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Homeopathic remedies can help to soothe the pain of burns
and reduce the chance of blistering. Burns require immediate
attention to prevent further tissue damage, so cold applications
and natural remedies should always be close at hand. Burns—even
minor ones—can cause some degree of shock, and care should
be taken that the person rests. Any serious burn should have
emergency attention from a physician. (Remedies can be used
while en route to medical care.)
For dosage information, please read the information at the
end of this section. See also “Using Homeopathy With
Professional Guidance” in What
Is Homeopathy? 
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- Arnica:
This is a valuable first-aid remedy to help reduce pain
and swelling and prevent the onset of shock after any injury.
Another remedy that is more specific to the burn should
be considered after Arnica.
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Cantharis:
This remedy is indicated for extreme burning pain, when
the person is very intense and restless. It is often useful
in reducing or preventing blister formation. Cantharis
can help with any burn, but is most often indicated for
severe ones (second or third degree).
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Causticum:
If a burn is intensely painful and blisters seem to be
forming, this remedy may help to bring relief. The person
often feels more sad than restless from the pain. Rawness
and soreness may develop in the injured area. Causticum
is also helpful when pain remains in older burns, or when
burns have not completely healed.
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Hepar sulphuris calcareum:
This remedy is helpful for treating very sensitive and
painful burns in people who are prone to infection. The
person may feel extremely vulnerable and irritable, and
may have chills or be very sensitive to cold.
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Hypericum:
This remedy is often helpful when the pain of a burn is
intense and the nerves are extremely sensitive. Along
with the usual discomfort of a burn, stabbing or shooting
pains may be felt in the injured area.
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Phosphorus:
This remedy may be useful for the pain of electrical burns,
on the way to medical care. (When electrical burns occur,
the damaged area may look small on the surface, but be
more extensive underneath; they should always be examined
by a doctor.)
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Urtica urens:
When a burn is mild and the primary symptoms are redness
and stinging pain, this remedy often brings relief. It
is often useful for sunburn when the pain is prickly and
stinging.
- Calendula and Hypericum tinctures:
These tinctures (used topically in unpotentized herbal form)
often is helpful in soothing burns and promoting tissue
healing. Ten drops of either Calendula or Hypericum tincture,
or both, may be mixed in an ounce of water and applied to
the area several times per day.
Homeopathy Dosage Directions
Select the remedy that most closely matches the symptoms.
In conditions where self-treatment is appropriate, unless
otherwise directed by a physician, a lower potency (6X,
6C, 12X, 12C, 30X, or 30C) should be used. In addition,
instructions for use are usually printed on the label.
Many homeopathic physicians suggest that remedies be used
as follows: Take one dose and wait for a response. If improvement
is seen, continue to wait and let the remedy work. If improvement
lags significantly or has clearly stopped, another dose
may be taken. The frequency of dosage varies with the condition
and the individual. Sometimes a dose may be required several
times an hour; other times a dose may be indicated several
times a day; and in some situations, one dose per day (or
less) can be sufficient.
If no response is seen within a reasonable amount of time,
select a different remedy.
For more information, including references, see What
Is Homeopathy?
and Understanding
Homeopathic Potencies. 
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studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience,
or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results
reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. For
many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription
or over-the-counter medication is also available. Consult
your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health
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