Apis Mellifica: A homeopathic remedy with multiple therapeutic benefits
Apis mellifica 4CH, 5CH, 7CH, 9CH, 12CH, 15CH, 30CH available in our online pharmacy in homeopathic granules from the Boiron laboratory. This homeopathic strain is also available to order from our online pharmacy as a Boiron d'Apis dose.
English name: BEE
Registered medicine: EH00065
Registered in the pharmacopoeia
Origin: Animal
Homeopathic medicine based on honey bee (Apis mellifica).
Apis mellifica is a popular and effective homeopathic remedy used in various fields of medicine, such as dermatology , otolaryngology, and ophthalmology. This treatment is particularly suitable for conditions associated with edema and itching , and its effects are often enhanced by the application of cold. In this page, we will explore in depth the indications, dosage and advice for using Apis mellifica to optimize its benefits.
Apis Mellifica: a natural solution to relieve pain
Apis Mellifica, also known as honey bee, has been used for millennia in different fields. The Egyptians used this remedy to treat various pathologies. Today, Apis Mellifica is mainly used in homeopathy to relieve pain, treat rheumatism and treat various ENT conditions, including conjunctivitis and otitis. This remedy is available in different forms, such as granules, drops, drinkable ampoules and suppositories.
Indications of Apis mellifica in a tube of granules
Apis mellifica is advised against types of skin problems that can be linked to insect bites. Apis mellifica is also effective against certain allergies such as hay fever or hives.
Apis mellifica is also used against: Rheumatism, Angina, Burns, Conjunctivitis.
Indications in Oto-Rhino-Laryngology
Apis Mellifica is a particularly effective remedy in the treatment of otitis in children and adults, as well as for suppuration of the ears. It is recommended from the first signs of otitis, especially in case of itching and the presence of a foreign body. Rigorous hygiene is necessary during the treatment.
In children, Apis mellifica is particularly effective in treating seromucous otitis and that of the viral type.
Ophthalmology: Apis Mellifica to treat conjunctivitis and eye infections
Apis Mellifica is also indicated for people suffering from occasional or chronic conjunctivitis, accompanied by chemosis, an inflammatory edema. Note that these symptoms may be associated with eyelid deformity.
This homeopathic remedy is also effective in treating allergic and viral conjunctivitis, as well as conjunctivitis in infants. In the latter case, it is imperative to consult a doctor immediately.
Apis mellifica is also recommended in the treatment of cysts, different forms of chalazion or infection of the eyelids.
This homeopathic strain is recommended for several types of tear duct infections. It is particularly effective in treating styes. If the pathology becomes complicated, you should immediately consult a doctor.
Gynecology: Apis Mellifica to relieve inflammation of the ovaries
In gynecology, Apis mellifica is used for the treatment of ovaritis (inflammation of the ovaries) following salpingitis (inflammation of the fallopian tubes) or ovarian cysts.
However, it is advisable to consult a specialist, especially if the woman is pregnant and feels pain in the ovaries.
Depending on the case to be treated, the dose of Apis mellifica can vary considerably.
Urology: Apis Mellifica to treat urinary tract infections
Apis Mellifica is also indicated in urology, especially for people with difficulty in urinating. This remedy is effective in treating urethritis and cystitis, especially when the urine is dark and the last drops cause a burning sensation. Note that urethritis is the most common case.
Traumatology and ENT: Apis Mellifica to relieve pain and various ailments
Apis mellifica is very effective in treating pain caused by various conditions.
The exhausted patient, presenting with an aching body and feeling pains intensifying with any contact, should take Apis mellifica.
In addition, if the pain produces a stinging sensation and when the subject feels that these stings suddenly relocate, treatment with Apis mellifica is essential.
Apis mellifica is effective against several types of affections such as sore throat and angina.
Patients with an inflamed glottis and throat and difficulty swallowing saliva should take Apis mellifica.
Rheumatology: relieve knee arthritis
Hydarthrosis is most commonly known as synovial effusion and is a symptom of inflammation in the knee. Indeed, this inflammation can cause an effusion of a viscous liquid that may contain crystals of calcium or uric acid. Hydrarthrosis also occurs after trauma. To treat hydrarthrosis, it is recommended to take 5 granules of Apis mellifica 9 CH and 5 granules of Bryonia alba 9 CH , three doses per day. The appearance of a fever or excessive pain requires a medical consultation.
Tips for using Apis mellifica
Regardless of the pathology observed, Apis mellifica should not be taken in combination with any stimulating and exciting product such as coffee, tobacco and mint.
Apis mellifica should also be taken without meals.
The doses and the granules are to be left to melt under the tongue.
Formulations administered to infants should be diluted in water.
Dosage of Apis mellifica
If the patient has acute attacks, it is necessary to take 5 granules in 9 or Apis mellifica 15 Ch following an interval of 10 to 15 minutes.
When the patient's condition improves, the doses should be spaced out.
In chronic and subacute cases, 5 granules should be administered in 9 or 15 Ch, at the rate of 2 to 4 doses per day.
Packaging of Apis mellifica and capacity
Translucent granule tube (allows you to view the remaining granules).
Each tube color corresponds to a dilution
yellow 4CH green 5CH red 7CH blue 9 CH water green 12CH orange 15CH purple 30CH
Weight 4g. About 80 pellets.
Precaution for use of Apis mellifica
Caution
Store the homeopathic medicines of Apis mellifica away from light, heat, humidity and any source of emanation and perfumes.
Give homeopathic granules of Apis mellifica to babies and children
Dissolve the Apis mellifica granules in 100ml of water. The granules being very long to dissolve, it is necessary to prepare your mixture in advance.
Homeopathy and pregnancy
Homeopathic medicines have no chemical toxicity, contraindications, interactions with other medicines, or adverse effects related to the quantity of product ingested. Pregnant women can be treated without known risk for them and their future child. .
What to do in the absence of improvement with Apis mellifica within 24 hours
Some pathologies cannot be treated in homeopathy by simple self-medication. Their seriousness requires medical advice that can be issued by a homeopathic doctor.
Other indications according to "PRACTICAL homeopathy" by Doctor Binet homeopath.
All insect bites (in particular bees, wasps, tiger mosquitoes) with pain, redness, heat, tumour. Localized edema, but no fluctuation, only inflammation.
Apis calms inflammatory pain, reduces edema, and promotes elimination through urine, by increasing diuresis (Acetic acid, Cantharis, Allium cepa...).
Hence Apis is recommended in all water retention in the tissues: edema of all kinds (in particular renal white edema, Quincke's edema, lips, tongue, eyelids, glottis, false croup, lung oedema, dropsy, hydrocele...). Stinging and burning pains ameliorated by cold.
Apis is recommended in arthritis with swelling and effusion (hydarthrosis), erysipelas, urticaria, acute edematous angina, AAR, meningeal reactions, cystitis, keratitis, retinal detachment... Stinging pain and burning.
It is therefore a medicine of summer (insects) but it is aggravated by heat, and apis is never thirsty.
(For allergic urticaria: see Astacus).
It is often associated with Urtica (nettle = plant bites).