POTENCY RANGE OF HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES

The 6c, 30c and 200c potencies are discussed in the FAQ section

For purposes of easy reference, applicable in most of the world***,we say that:

- a low potency is anything under 30c (i.e.6c)
- a medium potency is usually 30c
- a high potency is usually anything above 30c. (200c 1M, 10M)
- a very high potency is usually anything above 10M (50M, CM) (up to MMM)

Potency:

1x to 5x used mainly in cases where the condition does not permit rapid change (or aggravations) induced by the high potencies (e.g. hardened earwax, scar tissue, polyps etc) The choice of C or X potencies are a matter of experience. Potencies below 3c may still contain significant material quantities of the original susbstance.

6x used mainly for Tissue Salts as is the 12x

4c used as an arouser, 7c as regulator, 9c as restrainer ( see Foll)

12c, 18c, and 24c are generally used when a strong response is not required

Potencies between 30 and 200, and 200 and 1M are rarely used.

1M and higher (10M - CM) are genarally prescribed when a strong response is required and the constitution has sufficient integrity to withstand the depth and pace of change. 1M is generally the highest potency ever given as a first dose (30 or 200 more commonly)

LM potencies are generally prescribed for those patients who are too sensitive to benefit from the potencies above 30c

The choice of potency is not something that can be adequately covered in one page, it is all about matching to the patients sensitivity and temperament; the above is a very rough guide. There are many excellent online courses for those who with to investigate further

***It does not apply in some countries e.g. France where 30c is considered a high potency due to the restrictions there on higher potencies