Remedy
Arsenicum Album (white arsenic)
Arsenicum album
The top remedy for diaper rash caused by heat and for general itching of all types of diaper rashes. The skin may look dry, scaly, or irritated, and the baby cannot seem to get comfortable, often worsening after midnight.
Key indications
- Intense burning and itching in the diaper area during hot weather
- Restless, unsettled baby who cannot get comfortable
- Rash worse around midnight
- Dry, scaly, or irritated eruptions with a burning sensation
Worse from
Heat, midnight, dampness, scratching
Better from
Cool air, uncovering
Suggested dosage
6c twice daily; taper as symptoms improve.
Frequently taken with
No complementary remedies listed yet.
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.