Mercurius Solubilis (quicksilver)
Mercurius solubilis
Suited to oral thrush following antibiotic use; especially with excessive drooling, offensive breath, and a swollen, flabby tongue that shows the imprint of the teeth or gums. The mouth is raw and spongy, and the white patches may spread with ulceration and increased salivation at night.
Key indications
- Best for: Alternate remedy for thrush; thrush following antibiotics
- Swollen, flabby tongue with imprints along the edges
- Raw, spongy gums with spreading white patches or ulcers
- Salivation and restlessness worse at night; damp sweat
Night, damp weather, warmth of bed, sweets
Moderate temperatures, rest, cool rinses
30C twice daily; increase to 200C twice daily for stubborn recurrent cases; stop as the mouth heals.
Kali Muriaticum (potassium chloride)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.