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vomica

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vom·i·ca (vm-k)
n.
1. Profuse expectoration of putrid matter.
2. An abnormal pus-containing cavity, usually in a lung, caused by deterioration of tissue.
3. The pus contained in such a cavity.
vomica
pl. vomicae [L.]
1. the profuse and sudden expectoration of pus and putrescent matter.
2. an abnormal cavity in an organ, especially in the lung, caused by suppuration and the breaking down of tissue.
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She also recommends arnica for bruises, belladonna for a headache, calendula for cuts, lavender oil to add to a bath to aid sleep and distress, and nux vomica for hangovers.
Annabel puts faith in herbal remedies by Birmingham Mail (England)
Homoeopathic Nux Vomica for example cures more than 50 diseases, whereas Allopathic Nux Vomica is a deadly poison.
Dickensian mentality by Gulf Daily News (Manama, Bahrain)
Commonly used remedies include arnica for bruises, milk thistle for hangovers and nux vomica for anyone who has over-indulged on food and alcohol.
Helping the body's healing process; Homeopathy by Evening Gazette (Middlesbrough, England)
 
 
 
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