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
- An alternate remedy for persistent profuse, watery, gushing diarrhea
- 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
200C every 2 hours or after every loose stool during severe diarrhea; taper as symptoms improve.
Arsenicum Album (white arsenic)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.