Question 1

what forms of arnica is safe to use?

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Homeopathic: Homeopathic arnica is safe to take.  Full strength oral use of herbal arnica is not recommended due to toxic effects.  http://tinyurl.com/k5felrz.

Question 2

how long can a person take arnica capsules?

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Arnica: You might be referring to the capsule preparation of the homeopathic remedy arnica montana, called sinecch.  This has arnica in different potencies to be used the day before, the day of, and a few days after surgery.  It's usually not necessary to use it longer than that.  http://www.alpinepharm.com/  it's also not the only homeopathic remedy which might be needed after trauma such as surgery.

Question 3

arnica for muscle inflammation ?

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Arnica: Arnica , gel, or sublingual showing in many patients can help in inflammatory process and before surgery or injectable tx., in reference to diminish blending problems and bruising .But i will recommend to check with your pcp if you need any other treatment and proper diagnostic

Question 4

what do you do for stomach pains resulting from orally taking too much arnica?

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Stop taking Arnica!!: I assume you're referring to arnica herb (http://umm.Edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/arnica). So when it comes to dietary supplements, if they bother you in some way, stop taking them. If you know that you've been taking too much arnica (or whatever else), just cut your dose. Of course, if you believe side effect is due to prescription medication, discuss side effects w/family doc & prepare option.

Question 5

what is arnica tea used for?

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Arnica tea: Arnica montana is a composite flower found in mountainous meadows.  It was previously used as a tea or tincture, but it's no longer used  in full strength internally because of potential toxicity.  Homeopathically it's safe, and can be used for trauma with bruising ; swelling. The german commission e approved it for topical use -- it has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and analgesic effects.

Question 6

can you prescribe arnica with metacam?

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No: Oral arnica is considered poisonous. It can cause large increases in blood presure and be toxic to the heart. Topical arnica (on the skin) is generally recognized as safe.

Question 7

can you take morphine and arnica together?

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Morphine and arnica: Yes you can - arnica does not contain any opiate molecules.

Question 8

is arnica ointment good for fast removal of a small hickey, they are small but need to be gone by tomorrow.?

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Hickey = bruise: A hickey, big or small, is a bruise, which is blood that came out of the blood vessels and is now stuck inside the skin. With the use of arnica, the hickey will lighten and fade away. Without the use of arnica, the hickey will lighten and fade away just as quickly. However, the arnica will also lighten up one's wallet.

Question 9

is arnica pellet safe during pregnancy

Accepted Answer

No,it is not safe to: take by mouth during pregnancy. It is toxic.

Question 10

my friend brought me a combination of belladonna and arnica. what are the uses?

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Belladonna+ arnica: Belladonna "b"and arnica each has topical pain relieving effects on the skin, for conditions deeper down like muscle spasm, pain or other tissue pains.  Not dangerous but u are not to swallow it, ever! topical b. May quiet inflamed nerves, thus reducing pain. If the pains are too major, this usually homeopathic strength gel may not bring all the relief you need+may need to take other pain meds.

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