Calc. Carb.
Calcium carbonicum Hahnemanni
Origin
Secreted by oysters between the inner and outer layers of their shells. In this form it is commonly called mother-of-pearl.
Background
Previously given as an antacid, and now used in dentistry, in making furniture and jewelry, and in the building and chemical industries.
Preparation
The shells are cleaned and dried, and the mother-of-pearl is removed from the outer shell. It is then triturated with lactose sugar.
Common Names
Calcium carbonate, oyster shell, mother-ofpearl, carbonate of lime.
Secreted by oysters between the inner and outer layers of their shells. In this form it is commonly called mother-of-pearl.
Background
Previously given as an antacid, and now used in dentistry, in making furniture and jewelry, and in the building and chemical industries.
Preparation
The shells are cleaned and dried, and the mother-of-pearl is removed from the outer shell. It is then triturated with lactose sugar.
Common Names
Calcium carbonate, oyster shell, mother-ofpearl, carbonate of lime.
OYSTER SHELL
The homeopathic remedy calcium
carbonate is made from oyster shells. The
calcified remains of many crustaceans also
contain calcium carbonate.
Key Symptoms
fears and anxieties; delayed development; sour-smelling discharges; sensitivity to the cold; aversion to dairy products; cravings for sweets and eggs-
Oyster shells are the natural source of calcium carbonate used in this remedy, but the
compound also occurs naturally in marble, chalk, pearls, limestone, and coral. It is
one of several calcium salts used in homeopathy. The human body needs calcium to
function efficiently, since various essential compounds are produced when it combines
with protein in the body. Hahnemann proved the remedy, and published it in his
Chronic Diseases (1821–34).
Remedy Profile
Calc. carb. is best suited to shy, placid, sensitive, contemplative people who may also have an agitated, excitable side, notably in the face of cruelty. Cautious and fearful worriers, they are calmed by reassurance. They are forgetful, lacking in energy, and inherently clumsy, often spraining ankles and wrists. Work and security are important.As children, these individuals develop slowly, teething and walking later than the average age. Both adults and children may sweat heavily, mostly on the scalp, and have a sluggish circulation. There may be an aversion to meat, dairy foods, and coffee, and cravings for sweets, eggs, or indigestible things such as chalk or soap. They are prone to constipation and sour-smelling sweat, and may be sensitive to the cold. They are inclined to be overweight.
Calc. carb. is prescribed for anxiety-related conditions, and for bone, joint, and dental problems, digestive disorders, headaches, and certain ailments affecting women's health.
Anxiety & phobias
Symptoms: Worry and fears that may escalate into obsessive behavior, mainly focusing around fears that other people will "see through them" and consider them unable to cope or fakes. Anxiety may be due to irrational fears, typically of darkness, poverty, illness, death, or failure. Worry and anxiety dreams may result in sleep being disrupted or prevented, leading to insomnia.Symptoms better: For dry weather; in the late morning; after breakfast.
Symptoms worse: For cold weather; toward evening; for mental exertion; after eating.
Bone & joint pain
Symptoms: Backaches, bone growths, bunions, or joint pain, perhaps caused by an arthritic condition, an inflammatory joint problem such as tennis elbow, or a slow-mending sprain. Broken bones tend to be slow to heal.Symptoms better: For lying on the affected side; in the late morning; for dry weather.
Symptoms worse: For cold; for damp; for sweating; for physical exertion; before menstruating.
Dental problems
Symptoms: Painful teething in children, with sore gums, fever, and a sweaty scalp. The child is irritable and makes a chewing motion with the jaws. Calc. carb. is also used for slow tooth development, weak, crumbly teeth, and dental decay in children and adults.Symptoms better: For warm weather; for rubbing or lying on the affected area.
Symptoms worse: For heat or cold in the mouth; for a direct current of air on the tooth.
Digestive disorders
Symptoms: Indigestion with flatulence, bloating, and sour belching, or constipation with sour-smelling, hard, pale stools. Symptoms may improve when accompanied by constipation. They are often triggered by anxiety and agitation.Symptoms better: In the late morning; after breakfast.
Symptoms worse: For cold; for damp; on waking; for sweating; for physical exertion; before menstruating; for milk.
Headaches
Symptoms: Sharp head pain, often right-sided, and possibly with dizziness, congestion, or catarrh. Migraines with nausea and bursting pain may develop.Symptoms better: In the late morning; for dry weather.
Symptoms worse: For cold; for damp; before menstruating; in spring.
Women's health
Symptoms: Burning vaginal itching, with a thick, yellow or white discharge, due to thrush. There may be heavy menstrual flow or premenstrual syndrome (PMS), possibly with low energy levels, enlarged, painful breasts, and dizziness. Menopausal symptoms may include breast pain and heavy bleeding.Symptoms better: For warmth; for rest; for dry weather.
Symptoms worse: For cold; for exertion; for emotional stress.
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