Homeopathic treatment with pharmaceutical drug?
Remedies and pharmaceutical drugs
Any pharmaceutical drug, conventional treatment, homeopathic remedies, alternative medicine can affect homeopathic treatment. Even the normal shocks of daily life need to be considered. From all of the above variables in daily life to antidotes to homeopathic remedies the effects depends on individual sensitivity.
When pharmaceutical drugs are necessary
When pharmaceutical drugs are necessary blessings of modern technology, homeopaths carefully continue them, as needed. Usually, treatment sharply decreases the need for drugs.
Are homeopathic remedies safe?
Homeopathic remedies are a unique, potentized energy medicine, drawn from the plant, mineral and animal worlds. They work by gently boosting the natural energy of the body, and are very safe, even for the elderly, pregnant and sensitive patients. There is no danger of addiction or toxicity.
Can I continue my medications when I start homeopathic treatment?
Homeopathic remedies do not interfere with other medications. However, after the well-chosen remedy begins working, most people find that they can decrease their medications and in many cases eliminate them. For medicines which are necessary for your health, reduction of medication should be done with your doctor’s support. For example here is a discussion of reduction of asthma medication.
What will interfere with homeopathic treatment?
Drugs that strongly suppress the natural functions of the body will interfere with remedies that are meant to restore those functions. For instance, steroids and other immunosuppressants will interfere. Still, homeopathy can be used with these drugs. They will slow down your body's healing powers, so the homeopathic remedy will not be as effective, but it still will work.
Any strong stimulus that you are not accustomed to can antidote a working remedy. Thus, Camphor, some dental treatments, coffee (both decaf and regular coffee) may antidote or interfere. In very sensitive people, people who typically have many allergic reactions, even strong odors such as perfumes or peppermint candies can antidote. So the long list of possible antidotes depends on the sensitivity of the individual. In some people, strong shocks, either emotional or physical can stop a remedy from working. So, surgeries, car accidents and death of a loved one can be important factors in stopping the effect of treatment. When this happens, or if you suspect it, you should contact your homeopath immediately. There are many ways to handle this kind of problem.
Will I need to change my diet?
Only if you normally eat a substance that is toxic or irritating to your system would you need to change your eating habits. However, because homeopathic treatment depends on your inherent life force or energy level, any diet that lowers your life-giving energy will adversely affect your treatment. Happily, remedies affect unhealthy attitudes. So, if you have an unhealthy diet or addictions, if you choose to pay attention to changes in your perceptions, your tastes, appetite, and compulsions could also change in a healthy way. Also, through use of a special technique, I am able to see past problems that are suppressed. So, it is fine to change your habits gradually. That way, you can benefit from the help that your curative remedy can give you.
Can diabetics use homeopathic sugar pills?
Yes. The amount of sugar used in homeopathy is insignificant. One tiny pill is about the size of three grains of sugar. It is placed in a half bottle of water and only a drop at a time of that is taken. So, the amount of sugar used is insignificant.
Can I use other homeopathic remedies while receiving treatment?
You should always ask your homeopath before using other homeopathic remedies. The effect of remedies may feel mild if correctly selected, but they are actually very strong. Herbal teas, supplement, treatments such as acupuncture are all examples of effective healing alternatives that need to be reported to your homeopathy. Effective means that they are strong. They can complicate your treatment and after you start treatment, you should definitely report your intention to start new treatments. You do not want to confuse the signals given by your body with new and unknown remedies or pharmaceutical drugs. If you do under that assumption that the more the better, then you should let your homeopath know of an additional treatment.
Can I add new treatments after I have started homeopathic treatment?
Treatment of problems that occur during treatment is normal and often highly recommended. Both conventional medicine and alternative medicine are options. I always try to help my patients through difficulties by suggesting both homeopathy and other forms of treatment.