Homeopathy is slow acting and cannot be used in acute cases of fever, cough, diarrhea etc.

Homeopathy acts as fast as conventional medicines, sometimes even faster, in acute conditions and is remarkably effective in cases such as fever, cough & cold, diarrhea and other infectious diseases. Unfortunately, patients tend to opt for Homeopathy only after trying conventional medicine first and failing to get a cure. By then, the problem would have worsened, or complications would have set in and thus it takes longer to cure the condition.

Patients must follow strict dietary restrictions while taking homeopathic medications.

In some cases, patients are asked to restrict the usage of strong tasting or strong-smelling food substances immediately before or after the medication as they may interfere with the action of medicines, but otherwise there is no major restrictions to be followed when one is on homeopathic medicines.

One cannot take other medications while taking homeopathic treatment.

Patients do not have to stop taking their regular medications that they have been on for long, in order to start homeopathic treatment. Homeopathic medicines do not interfere with the action of other medications and can be safely taken along with conventional medicines.

The same white pills are given for all illnesses. How can those be effective in all cases?

The white pills or globules as they are called, are not medicines as such. They act as vehicles in which homeopathic medicines are dispensed. After a detailed case taking, a remedy that is most suited to the patient’s illness is selected by the physician from a vast array of homeopathic medicines and added to the globules.

Homeopathic medicines should not be taken by diabetic patients.

Globules, the sweet white pills in which homeopathic medicines are added, contain lactose which is not harmful to diabetic patients like glucose. Also, the quantity is so minute that they do not cause any harm to diabetic patients. Moreover, homeopathic medicines are available in liquid, tablet, and powder forms also, which are not sweet.

It is OK to self-medicate with Homeopathic medicines.

No!!! Self-medication is always harmful and can pose serious health issues. Once you decide to start homeopathic treatment, it is always best to consult a qualified homeopathic physician.

Homeopathic medicines are not advisable in pregnancy.

Conventional medicines can have adverse side-effects on both mother as well as the unborn child. But, Homeopathy, being natural and holistic in nature, is very safe to be used in pregnancy. As homeopathic medicines are very gentle in nature and contains only minute amount of active ingredients, they are very safe for the baby also.