Quick Summary
Digitalis purpurea, known commonly as foxglove, is a flowering plant native to most parts of Europe. It is the original source of the heart medicine digoxin, (also called digitalis or digitalin).
Digitalis, a homeopathic remedy for heart weakness, slow pulse, and faintness. It is especially indicated when the heart feels weak, irregular, or slow, often with dizziness and nausea.
When the remedy matches the symptom profile, Digitalis has the ability to treat conditions such as angina, arrhythmia, congestive cardiac failure, hepatitis, prostatitis, and rheumatic heart disease.
Common Name: Foxglove
From the Old Masters
-Extremely slow, intermittent pulse; weak heart; or rapid, very irregular pulse.
-Respiration; irregular, difficult, slow, deep or performed by frequent deep sighs; sometimes stops on dropping off into sleep.
-Excessive jaundice, with slow, weak heart, and ashy-white stools.
-Faintness or sinking at the stomach; feels as if he would die if he moved.
-The blueness of the skin, eyelids; lips, tongue; cyanosis. Distended veins on lids, ears, lips, and tongue.
MIND AND DISPOSITION
- Gloomy and peevish.
- Indisposed to speak, inclination to lassitude.
- Dullness of head as from inebriation, with increased mental activity.
- Overworked mind, pulse being weak.
- Lascivious fancies day and night.
- Tearfulness, low-spirited.
- Internal anxiety, like from troubled conscience.
- Anxiety, with great fear for the future, worse at 6 P.M.
- Great anxiety and inclination to shed tears; apprehension about the future.
GENERALITIES
- Faintness and debility, with perspiration.
- Attacks of great debility, especially after breakfast and dinner.
- Great nervous weakness.
- Gray nodosities.
- Prickling pain in the muscles of the upper and lower extremities.
- Dropsy of internal and external parts.
TISSUES
- Piercing pains in the joints.
- Distended veins on the eyes, ears, lips, and tongue.
- Flabby, œdematous swelling all over; with fluttering, weak pulse, cold legs.
For Pets
- Heart weakness in older animals.
- Slow, irregular pulse with fatigue.
Where Do I find it?
Digitalis Purpurea is available here as a single remedy in a variety of strengths (potency).
Dosage Instructions
Take 3 Pellets of the remedy every 10 minutes to two hours (10 minutes for intense symptoms, 2 hours for milder ones). Once an improvement is noticed, stop dosing and repeat the remedy only if symptoms return. If there is no improvement at all by three doses, choose a different remedy or seek professional guidance.
A Few Words
While the above self-limiting, acute complaints are suitable for home treatment with Digitalis Purpurea, see your healthcare provider if your symptoms worsen or fail to improve. Digitalis Purpurea is also useful for a range of chronic or persistent complaints not listed; these are best managed by a qualified homeopath for good results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Digitalis used for in homeopathy? A: Digitalis is used for heart weakness, slow or irregular pulse, faintness, and palpitations.
Q: How does Digitalis differ from other heart remedies? A: It is especially indicated when the pulse is slow and weak, with accompanying dizziness, nausea, or bluish skin from poor circulation.
Q: Can Digitalis help with anxiety? A: Yes, it is often prescribed for anxiety related to heart function and palpitations.
Q: Is Digitalis safe for chronic heart conditions? A: Chronic or serious heart conditions should always be managed by a healthcare professional; Digitalis may be supportive but not a substitute for medical care.
Q: Can Digitalis be used for pets? A: Yes, it is sometimes used for older animals with weak or irregular pulse, but only under professional guidance.
Q: How should Digitalis be taken? A: Usually, 3 pellets daily or as directed by a practitioner, stopping once improvement is noticed.
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