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Mercurius Solubilis (quicksilver)

Mercurius solubilis

Botanical illustration of Mercurius Solubilis

A top remedy for painful mouth ulcers and canker sores. Especially useful when ulcers are inflamed with a raw, burning sensation, excessive salivation, metallic taste, and offensive breath. Gums may be spongy and bleed easily; symptoms are often worse at night and from temperature extremes.

Key indications

  • Top remedy for mouth ulcers, gingivitis and canker sores
  • Excessive salivation, metallic taste, and offensive breath
  • Canker sores developing after antibiotic use
Worse from

Night, damp weather, heat and cold, antibiotics

Better from

Rest, moderate temperature

Suggested dosage

200C twice daily; stop 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.