Saturday, 13 September 2014

Linum usitatissimum

Linum usitatissimum
(common flax)
* The application of Linseed poultice has producedin sensitive subjects severe respiratory
disturbances, as asthma, hives, etc.
* Its action in such cases is marked by intense irritation.
* It has been found to contain small quantity of Hydrocyanic acid, which may account for
this intensity.
* The decoction is of service in inflammation of the urinary passages, cystitis, strangury, etc.
* Also in diseases of the intestinal tract.
* It has a place in the treatment of asthma, hay-fever and urticaria.
* Trismus and paralysis of the tongue.
Relationship
- Compare : Linum Catharticum -Purging flax -(Similar respiratory symptoms, but also colic
and diarrhoea).
Dose
- Lower potencies.

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