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Alumina (Aluminium oxide)

Alumina is traditionally associated with sluggish bowel function, dryness of mucous membranes and a marked lack of the normal urge to pass stool.

One of its most characteristic features is constipation where considerable straining may be required, even when the stool is soft. The broader picture includes dryness, mental sluggishness and uncertainty.

Key indications: constipation without urging • dry mucous membranes • sluggishness • straining with soft stool • mental confusion • dry skin

Available in a choice of potencies and sizes.

Potencies available online
Individual homeopathic remedies are available for online purchase in 30C and 200C. Other potencies may be available following consultation or practitioner recommendation.

Traditional homeopathic information

The indications below are based on traditional homeopathic use and materia medica.

Alumina

Alumina has a particularly distinctive traditional affinity for the bowels, mucous membranes, skin and nervous system.

The central theme is sluggishness. Normal bodily functions seem slow to respond, particularly the natural urge to pass stool.

Unlike remedies where constipation is accompanied by frequent, ineffectual urging, Alumina may have almost no desire to empty the bowel at all.

When might Alumina be considered?

Traditionally, Alumina is associated with:

  • Constipation without the normal urge to pass stool

  • Straining even when stools are soft

  • Dry, hard stools

  • Dryness of the mouth and throat

  • Dry, rough or irritated skin

  • Sluggish digestion

  • Mental confusion or uncertainty

  • Difficulty making decisions

  • Sensations of heaviness

  • General sluggishness of bodily functions

  • Symptoms developing gradually

The Alumina picture

Think:

Dry. Sluggish. No urging. Straining.

One of Alumina’s most memorable characteristics is the person who must strain considerably to pass a stool, even when it is not particularly hard.

This helps distinguish Alumina from Nux vomica, where there is frequent, ineffectual urging, and Opium, where the bowel may be profoundly sluggish with little or no awareness of the need to pass stool.

What makes Alumina symptoms better or worse?

Worse:

  • Morning on waking

  • Cold, dry weather

  • Dry conditions

  • Prolonged inactivity

  • Potatoes in some digestive complaints

Better:

  • Warmth

  • Warm drinks

  • Gentle movement

  • Damp weather in some complaints

How to Use Your Remedy

Select the remedy and potency that best matches the traditional homeopathic symptom picture.

30C is commonly used for minor, self-limiting complaints and home first-aid situations.

200C is a higher potency and should be used more selectively. If you are unsure which remedy or potency is appropriate, professional homeopathic guidance is recommended.

Allow the pillules to dissolve in the mouth. Follow the directions supplied with your remedy.

Homeopathic prescribing is individual. Once symptoms are clearly improving, further doses are generally not required unless symptoms begin to return.

Storage
Keep remedies tightly closed and store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, excessive heat and strong odours.

Important Information

The information provided for our individual remedies is based on traditional homeopathic use and materia medica.

These remedies are intended for the self-management of minor, self-limiting complaints. They are not intended for the home treatment of serious, chronic or ongoing conditions.

Keep medicines out of reach of children. Store as directed on the product label.

If symptoms are severe, persistent, worsening or concerning, seek appropriate medical attention.

ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE.