DR KESSLER’S HOMEOPATHY BOOK

CAMPHORA
An ancient camphor tree, estimated to be over 1000 years old, in Japan
Camphor is a waxy, white or transparent solid with a strong, aromatic odor. It is a terpenoid.. It is found in
wood of the camphor laurel (Cinnamomum camphora), a large evergreen tree found in Asia (particularly in
Borneo and Taiwan)
IDEA: Collapse
State of collapse. Icy coldness of the whole body; pulse small and weak. After operations, if
temperature is subnormal, low blood pressure, 3 doses Camphora Officinarum. 1x, 15-minute
intervals. In cholera Camphor has achieved classical fame. First stages of a cold, with
chilliness and sneezing. Subsultus and extreme restlessness. Cracking of joints. Epileptiform
convulsions. Camphor has a direct relationship to muscles and fascia. In local rheumatic
affections in cold climates necessary. Distention of veins. As a heart stimulant for emergency
use. Every five minutes. The patient will not be covered, notwithstanding the icy coldness of
the body. One of the main remedies in shock. Pain better while thinking of it. Very sensitive
to cold and to touch. Sequelae of measles. Violent convulsion, with wandering and hysterical
excitement. Tetanic spasms. Scrofulous children and irritable, weakly blondes especially
affected.
BETTER, warmth.
WORSE, motion, night, contact, cold air. Complementary: Canth.