Remedy
Graphites (black lead)
Graphites
An alternate remedy for eczema with dry, rough, thickened skin that tends to crack and ooze a honey-like or sticky fluid. Especially helpful when eruptions appear behind the ears, on the palms, fingertips, or heels, and when the skin feels raw and burning yet improved by gentle warmth.
Key indications
- Dry, cracked, leathery eczema with oozing of honey-colored fluid
- Thickened skin on palms, fingertips, behind the ears, or heels
- Burning, raw eruptions that feel better from warmth and wrapping
- Eczema that worsens in cold air and from suppressed skin discharges
- Timid, indecisive temperament with tendency toward weeping
Worse from
Cold air, night, suppressed eruptions, cold applications
Better from
Warmth, wrapping, gentle heat, eating
Suggested dosage
200C once every three days.
Frequently taken with
Arsenicum Album (white arsenic)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.