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Boiron Camilia
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Active Ingredients
| Chamomilla vulgaris 9C HPUS | Relieves teething pains accompanied by irritability | |
| Phytolacca decandra 5C HPUS | Relieves painful gums | |
| Rheum officinale 5C HPUS | Relieves minor digestive disorder associated with teething |
The letters HPUS indicate that these ingredients are officially included in the Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States.
Chamomilla Vulgaris ( german chamomile)
PROSCalming, great for digestive issues. Great at soothing and relaxing. Treats spasms. Can calm a fussy teething baby.
CONS: Chamomile is safe, but some people get sick of large doses and strong teas.
Avoided large doses during the pregnancy.
The most ethereal oils cannot be taken in without risk.
Use ethereal oil only internal if you have sufficient knowledge or consult a (homeopathic) physician. In general however is the working by external use more strong than by internal use.
Plytolacca decandraAlso known as poke-root.
PROS: Relives Aching, soreness, restlessness, prostration, theses are general symptoms guiding to Phytolacca Decandra. Pre-eminently a glandular remedy. Glandular swellings with heat and inflammation. Has a powerful effect on fibrous and osseous tissues; fasciae and muscle sheaths; acts on scar tissue. Syphilitic bone pains; chronic rheumatism. Sore throat, quinsy, and diphtheria. Tetanus and opisthotonos. Decrease of weight. Retarded dentition. Is close in nature to Ferrum and Belladonna and how it works to reduce inflammation, great for mastitis and sore throats. It also helps inflammation during teething for infants and toddlers,
CONS: No major side effects have been seen.
Rheum officinale:
PROS:Often used to treat constipation, and to dissolve blood clots and puss eruptions. In modern medicine it has been used to treat Hepatitis B. Stimulating laxative, Cathartic, Astringent, Antioxidant, Mild stimulating tonic to the alimentary mucous membranes, the liver and gall bladder.
CONS: Chronic use of rhubarb will deplete electrolytes, especially potassium, bringing about muscle weakness and increased constipation. Potassium loss can disturb cardiac rhythm and potentiate cardiac glycoside toxicity as with digitalis use.
#2. OILS or EXTRACTS
*Clove oil.
PROS: Dilute with vegetable oil (4 drops to 1 tablespoon of Oil) Rub on gums. The rubbing action will also soothe them as well.
CONS: Potent, needs to be diluted because it can have a burning sensation.
* Vanilla extract.
PROS: Rubbing a little bit on baby’s gums not only feels warm and soothing; the vanilla also has a calming effect.
CONS: No known side effects
#3. ORAJEL:
Benzocaine - anesthetic
Numbs babies gums for relief of pain and discomfort
PROS: numbing and relieves the pain temporarily
CONS: Can also numb the tongue and become a choking hazard. Also use it too much in one area and it will cause burns - and cause the gum tissue to sloth off. PAINFUL.
#4. Humphreys Teething Tablets:
Ingredients:
Chamomilla (chamomile) 3X HPUS irritation reliever
Coffea cruda (coffee seeds) 3X HPUS calming aid
Belladonna 3X HPUS (0.0000095% alkaloids) anti-inflammatory
Calcarea phosphorica (calcium phosphate) 12X HPUS supports dentition
Chamomilla:
PROS:used for nervousness, headaches, anxiety, and hysteria. It is also beneficial for colds and flu. Its antispasmodic properties, benefit cramps and spasms , probably due to the easily assimilable form of calcium found in it.
CONS: Chamomile is safe, but some people get sick of large doses and strong teas.
Avoided large doses during the pregnancy.
The most ethereal oils cannot be taken in without risk.
Use ethereal oil only internal if you have sufficient knowledge or consult a (homeopathic) physician. In general however is the working by external use more strong than by internal use.
Coffea Cruda:
PROS: is one of the homeopathy remedies often used for tinnitus, headaches, toothaches, teething, insomnia restlessness, racing thoughts,labor pains, and menopause. Coffea Cruda also known by its botanical name, Coffea arabica, is simply unroasted coffee beans. It normally helps calm the nervous system. In case of insomnia or restlessness, Coffea cruda may benefit you and it does perform as a sleep aid. It is mostly used for insomnia and nervousness. The diluted amount of caffeine helps people get a good night's rest.
CONS:
Too much and you have the opposite effect. Wide awake. So the dosage has to be correct.3X HPUS is the correct homeopathic dosage to relax and make sleepy. Not wire a child or infant up.
Belladonna:
(This one usually makes eyes pop due to its name and association. However it’s been used for centuries in a safe manner that is extremely effective) the dosage in teething tablets is very small, .0002 mg per tablet, the recommended dosage is two to three tablets four times a day. If given this amount, an infant would ingest .0024 mg per day. This is well below the overdose amount of 600 mg;
PROS: reduces red cheeks,inflammation, stops bronchial spasms in asthma and whooping cough, and as a cold and hay fever remedy. It is also used for Parkinson's disease, colic, motion sickness, and as a painkiller.
CONS: can make constipation worse, do not give during fevers as it can raise temperature. Large amounts of Belladonna are dangerous for anyone. Extreme dosage such as eating Belladonna berries can be lethal.
Calcarea phosphorica -calcium phosphate
PROS: used to treat irritability, headaches, stomach conditions, stiff muscles and joints, bone bruises, fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, teething, and insomnia caused by aches or growing pains.
CONS: No known major side effects
#5. The old standbys
Teething rings, frozen wash cloths, teething biscuts
PROS: safe, effective for children that don’t have a lot of discomfort
CONS: might not be effective enough, no known side effects.
#6 Tylenol and Ibuprofen
PROS: Fast acting, can help with insomnia or waking from teething pain
Ibuprofen reduces inflammation and swelling.
CONS: Tylenol is hard on the liver. Ibuprofen can be hard on the kidneys and it’s a blood thinner which could cause anyone to bruise a bit easier. Yes it's possible to overdose on these but follow the dosage directions and you shouldn't have any problems.
All in all what you choose is a very personal choice for your little one. I have used Humphreys tablets for my son and they’ve been wonderful. Other parents may not feel comfortable using a product with Belladonna in it no matter how safe it’s been used through out history. I totally understand this. I feel the same way about vaccinations. I can’t stand the thought of putting even the smallest amounts of mercury, formaldahyde, monkey cells, and aborted fetal cells in my child. I have been diagnosed with M.S. and there have been several studies that show that autoimmune diseased could possibly be caused by all the additives from vaccines.
I am totally on board with a parents gut feeling. Always be careful no matter what you choose and google, do the research of the ingredients. As a matter of fact a very good friend of mine bring my attention to this very subject and if she hadn't I wouldn't have done this post that could potentially help other parents, but she's just cool like that. I love her she's a great friend.
We are all trying to do the same thing. That would be: “I want to do the best thing for my child.” It’s up to us to keep them safe and happy. I believe we can do both and with love.
