Parts Used
Dried Ripe Seeds, Wood, Leaf, Bark, Roots,
Side Effects, Risk Factors of, and Cautions for Nux Vomica
Avoid use during Pregnancy and Breast Feeding.
High dosage may lead to toxicity. Do not take for more than a week. It may cause severe side effects like:
Anxiety
Vertigo
Seizures
Convulsions
Liver Problems
Breathing Issues
Stiff neck and back
even death
Do avoid consuming it if suffering with such diseases like:
Debility
Liver Diseases
Heat Exhaustion
Kidney Diseases
High Blood Pressure
Description
Nux Vomica is a tree.
It is an evergreen.
It grows in tropical, subtropical climates.
It grows up to 12 M.
Best used for Indigestion.
The Homeopathic remedy , Nux Vomica is best used to treat :
Tobacco Addiction
Bad effects of Allopathic medications
Strangulated Umblical Harnia.
Note : Nux Vomica is not the remedy for just any type of Constipation. It is suitable for a particular type of Constipation where the stools are hard and small. The waist region is sensitive, the person is unable to wear a tight belt around his waist.
Nux Vomica is a suitable herb for:
People who are always on the run, live a busy life
Those who are exposed to continuous pressure of deadlines
People with Irregular sleeping habits
One who is living a Stressful life
Smokers and alcoholics
Frequent travelers
Such people are likely to be lean, thin and not satisfied with bowel movements.
In TCM :
Meridians Associated : Liver and Spleen.
Cancer Treatment : Useful in treating the following types of Cancer.
Uterine Cancer
Blood Cancer
Breast Cancer
Lungs Cancer