Podophyllum Peltatum (Mayapple)
Podophyllum peltatum
A key remedy for rectal prolapse when the bowel feels weak, gurgling, and unable to hold its contents, with stool that seems to escape or gush almost involuntarily. Often accompanied by sinking weakness after stool and a bearing-down sensation.
Key indications
- Alternate remedy for rectal prolapse with involuntary or gushing stool
- Abdominal gurgling and sinking weakness after bowel movements
- Bearing-down pressure with a sense that the rectum cannot hold its contents
- Alternating constipation and diarrhea with prolapse tendency
Early morning, hot weather, motion, sour foods, straining
Lying down, rest, passing stool or gas, cool drinks
200C twice daily. May need to continue for several months.
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.