Question 1

is belladonna safe to use topically?

Accepted Answer

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! topically, there are no dangers to intact skin. 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.

Question 2

would it be fine to take belladonna/phenobarbital tablets from 2002?

Accepted Answer

No: Any medication that is that old should not be kept around the house. Dispose of it properly. It is unlikely to have much potency left, but you never know. Assume nothing. To find out the actual shelf life, a pharmacist might be able to give you specifics.

Question 3

how old does belladonna/phenobarbital have to be before it is not safe to use?

Accepted Answer

Best.Read Expiration: It is always best to use medication before its expiration date listed on the prescription.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

is there anything like belladonna for gallbladder spasms? ins. will not cover.

Accepted Answer

Dicyclomine: Dicyclomine may be used to help treat the spasms.  Remember that a low fat diet can help as well.

Question 6

what is the difference between homeopathic belladonna and the plant belladonna?

Accepted Answer

Dilution: Belladona alkaloids, from the plant, in normal concentrations causes pupillary dilation and effects on the sympathetic nervous system.  Homeopathic belladonna is a virtually infinite dilution of the intitial active belladonna so there is virtually none left in the bottle.  It is in fact water with nothing in it.

Question 7

is the belladonna good for depression?

Accepted Answer

BelladonnaDepression: Belladona is a plant alkaloid, from italian 'beautiful woman" as it causes the pupils to dilate enhancing the eye appearance. It easily achieves toxic levels of berries or leave are eaten. Poisoning with it causes eye dilation, constipation, confusion, flushing, cardiac and brain malfunction. It is not used for depression. Atropine or equiv are the useful analogs to it, e.g. In eye doctor dilation.

Question 8

does belladonna help with opiud withdrawl?

Accepted Answer

No: Material quantities of belladonna may be antispasmodic, but expose you to many risks.  It also will not cross-cover for, or help taper, opiates.  Homeopathic belladonna is not poisonous and has many applications, but opiod withdrawal is not an indication for using it.  See an addiction medicine doctor for comprehensive help for your addiction.  Good luck to you.

Question 9

i do not have diarrhea should i take belladonna pb?

Accepted Answer

Belladonna PB: It sounds like you're talking about belladonna with phenobarbitol -- maybe for irritable bowel syndrome?  This will slow down your bowel, and the phenobarb will calm anxiety.  I suggest asking the doctor who prescribed this, for specific instructions on when ; how to use it.

Question 10

i've heard that belladonna can be used to treat nausea?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Belladonna is commercially available over-the-counter (otc) for short-term use as "earache tablets" and as a "leg cramp" preparation. Belladonna can not be recommended otc as an anti-emetic, nor without physician oversight or prescription would safe dosing be possible.  If you have nausea that persists, the list of possible diagnoses is very long.  Please get check rather than self-medicating.

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