Homeo Wk 11 Flashcards
What family does Tabacum (Tobacco) belong to?
Solanaceae.
What are the acute symptoms of Tobacco toxicity?
Nausea, vomiting, hypersalivation, vertigo, headache, sensory disturbances, respiratory paralysis (leading to death).
What are the chronic effects of Tobacco toxicity?
Strong dependence, cardiovascular issues, respiratory/digestive membrane irritation, and risk of lung cancer.
What are the effects of nicotine at low doses?
Tremors, increased heart/respiratory rates, and alertness.
What are the effects of nicotine at high doses?
Seizures, paralysis, bradycardia, cardiovascular collapse.
What is the lethal dose of nicotine for adults?
50-60 mg for adults; children and pets are more vulnerable.
What additional risks do e-cigarettes pose?
Risks from liquid nicotine ingestion or skin exposure.
What are the affinities of Tabacum (Tobacco)?
Stomach (motion sickness, pregnancy nausea), CNS and cerebrospinal nerves (general neurological symptoms).
What are the characteristic symptoms of Tobacco toxicity in the stomach?
Nausea, vomiting, death-like pallor, cold sweats.
What are the characteristic mental symptoms of Tobacco toxicity?
Depression, apathy, rage, restlessness, cheerful loquacity.
What are the general symptoms of Tobacco toxicity?
Muscular collapse, profuse secretions, weak pulse, coldness, dizziness.
What factors aggravate the symptoms of Tobacco toxicity?
Motion, warmth, fasting.
What factors relieve the symptoms of Tobacco toxicity?
Fresh air, uncovering the abdomen.
What family does Veratrum Album (White Hellebore) belong to?
Melanthiaceae/Liliaceae.
What causes the neurotoxicity in Veratrum Album (White Hellebore)?
Steroidal alkaloids affecting sodium channels, causing over-stimulation.
What are the main systems affected by Veratrum Album (White Hellebore)?
Nervous system, digestive system, heart, blood vessels, respiratory system.
What is the characteristic picture of Veratrum Album (White Hellebore) toxicity?
Collapse with extreme coldness, cold sweat (especially on forehead), cramps, projectile vomiting, and purging.
What are the general symptoms of Veratrum Album toxicity?
Shock with cold sweat, fainting, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, cold perspiration, cramping pains.
What cravings are associated with Veratrum Album toxicity?
Ice, sour fruit, salty food.
What mental symptoms are associated with Veratrum Album toxicity?
Melancholy, extravagant gestures, affectionate or obscene behavior, delusional grandeur.
What physical symptoms are associated with Veratrum Album toxicity?
Persistent hunger, violent vomiting, chest constriction, menstrual-related symptoms.
What factors aggravate symptoms of Veratrum Album toxicity?
Night, wet/cold weather, raw foods, cold drinks.
What factors relieve symptoms of Veratrum Album toxicity?
Warmth, walking, hot drinks.
