IS HOMOEOPATHY SAFE?
Homoeopathic medicines are not harmful because they are so greatly diluted. They are safe, non-toxic, and non-addictive. They are prepared in Medicines Control Agency licensed laboratories to stringent standards of quality.
 
 
IS HOMOEOPATHY EFFECTIVE?
Since the success of homoeopathic treatment of cholera and typhoid was demonstrated in the early nineteenth century, homoeopathy has proved effective for millions of people world-wide. It has often succeeded where other forms of treatment have failed.
 
 
WITH WHICH DISEASES CAN HOMOEOPATHY DEAL?
Homoeopathic medicine is a complete and scientific form of medicine. It appears to work by triggering a healing response in the body which leads to a correction of the disease. Therefore, as the patient regains health, the symptoms disappear. This can happen whatever the disease, although ideally the procedure needs the expert guidance of a qualified homoeopathic doctor. If the disease is incurable, the same medicine which fits the patient may ease considerably the symptoms, even if it does not lead to a cure.
 
 
WHERE SHOULD ONE STORE HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINES?          .
Homoeopathic medicines should be stored in a cool place, away from strong sunlight. They should also be kept away from strong smelling substances, such as peppermint, perfume and especially camphor. Do not transfer medicines to a container that has held another homoeopathic medicine.
 
 
HOW LONG CAN THE MEDICINES BE STORED?
Properly stored homoeopathic medicines have an indefinite shelf life. However, it is better to change a medicine after five years.
 
 
HOW DOES ONE TAKE THE MEDICINES?
Homoeopathic medicines are available in different forms such as powders, granules, liquids, suppositories and tablets. Tablets are the most common form of medicine available. They should not be handled. Tip the tablets into a clean teaspoon and then drop them into the mouth to be chewed or sucked. Do not take them with food or drink.
 
 
CAN ONE TAKE HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINE WITH ORDINARY DRUGS?
It is safe to do so, although any side-effects caused by the ordinary drug may complicate the symptom picture and make the correct choice of a homoeopathic medicine more difficult. ALWAYS follow your doctor's advice.
 
 
IF THE SYMPTOMS BECOME WORSE WHEN FIRST TAKING A HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINE IS IT ALL RIGHT OR DOES THIS INDICATE THE WRONG CHOICE OF MEDICINE?
Homoeopathic medicines seek to stimulate symptoms, not suppress them so that the body will overcome the disease naturally. Therefore, if symptoms are 'aggravated' briefly, this usually means the medicine is working.
 
 
DO STRONG FLAVOURS, OR FOOD IN GENERAL, AFFECT THE ACTION OF THE MEDICINES?
It is best to take the medicines, between meals, leaving at least one hour before or after taking food. It is also advisable to avoid strongly flavored food or beverages, coffee for example. The use of flavored toothpastes should also be avoided.
 
 
IS IT SAFE TO TAKE HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINES DURING PREGNANCY?
The safety of homoeopathic medicines is well known. However, the law prohibits any medicine manufacturer from claiming that a medicine is safe during pregnancy.
 
 
ARE HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINES SAFE IN THE TREATMENT OF CHILDREN?
Yes. They can be given safely, even to the youngest infant.
 
 
ARE THE BACH REMEDIES HOMOEOPATHIC?
The preparation of the Bach remedies differs fundamentally from that of homoeopathic potentisation. Dr Bach at one time did research at The Royal London Homoeopathic Hospital which may be why this question is often asked. The use and prescription of these remedies is based upon mental symptoms (grief, anxiety, stress, etc), whereas Homoeopathy takes both the physical and mental aspects of the patient into account.