Introduction
English: histamine (bichlorhydrate). Greek – Histos-tissue; Ammonikon – a gum from plants near temple of Ammon – Jupiter
Substance: Purified chemical
Name given by: Julian MM; Proving: Gringuaz 1950 published in The Journal of the American Institute of Homeopathy
Histamine by first identified in ergot and soybean oil by Barger and Dale in 1910.
Related terms
histamin hydrochloride, histamine bi-chlorhydrate, histamine dihydrochloride, histamine hydrochloride, histaminum muriaticum
It is widely ddistributed in plant and animal tissues having the highest concentration in lungs. Histamine is destroyed in digestive tract; therefore, its conventional use is usually parenteral.
Histaminum is a frequently indicated intercurrent remedy used for various clinical conditions related to allergy. But at the same time there is scarcity of its related literature. This article intends to collate the information regarding homeopathic uses of Histaminum as a remedy.
The major used indicated and submitted by practicing physicians can be enlisted as
Respiratory
- Hay fever,
- Nasal congestion,
- Painful dryness of nose,
- Nose blocked
- Bronchial congestion,
- Recurrent tendency for allergic bronchitis,
- Asthma
- Conservative in cases of COPD / Emphysema
Skin
- Itching,
- Rashes,
- Redness,
- Swelling,
- Urticarial rashes, hives, (acute as well as chronic),
- Dermatitis (Eczema), Pruritus
General
- Gastric pain with low blood pressure especially in cases of allergic disorders,
- Diminished appetite,
- Dryness of mouth,
- Vertigo,
- Heat of ears
Common potencies used – 6cH, 30cH, and 200cH
Types of Prescription – Used as Intercurrent in majority of the cases, should not be repeated too often especially in lower doses.
Related remedies: Secale cor, Urtica urenus, Allium cepa, Sabadilla
Source: Clinical use by clinician, Hahnemannian Provings by J Stephenson 1988
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I use it in my practice and it gives good results
Mam is histaminum chemically made or natural ??
I have used this remedy often for skin conditions like urticaroa, eczema or with people who have used antihistaminics Or antiallergocs for longer time. Increases the immunity and reduces sensitivity of skin. I have observed that patients needing this remedy are very irritable sensitive and short tempered generally.
And mostly we get the history of using antiallergics either for skin ailments or respiratory ailments.
what dosage do you recommend 30c, 6c or 200c??????
Histaminum is considered as one of the hurried and impatient remedy in our Homoeopathic Materia Medica. Waiting is the most difficult task for them as it make them irritable and abusive.
Mind; anxiety; rest agg.
Mind; anguish; restlessness with
Mind; hurry, haste; occupation in
Mind; irritability with impatience
Mind; restlessness, nervousness, respiratory complaints, with
Mind; work, impossible, restlessness from
Hence we can consider Histaminum in those patients who came with respiratory or allergic diseases with hurried and impatient disposition.
Thank you so much for giving important information about medicine with very clear indication..keep it up.
Where can we find the literature of Histaminum? Any sources please. Cannot find in the materia medica.
Hello! I used Histaminum 200C for abdominal swelling due to celiac disease (autoimmune condition) and exposure gluten. After a prolonged period of abdominal swelling and persistent gas and feeling very unwell overall, it was a huge help! My abdomen went back to almost norma after 2 doses. I tried other remedies but only this one had a real effect. Lycopodium is also helping however. I am reluctant to continue taking it as I am not a homeopath.