Calcium carbonate, also known as Cal Carb, calcium carbonate, oyster shell, mother-of-pearl, or lime carbonate, is the mineral from which all seashells are made and is not much different from the calcium in human bones. The homeopathic remedy is made only from oyster shell from which the mother-of-pearl has been removed. They are then crushed with lactose sugar and what remains after very careful and thorough preparation is calc carb.
Its main action is focused on the vegetative sphere, with malnutrition being the keynote of its action. It is very often used to treat symptoms of depression and hypothyroidism.
The profile of the Calc Carb person will be the shy and sensitive type. These people are quite contemplative by nature, but have an easily agitated side. They will become excitable in the face of cruelty since they do not tolerate it. They tend to be forgetful by nature and often lack energy, and can even appear clumsy. They are quite confident in safety throughout their daily lives.
Calcarea Carbonica is indicated for people who suffer from anxiety and phobias. The following symptoms are often treated with the remedy: fear of failure, restlessness, anxiety, night sweats, obsessive or compulsive behavior or related feelings and emotions, acute or chronic sleep disturbances, forgetfulness, confusion, discouragement, warts, and a constant need to tranquillity. and often distract their close friends and family by talking too much about their problems and worries.
When sick, they can become extremely lethargic and tend to be self-pitying. The slightest effort can leave them weak, often on the brink of collapse. They can’t stand the cold but if they overheat a little it enervates them to the point that they should rest.
Calcarea Carbonica can be taken when there is a lack of calcium in the body and one of the main indications is sour smelling discharges.
In addition to emotional symptoms, this homeopathic remedy is often used to treat a variety of other problems, including.
- heartburn
- Menopause – useful for a woman with strong flooding, night sweats and hot flashes (despite a general chill), as well as weight gain during menopause Bronchitis – especially after a cold. The cough can be annoying and tickling, worse when lying down or leaning forward, worse from being cold, and worse at night.
- Pituitary and thyroid dysfunction
- Constipation – You often feel more stable when constipated and experience discomfort and fatigue when your bowels have moved.
- Eczema: Suitable for people who are cold with wet hands and feet and tend to develop eczema and chapped skin that is worse in winter.
- Ear infections that result in a sour-smelling discharge.
- Tonsillitis
- eye infections
- Malnutrition
- neuralgia
- Anemia
- Gallstones: the abdomen may feel swollen on the right side and be very sensitive to pressure, with cutting pains spreading to the chest and worse on bending over
- Back Pain: Useful for lower back pain and muscle weakness, especially in a person who is cold, flabby, or overweight and easily tired from exertion.
- Gold Bone Pain Seal
- slow healing fractures
- Some digestive problems
- Slow development of bones or teeth.
- During periods of physical exercise
- Mouth ulcers: when babies and young children have recurring thrush
- Oral thrush: this remedy is indicated, burning and itching sensations can occur both before and after the menstrual period. The discharge from vaginitis is milky and acrid or thick and yellow.
- Acne: with frequent pimples and skin rashes, cold with wet hands and feet, easily tired from exertion, and flabby or overweight.
- Varicose Veins: Veins that ache while standing or walking may respond to this remedy.
Factors/conditions that worsen symptoms
- Cold
- wet
- Exercise
- Climb stairs or hills
- before menstruating
Factors/conditions that ameliorate symptoms include
- Heat
- Rest
- Dry weather
- noon
Calcarea Carbonica is sometimes used in combination with other homeopathic remedies or in herbal tinctures to produce the desired effect.