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Navigating Potencies in Homeopathy: A Comprehensive Guide

Updated: Apr 1

Understanding the intricacies of potency selection in homeopathy is essential for effective treatment. Here's a detailed exploration of how to choose the right potency for optimal results:


Choosing the Correct Dose:

  • Administer one dose at a time, whether it's a tablet or droplet.

  • Even if the instructions suggest multiple tablets, giving just one is sufficient.

  • Placing a pillule in water and sipping it for ease of consumption. (shake or mix well before sipping, one sipping is one dose)


Repetition Guidelines:

  • Observe the response after giving one well-chosen remedy.

  • If there's no change, consider repeating the dose after one hour.

  • If symptoms improve, wait and monitor progress.

  • Should symptoms return, administer a second dose.

  • Seek professional guidance if symptoms persist or worsen.


Understanding Potencies:

  • A 30c potency is suitable for most first-aid applications.

  • Higher potencies like 200c or 1m are reserved for intense emotional issues or acute physical injuries.

  • Lower potencies can be administered up to four times a day, while higher potencies should be used sparingly.

  • Reserve 200c, 1m, and 10m potencies for occasional use, especially before or after significant events.


What to Expect After Administration: After giving a remedy, observe for changes in symptoms:

  1. No Change: Reevaluate the remedy choice or address potential obstacles to remedy effectiveness.

  2. Symptoms Improve: Monitor progress; if symptoms return, consider repeating the remedy or using a higher potency.

  3. Old Symptoms Return: This indicates a positive response as the body addresses suppressed symptoms. Avoid suppressive medications and consider sipping the same remedy in water throughout the day for rebalancing.


Keep It Simple: Don't overwhelm your system with remedies. Stick to the essentials and avoid over-prescribing.

Wait and See: Trust in your body's natural healing process. Give it time to respond to remedies before making any hasty decisions.

Follow Your Gut: Listen to your instincts—they often hold valuable insights into what your body needs.

Know When to Ask for Help: If symptoms persist, seek guidance from a qualified homeopath. They can help address the root cause of the issue.


Navigating Sensitivity: Tips for Using Homeopathy


  1. Dilution Method: Take a spoonful from the diluted glass and add it to a second glass, repeating the process as needed until you find the intuitively right dosage for your sensitivity level.

  2. Alternative Administration Methods: If ingesting the remedy proves too intense, explore alternative administration methods. Some people find relief by sniffing the remedy or applying it to the skin. Experiment with different application techniques to determine what works best for you.

  3. Absorption through Proximity: Another approach for sensitive individuals is to absorb the energy of the remedy indirectly. Simply place the remedy beside you for a few hours, allowing your body to absorb its healing properties gradually.


Being sensitive to homeopathy doesn't mean you can't benefit from its healing powers. By experimenting with dilution methods, incremental dosages, alternative administration techniques, and absorption through proximity, you can tailor your homeopathic experience to suit your individual sensitivity level. Trust your intuition, listen to your body, and find the approach that works best for you.

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