Remedy
Antimonium Crudum (black sulphide of antimony)
Antimonium crudum
A supportive remedy for chicken pox and measles when the rash forms thick, crusty, or pimpled eruptions.
Key indications
- Skin eruptions in chicken pox
- White-coated tongue like fur
- Digestive upset or loose stool from rich foods during illness
- Irritable child who does not want to be looked at or touched
Worse from
Heat, warm baths, rich food, being touched
Better from
Cool air, rest, fasting
Suggested dosage
6C every 3-4 hours; taper as symptoms improve.
Frequently taken with
Bryonia (white bryony)
Thuja (white cedar)General guidance only. 200ck may be substituted for 200C potencies. Stop the remedy upon significant improvement. If no improvement after 2-3 doses in acute cases or after 4-6 weeks in chronic cases, try a different remedy. Consult a experienced practitioner if you feel you need additional help for serious or persistent symptoms.