic tests (e.g. blood tests, urine tests, ECG, scans, etc).

Homoeopathy has a role to play in treatment of chronic as well as acute medicines. In fact, with the right homoeopathic treatment the frequency and intensity of acute illnesses suffered by an individual is considerably reduced.

It depends on the diagnosis and the stage of your illness. Also other contributing factors such as your heredity, diet and exercise plan as well as other ancillary methods conducive to cure are also to be followed. So let’s say an illness has taken three years to develop the body needs at least three months to begin the rectifying process. An illness of three days should take three hours.

Well it all depends on the stage at which the patient comes to the homoeopath. However, if he is in his terminal stages, homoeopathy has a very good role as a palliative medicine reducing the suffering of the patient.

Homoeopathy is very effective in the treatment of auto-immune diseases, not only like rheumatoid arthritis, but also Hashimoto’s hypothyroid. However, a great deal of motivation, patience in following treatment along with diet and exercise plan is needed.

Homoeopathy stimulates the natural healing process inherent in every human system, and thus prepares the immunity to tackle any viral attack. So, even if a particular virus mutates and infects very fast, a vigilant and alert immune system is able to detect and handle it effectively.

Constitutional medicine (which is the personality medicine of each person and differs from person to person), when taken in right doses, has capacity to activate the inherent healing processes in each individual, immunity being one of them. By virtue of this, the constitutional medicine of each person can act as an immunity booster for him.

After an extensive case-taking, a homoeopath arrives at the mental as well as physical attributes of the individual. From this, he paints the personality portrait of the individual, A. This is matched with a similar remedy portrait from the material medica remedy A-1. Thus, remedy A-1 becomes the constitutional (personality) medicine of individual A.

No, since as stated earlier, a homoeopath treats the whole and not just the parts.

Yes. It’s absolutely safe in both these stages.

Yes, it is absolutely safe and effective with babies and they simply love it for its sweet taste.

Generally yes, unless contra indicated by the treating physician for some specific reason.

The actual medicine is extracted in alcohol, which is then added to globules made of sugar of milk, so that their remedial effect is retained for a longer time.

The homoeopathic medicines being extremely sensitive are contaminated by the dust and grime in our hands. For this, they should be taken from he cap of the medicine bottle or any clean paper directly into the mouth. As the absorption starts from the mouth, one should rinse the mouth thoroughly with plain water before taking the medicine, sucking on the medicine to further aid absorption.

As stated earlier, since the absorption starts from the mouth, please do not eat or drink anything 15 minutes before or after the medicine.

Any strong smelling substances such as raw garlic and onion should be refrained. Similarly, strong smelling perfumes, deodorants, liniments, balms must also be avoided. This is because most strong smelling substances anti-dote the effectiveness of homoeopathic medicines.

Since Coffea Tosta (coffee) antidotes most of the homoeopathic medicines, it should be avoided. However, those who take coffee regularly need not refrain from it since the body is well acclimatized to the same.

On a general note, the answer would be – No. Unless they have some adverse chemicals, antibiotics or oral steroids and usually it is best to consult your homoeopath for the same. Once homoeopathy is working, then most modern medicines can be stopped. However, this should be done gradually so that the body has time to adjust and rebound phenomenon is avoided, with the consultation of your homoeopath.

Homoeopathic medicines are very sensitive. Since they can easily be contaminated they should be stored preferably in glass bottles. Tablets or granules should not be touched with a hand. Use the cap of the container to hold the pills and directly drop them into the mouth. Store medicines in a cool dark place away from strong smells such as perfumes, deodorants, any herbal preparations etc. Keep containers properly closed and air-tight. If thus taken care of, they retain their potency for at least five years. However, if they become yellowish or sticky they are to be discarded.

By virtue of very small doses employed and the process of potentisation, the medicines are completely safe. Furthermore, homoeopathic medicines unlike many conventional drugs are non-addictive and are completely safe even for babies, children and senior citizens.

Although slight aggravation of symptoms may be experienced as the result of ‘like cures like’ principle being called into practice there are no unwanted side effects.

If medicines are taken when not needed, the very symptoms which the medicines has cured can resurface or get aggravated. However, they will disappear without a trace once the medicine is stopped. Note that symptoms which have never been experienced by the patients at any time can not come up.