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March 2008. Miasms: Mere Theory or a Revolutionary Method of Analysis? (Vol. 12, #2)
The Use of Nosodes in Prescribing
Exploring the reasons to prescribe nosodes
The situation of defining what we are attempting to treat can arise when prescribing a nosode. A nosode is made from diseased material and therefore represents a specific, often superimposed influence on the constitution of a person. Therefore, once the nosode has done it’s work, another remedy that addresses the constitution – the basic nature of the person – should be given, partly as a prophylactic and perhaps to address any remaining constitutional issues. If we understand the constitution to be that which addresses the basic nature and the issues that stem from this, then by definition a nosode cannot be a constitutional remedy. Coming from a diseased source, it doesn’t reflect the basic nature but an imposed miasmatic influence, whether inherited or acquired. However, in some cases, one can see that once the nosode is given, no other remedy seems indicated. It has done it’s work and the person seems healed. However, if one can see a constitutional remedy based on characteristic qualities of the person, one can give the remedy, even if there is nothing particular to treat and not much may change. It’s effect will be mainly that of prevention. However, if one can’t see that remedy, then there is nothing to prescribe on. However, still knowing that the nosode is not constititional can be helpful in understanding what one is addressing.
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Richard Pitt | Homeopath and Educator
Richard has been practicing and teaching homeopathy in San Francisco since 1995. He orginally trained in England and has been practicing homeopathy since 1984. He is former Director of the Pacific Academy of Homeopathy in San Francisco and also teaches at many other schools in the United States and Canada. He is a founding board member and past president of the Council for Homeopathic Certification, which has established professional certification for the homeopathic profession in North America. He is in private practice in San Francisco.