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Homeopathic Remedies for Travel Ailments

By Cathy Wong, About.com

Updated: January 30, 2008

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Homeopathy is based on the principle of "like cures like". The remedies, which are generally dilutions of natural substances from plants, minerals, and animals, are selected to specifically match a person's individual symptom pattern. Here are some homeopathic remdies that are used for travel fears and ailments.

  • Argentum Nitricum

    Argentum Nitricum is a remedy that may be used for fear, apprehension or anxiety associated with travel. It's also suggested for someone who has a fear of heights, crowds, closed spaces or water

  • Capsicum

    The homeopathic remedy Capsicum is often recommended for feelings of homesickness.

    Created December 23, 2003



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    Kruzel T. The Homeopathic Emergency Guide. North Atlantic Books and Homeopathic Educational Services. Berkeley, CA 1992.

    Lessell CB. The World Travellers' Manual of Homeopathy. C.W. Daniel Company Limited. Essex, England. 1993.

    Lininger S, Gaby A, Austin S, Brown DJ, Wright JV, Duncan A. The Natural Pharmacy, 2nd Edition. Prima Health and Healthnotes, Inc., 1999.

    Morrison R. Desktop Companion to Physical Pathology. Hahnemann Clinic Publishing Nevada City, CA. 1998

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