Picric Acid (picric acid)
Picricum acidum
A supportive remedy for the severe, prostrating headaches that can accompany a brain tumor. Suited to burning, pressing head pain with profound nervous exhaustion and weakness of the spine and limbs.
Key indications
- Best for: Severe headaches during a brain tumor, with burning, pressing pain and profound exhaustion
- Headache worse from the slightest mental exertion or study
- Burning along the spine with heaviness of the legs
- Brain fog and inability to think, speak, or concentrate
Mental exertion, noise, heat, wet weather
Rest, quiet, cold air, binding the head
200C every 30 minutes during severe headaches; taper as headache improves. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: New, worsening, or severe headaches with a known or suspected brain tumor require immediate medical evaluation; this remedy is supportive only.
Ruta Graveolens (rue)
Calcarea Phosphorica (calcium phosphate)
Belladonna (deadly nightshade)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.