DR. RECKEWEG R71
Sciatica drops
Ingredients:
Aconitum D4, Arsenicum album D30, Colocynthis D4, Gnaphalium polycephalum D3, Magnesium phosphoricum D8
Indications:
Sciatica, sciatica as a result of prolapse of the vertebral discs. It causes paraesthesias and pains in legs.
Mode of action:
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Aconitum: Colds caused by dry cold air. Pains in legs. Paraesthesias especially at night.
 
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Arsenicum album: Burning pain especially at midnight. Ameliorated by warm applications.
 
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Colocynthis: Violent pains that are aggravated by slightest movement, cold or even touch. Cramp-like drawing pain along the sciatic nerve.
 
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Gnaphalium polycephalum: Nerve root pain with formications. Ameliorated on sitting.
 
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Magnesium phosphoricum: Nocturnal pain, ameliorated by warm applications and pressure.
 
Dosage:
In acute cases give initially 8–10 drops in some water every 1/4 to 1/2 hour.
When improvement sets in, reduce the dosage to 10–15 drops every 1–2 hours.
Remarks:
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In the case of prolapse of the vertebral discs or spinal osteoarthritis: it is recommended to give additionally R11, 10 to 15 drops 3–4 times daily
 
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In sciatica after getting wet: give additionally 10 to 15 drops of R11 3 times daily
 
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In the presence of diabetes mellitus: compare R40
 
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Intercostal neuralgia: compare R69
 
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In the presence of hypertrophy of the prostate gland: if necessary give in addition to R71, also R25
 
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Peripheral vascular disorders together with acroparaesthesia: compare R63
 
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In trigeminal and facial neuralgias: compare R70
 
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Topically use Lumbagin R61 rh