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Sodium phosphoricum salt of Dr. Schuessler No. 9
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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The sodium phosphoricum salt of Dr. Schüssler No. 9 is a homeopathic medicine that belongs to the group consisting of 12 potentiated medicinal salts used by the German doctor Schuessler.
Indications of the sodium phosphoricum salt by Dr. Schuessler No. 9
It is used to treat various digestive disorders, including bloating, dyspeptic phenomena, problems with digestion of fatty foods (obesity or stomach cramps develop), as well as acid reflux.
Release form
The release takes place in a tablet form, with 80 pieces inside a separate vial. The pack contains 1 bottle.
Pharmacodynamics
The body needs mineral salts, because they help maintain the cells. The theory of Schüssler says that because of regulatory disorders in cellular activity, various ailments and pathologies develop. The use of mineral salts for treatment leads to the restoration of cellular functions and stabilizes the balance of matter within the body.
The sodium phosphate component is located inside the brain cells, and in addition, inside the muscles with nerves, connective tissues and erythrocytes. The substance helps stabilize the pH-balance. In addition, it promotes the processes of metabolism within the body and helps in case of increased acidity.
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Dosing and administration
During the use of the medicine, the following instructions are required:
- for adults and adolescents from 12 years: taking no more than 6 tablets per day (in acute condition) or 1-3 tablets per day (with chronic condition);
- children within the age of 6-11: take no more than 4 tablets per day (for acute disorders) or 1-2 tablets per day (for chronic violations);
- children in the period of 1-5 years: use no more than 3 tablets per day * (acute stages) or 1-well pill per day ** (chronic stages);
- infants in the period up to 1 year: taking a maximum of 2 tablets per day * (for acute pathologies) or the 1st pill per day ** (for chronic pathologies).
* for children under 5 years old, you need to dissolve the tablet in water (1 teaspoon is enough).
** the tablet is dissolved in plain water (100 ml), after which the child should drink 1 tablespoon of this solution (15 ml) 1-3 times / day.
The medication is taken before or after eating (at a half-hour interval). The tablet should be kept in your mouth until it dissolves.
Use of the sodium phosphoricum salt by Dr. Schuessler No. 9 during pregnancy
The medication can be given to pregnant women, as well as to nursing women solely on the advice of the treating doctor.
Contraindications
The main contraindications:
- intolerance to the active element, as well as any additional constituent substances of the drug;
- because one of the components of the drug is wheat starch, it is forbidden to take it to people who suffer from hypersensitivity to wheat.
Since the drug contains lactose, it should be taken with caution to people with lactose intolerance.
Side effects of the sodium phosphoricum salt by Dr. Schuessler No. 9
Due to the presence of wheat starch in the composition, its use can cause symptoms of hypersensitivity in patients. If any other manifestations of adverse reactions occur, you should immediately consult a doctor.
Storage conditions
Shelf life
The sodium phosphoricum salt of Dr. Schüssler No. 9 can be used for 5 years from the date of release of the drug.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Sodium phosphoricum salt of Dr. Schuessler No. 9" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.