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Homeopathy for Traveling and Camping

by Lauren Feder, M.D.

Common ailments in that arise while traveling or camping respond well to homeopathic treatment.

We are traveling with our 6 month old daughter. What remedies should we take?

When my family and I travel, I like to bring a limited selection of remedies that can take care of the most problems that could arise. Firstly, I bring remedies that would be useful as a mini first-aid kit: minor accidents, cuts or bruises. In addition, I want to be prepared for a fever, cold or food poisoning.

The following list contains some of the remedies that I carry with me. Choose the ones that pertain to you and your family's need the next time you travel. Read the Materia Medica below the list for more information on each remedy.

Accidents/Injuries
Arnica montana

Bee Stings
Apis mellifica
Ledum palustre

Burns, Minor Sunburns and Skin Irritation
Calendula officinalis Cream

Colds/Fevers/Flus
Aconitum napellus
Belladonna

Diarrhea
Arsenicum album

Food Poisoning
Arsenicum album

Fussy Baby
Chamomilla

Insect Bites
Ledum palustre
Apis mellifica

Nausea/Vomiting
Arsenicum album
Nux vomica

Nervousness/Panic
Aconitum napellus

Jet Lag
Arnica montana (jet lag with feelings of muscle soreness and ache)
Nux vomica (jet lag with stomach upset and nausea)

Overeating and Drinking
Nux vomica

Puncture Wounds
Ledum palustre

Remedy Profile (Materia Medica in alphabetical order)

Aconitum napellus
Aconite is useful for the feeling of anxiety and panic from an accident or frightening or shocking events. This person is nervous, agitated and can't sit still. This remedy can really be used during an S.O.S.!
Aconite is useful for the early stages of an intense fever that comes on suddenly. Often the child or adults goes out on a windy day and, a short time later, comes down with a fever. Aconite will typically be effective for a fever that's accompanied by anxiety, restlessness and a thirst for cold drinks.

Apis mellifica
Apis is well known for the effects of a bee's sting. There is burning, stinging, along with excessive swelling, puffiness and redness. The person feels better in open air, uncovering, and with cold application or ice. For emergencies, see immediate medical attention.
Arnica montana
Arnica is the first medicine to use for any injury. Often the person says, 'I'm okay.' Arnica is useful for: bruises, swelling, muscle soreness, sprains and strains, falls and blows, overexertion from lifting, sports, or work. In addition, Arnica is useful for post-operative swelling, dental procedures and after childbirth. I keep this in my purse with me everyday!
Arsenicum album
Arsenicum is for nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. This can be the result of food poisoning or traveler's diarrhea. There can be abdominal cramps along with chills. The mood is anxious, restless and the person doesn't want to be left alone.
Belladonna
Belladonna is also useful during the early stages of a sudden fever. However, a person who responds to Belladonna radiates heat and may have a flushed face and a throbbing feeling, as well as delirium and a lack of thirst. Homeopathic Belladonna along with all homeopathic remedies, are safe and non-toxic.
Calendula Cream 2 oz. by California Baby
Can be found in the store as a cream, gel, tincture, spray and ointment. Calendula is a remarkable healing agent to be applied locally. It is useful for open wounds, scrapes, minor burns and sunburns.
Chamomilla
Chamomilla is useful for pain, including teething and colic in babies. A child who is in a "chamomilla state" is obviously unhappy and uncomfortable. Very angry, irritable, impatient, contrary. Also can be inconsolable, crying, screaming and arching his or her back. Asks for something, then refuses it.
Ledum palustre
Ledum is well-known as an acute remedy in bites, stings and wounds. Ledum is also known use in puncture wounds (for example after stepping on a nail). The person feels better from ice cold applications or bathing. For tetanus prevention see the local doctor immediately.
Nux vomica
After drinking or eating too much, Nux vomica is a wonderful choice. It can help calm the feeling after indulging in stimulants, coffee, wine and heavy or rich food. Useful for heartburn, constipation and jet lag. There can also be nausea with vomiting.
Many patients come to my office looking for a homeopathic remedy that is natural and safe without any side effects. Common ailments in children and adults that arise while traveling or camping respond well to homeopathic treatment. In the DrFeder.com Natural Pharmacy we are pleased to feature a wide selection of homeopathic remedies. Most of them are in a 30C strength which is suitable for both children and adults. To order a remedy in a different strength or inquire about a remedy that isn't listed, please contact us. We'll find it for you!



For chronic conditions, I recommend constitutional homeopathic treatment, in which a homeopathic remedy is chosen by a trained homeopath after a lengthy interview. This method can be very effective for the long-term resolution of chronic conditions.

For more information on homeopathy and homeopathic remedies see What is Homeopathy? and Directions for Use.
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