Lycopodium Clavatum
Gas • Bloating • Lack of Confidence
Common Name: Club Moss
Remedy Profile
Lycopodium Clavatum is a profound remedy prepared from the spores of the Club Moss. It is one of the "Trios of Flatulence" (along with Carbo Veg and China). It acts deeply on theDigestive System, Liver, and Urinary Organs.
The Lycopodium patient typically looks older than their age (premature senility), has weak digestion but a keen intellect. They often suffer from Anticipatory Anxiety - a lack of confidence appearing before a task, though they perform well once they begin.
Keynotes
- Worse 4 PM - 8 PM
- Right-sided symptoms
- Full after few bites
- Red sand in urine
Clinical Uses
Digestive & Liver
Top remedy for flatulence where the lower abdomen is bloated. Loud rumbling in stomach. Constipation. Liver sensitivity.
Mind & Confidence
Lack of self-confidence. Fear of breaking down under stress. Afraid to be alone, yet averse to company. Irritable/Domineering at home, polite outside.
Urinary / Kidney
Red sand in urine (Uric acid diathesis). Right-sided kidney stone pain.
Respiratory
Pneumonia (right side). Fan-like motion of hydration (alae nasi). Rattling chest.
The Power & The Fear
Lycopodium has a complex psychology. Internally, they feel small and incapable. Externally, they may project an image of competence or even arrogance to compensate. They are afraid of being "found out".
This leads to the famous symptom: "Hard for inferiors and kind for superiors." They may be irritable/bossy at home (where they feel safe) but very polite/timid with strangers or authority figures.
20 Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the main use of Lycopodium?
It is primarily used for digestive issues like gas/bloating and for liver/kidney troubles, especially when symptoms are on the right side.
Q. What is the '4-8 PM' aggravation?
A unique keynote: symptoms (fever, pain, gas) typically get worse between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM.
Q. Is it good for gas?
Yes, excellent for accumulation of gas in the lower abdomen, where the belt feels tight and patient passes much wind.
Q. Does it help with confidence?
Yes, it treats 'anticipatory anxiety'—fear before an event (like a speech or exam), though they usually perform well once started.
Q. Can it cure kidney stones?
It is a specific remedy for right-sided kidney stones with red sand (sediment) in the urine.
Q. Why is it called the 'Vegetable Sulphur'?
Like Sulphur, it is a deep-acting antipsoric remedy, but derived from a plant (Club Moss).
Q. Is it good for hair fall?
Yes, for premature baldness, graying, and hair fall, especially after abdominal diseases or during pregnancy.
Q. What about 'easy satiety'?
The patient sits down hungry, but after a few bites, they feel full and bloated.
Q. How is the Lycopodium patient at home?
They can be domineering (bossy) towards family members but are very polite/timid with strangers or superiors.
Q. Do they like sweets?
Yes, they often have a strong craving for sweets and warm food/drinks.
Q. Is it a liver remedy?
Yes, it supports liver function and is useful in fatty liver or hepatitis.
Q. Can children need Lycopodium?
Yes, often for intelligent but physically weak children who are bossy at home and shy at school.
Q. Does it help with erectile dysfunction?
Yes, it is indicated for impotence from lack of confidence or senility.
Q. What does right-to-left mean?
Symptoms often start on the right side (e.g., right tonsil) and move to the left side.
Q. Is it safe for pregnant women?
Yes, often used for acidity/bloating in pregnancy or for the fetus's growth (if lagging). Consult doctor.
Q. Can I take it for acidity?
Yes, for sour eructations and burning that rises up to the throat.
Q. What potency to use?
30C or 200C are common. Since it is deep-acting, don't repeat too frequently in high potency.
Q. Is it good for sciatica?
Yes, for right-sided sciatica.
Q. Does it help dry skin?
Yes, skin is often yellowish, dry, and wrinkled.
Q. Where to buy?
Authentic Lycopodium is available at Yeelo Homeopathy.
Restore Digestive Power
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