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Oscillococcinum is a homeopathic remedy indicated for the treatment of flu-like conditions, which helps to alleviate general flu symptoms, such as fever, headache, chills and muscle aches throughout the body.
This remedy is produced from diluted extracts from the duck's heart and liver, and was developed based on the homeopathy cure law: "the like can cure the like", where the substances that cause some of the flu symptoms, are used to help prevent and treat those same symptoms.
This medicine is available in boxes of 6 or 30 tubes and can be purchased at pharmacies, without the need for a prescription.
What is it for
Oscillococcinum is a homeopathic remedy indicated to prevent and treat the flu, relieving symptoms such as headache, chills, fever and body pain, in adults and children.
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How to take
O Oscillococcinumit is produced in the form of small doses with spheres, known as globules, which must be placed under the tongue. The dose may vary according to the purpose of the treatment:
1. Flu prevention
The recommended dose is 1 dose per week, 1 tube, administered during the autumn period, from April to June.
2. Treatment of influenza
- First flu symptoms: the recommended dosage is 1 dose, 1 tube, administered 2 to 3 times a day, every 6 hours.
- Strong flu: the recommended dose is 1 dose, 1 tube, administered in the morning and evening, for 1 to 3 days.
Possible side effects
The package insert does not mention side effects, however, if any unusual symptoms arise, you should consult a general practitioner or family health doctor.
Who should not use
Oscillococcinum is contraindicated for lactose intolerant patients, diabetics and for patients with allergies to any of the components of the formula.
In addition, it should also not be used by pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding, at least without guidance from the doctor.