Remedy

Nitricum Acidum (nitric acid)

Nitric acid

Botanical illustration of Nitricum Acidum

Alternate remedy for restoring gut microflora when there is burning, raw, offensive diarrhea and a sensation of tearing or splinter-like pain in the rectum. Often indicated after antibiotics or when candida and bacterial imbalance leave the mucous membranes irritated.

Key indications

  • Best for: Alternate remedy for restoring gut microflora after antibiotics or digestive upset
  • Splinter-like tearing pains in the rectum or anus
  • Stools that are foul, acrid, or cause soreness
  • Symptoms worse from cold water and touch, better from warmth
Worse from

Touch, pressure, cold water, night, jarring

Better from

Warmth, rest, mild weather

Suggested dosage

200C twice daily; reduce as the gut settles and microflora rebalances.

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.