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Mag Phos (magnesium phosphate)

Magnesia phosphorica

Botanical illustration of Mag Phos

A leading colic remedy for babies with cramping, spasmodic abdominal pain that is clearly better from warmth and gentle pressure. The baby may be easier to soothe when a warm hand is placed over the belly, or when wrapped against a warm body.

Key indications

  • Colic in babies improved by warmth
  • Cramping or spasmodic belly pain better from warm compresses
  • Gentle pressure over the abdomen brings relief
  • Baby may be restless but eases with warmth
Worse from

Cold air, cold drinks, uncovering the abdomen

Better from

Warmth, warm compresses, gentle pressure

Suggested dosage

6C every 15–30 minutes during a colic episode; stop as the pain eases.

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.