Are Homeopathy Medicines Safe?

Yes! They usually are. Homeopathy medicines are given in sub-physiological doses (as dilution). They do not have any chemicals or added colors in them. Since they work 'with' our immune system and not 'in spite' of our immune system, they usually do not cause adverse reactions. Homeopathy medicines usually do not have any side-effects (as understood in conventional medicine) and they can not cause structural damage in general. They can be given to infants and pregnant woman too.

This does not mean that homeopathic medicines are totally harmless. The medicines are harmless only when selected properly and used in moderate potencies for a limited time or when taken under expert guidance. If the person taking the medicine is too sensitive or if the medicines are used in very high/very low dilutions (depending on the patients sensitivity) for long periods, medicinal symptoms can appear in a person.

Homeopathy medicines have a very profound action on human economy, so they should not be taken without consulting a qualified homeopath.

In many countries, homeopathy medicines are available as over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, which do not need a prescription. If you plan to use homeopathy remedies as home-remedies, at least follow these guidelines -

- Do not try to treat any chronic ailment yourself.

- For acute conditions, use medicines in lower potencies like 6c, 12c, 30c etc.

- Do not repeat the medicine more than 3/4 times a day.

- If the medicine does not give desired results in a day or two, seek professional help.

There is no such thing in this world as 'totally-safe'. Homeopathy medicines are safe only when used judiciously.