Homeopathic Ointment Preparation from Adam’s root (Thamus communis)

Abstract

Aims of the paper. Homeopathy represents internationally recognized safe system of treatment that helps the human body to recover, relieves symptoms and improves overall health. Homeopathic remedies comprise micro doses of active ingredients and almost do not possess sides effects characterized for traditional medicines. The object of our research was Adam’s root collected in Georgia. In homeopathy Adam’s root is used for removing freckles, suntans and spots of various origin as well as for removing scratches and pockmarks, relieving heap, waist and joints pains, rubbing chilblains. Homeopathic preparations made from Thamus communis represent OTC products only in 3x and more dilutions and are available both in pills and solutions. However, they are not available in the form of homeopathic ointment that might be convenient pharmaceutical form for patients with difficulties in swallowing pills. The aim of our research was preparation of homeopathic ointment with rheumatic pain prompt relieving property.