Anacardium Orientale Homeopathic Remedy

Homeopathic remedies such as anacardium orientale work on the principle that like treats like. These remedies are made with minute quantities of an active substance, and stronger medications contain less of the substance. This is done through a dilution process that is listed in scales of Xs, such as 6X, meaning diluted six times. Homeopathic remedies often are taken as drops or as small pills that dissolve under the tongue.

Anacaridum Orientale

• Anacardium orientale is made from Anacardiaceae, or the Marking Nut tree, which belongs to the cashew family of trees. The nuts of this tree also produce ink. It is said that just as the tree (or its nuts) leaves a mark, people in need of this remedy also feel the need to leave their mark upon the world. The remedy, Anacardium orientale, is made from the oily black juice found around the nut. Besides its homeopathic uses, Hindus and Arabians have long used this juice to treat ailments such as skin problems and mental illness.

Who Would Benefit

• This homeopathic remedy is often used to treat people who are either hard-hearted and cruel or those who are cowardly, neurotic and always searching.

  The homeopathic patient requiring Anacardium orientale often is easily irritated and prone to swearing. You may suffer from depression, a lack of self-discipline and an aversion to work. You also may lack self-confidence and, if a student, have a fear of tests. You may show signs of dyspepsia. Eating sometimes alleviates the symptoms, but only temporarily. You also may notice that your senses of sight, smell and hearing are poorer than they should be.

  This remedy often helps people who have been abused or feel inadequate, leading them to engage in behaviors in which they constantly try to prove themselves. In extreme cases, people who might benefit from Anacardium orientale could become so devoid of emotion that they turn toward acts of cruelty and destruction. They may be finicky and obsessed with cleanliness. They also can easily become religious zealots, obsessed with thoughts of evil.

Anacardium Remedy

• Anacardium orientale is available in a variety of doses and is most commonly found as pellets or granules. You also can find it in liquid form. Seek the advice of a homeopathic doctor rather than choosing your own dosage. However, if you suspect you need this remedy and are unable to find a homeopathic doctor, try low dosages first, such as 6X, 12X or 30X strength. Follow the container's directions for taking the remedy. Start with the recommended minimum number of doses, building up to a greater quantity if you need it.