MYRICA CERIFERA

Myrica cerifera MT has marked action on the liver with jaundice, and mucous membranes. It is used for persistent sleeplessness in jaundice. Research has proved that myricadiol has a mild effect on potassium-sodium levels, whereas myricitrin is an anti-bacterial. It helps strengthen resistance to infection. Reports of its benefits have also come in case of IBS. It is also used in cases of diarrhoea, dysentery, convulsions, and topically for bleeding gums.

Reference

1. W. Boericke, New Manual of Homoeopathic Materia Medica & Repertory [with Relationship of Remedies], Second Re-Augmented & Revised Edition Based on Ninth Edition, Reprint Edition 2002, B. Jain Publishers, New Delhi.
2. Dr. P. N. Varma, et al., A Compendium of Rare and Clinically Established Mother Tinctures, 4th Edition, Dr. Willmar Schwabe India Pvt. Ltd., A-36, Sector 60, Noida.