Remedy

Calcarea Carbonica (oyster shell)

Calcarea carbonica

Botanical illustration of Calcarea Carbonica

A deep-acting remedy used to support immunity and address the underlying susceptibility in chronic, deep-seated rheumatoid arthritis. Helpful when the person is chilly, easily depleted, prone to recurring infections, auto-immune disease and slow to recover from illness or stress, with a background of low vitality and poor assimilation.

Key indications

  • Best for: Increasing immunity for deep uprooting of rheumatoid arthritis
  • Chilly, sweaty, tired constitution with slow recovery from illness
  • Recurrent infections or flare-ups tied to lowered immunity
  • Joint pains that worsen from cold damp and improve with warmth
  • Low vitality, poor assimilation, or easy exhaustion accompanying arthritis
Worse from

Cold damp, exertion, full moon, milk

Better from

Dry weather, warmth, rest, lying on painful side

Suggested dosage

200C once every 3 days; continue for several months.

Frequently taken with

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.