Podophyllum Peltatum (Mayapple)
Podophyllum peltatum
A key remedy for profuse, watery, offensive-smelling diarrhea that gushes out almost involuntarily, often in the early morning. The abdomen may gurgle and churn before stool, and the person feels weak, empty, and faint afterward.
Key indications
- Profuse, watery, gushing diarrhea, often in early morning
- Offensive-smelling stool with abdominal gurgling
- Sensation of weakness, emptiness, or sinking after stool
- Diarrhea alternating with constipation or headache
- Thirst for large quantities of cold water
Early morning, hot weather, motion, sour foods, teething
Lying down, rest, cold drinks, passing gas or stool
30C every 1–2 hours during acute diarrhea; 200C twice daily for persistent or morning diarrhea. Seek medical care for severe dehydration or bloody stool.
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.