Cell Salts, also known as tissue salt or Schuessler salt, is a type of homeopathic remedy that has been used for over a century. Cell Salts, developed by German doctor Dr. Wilhelm Heinrich Schuessler, are based on the principle that an imbalance in twelve important mineral salts in the body can lead to the disease condition.
Schuessler believes that this mineral is an important component of the body’s cells and that a deficiency of this mineral can lead to cell dysfunction and ultimately disease.
He identified twelve major mineral salts, each with a different function and associated set of symptoms.
These salts include Calcarea fluorica, Calcarea phosphoric, Calcarea sulphuric, Ferrum phosphoricum, Kali muriaticum, Kali phosphoricum, Kali sulphuricum, Magnesia phosphorica, Natrum muriaticum, Natrum phosphoricum, Natrum sulphuricum.
Cell salt is usually prepared by a trituration process, which involves crushing mineral salt and lactose powder to create a highly liquid form of salt.
This dissolving process is repeated several times until the salt becomes very strong and stimulates the body’s natural healing process.
Homeopathic doctors believe that cell salt works by correcting mineral imbalances in the body and restoring cell function.
They are often used to treat various conditions, including digestive problems, skin conditions, breathing, and emotional imbalances.
These are wonderful remedies from the mineral kingdom.
As with any form of medicine or therapy, it is important to use cell salts under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional and be careful with them.
Below is a brief information on all twelve tissue salts:-
Calcarea Flouricum
Calcarea Flouricum is a remedy for, musculoskeletal, glandular, and venous systems that are the main focus of this remedy. It is best suited to ailments that involve fibrous or stony-hard growths that involve glands, tonsils, adenoids, breast nodules, bones and exostoses, veins, or hemorrhoids -piles.
The ligaments of joints are often loose so that the person easily perform contortions or acrobatic movements.
This remedy is suitable for individuals who are often quick in thought and movement but are often described as chaotic, irregular, or ineffective.
The symptoms worsen during cold and damp weather and on first movement.
The symptoms improve with continued motion and warmth or on eating.
All the discharges like nasal, leukorrhoea, and ear, maybe grass-green in color.
The individual usually makes mistakes from quick but ineffective, irregular, and chaotic thoughts.
It is a wonderful remedy for obsessive-compulsive disorders where the person has fear of poverty –and suffers from obsessive concern about money matters.
It is a top-listed remedy for Cataracts
It is a wonderful remedy for stony-hard adenoids.
There are hard deposits on the eardrum which affect hearing.
It is a wonderful remedy for insufficient enamel on teeth which causes the teeth to crumble, break or decay easily.
It is a wonderful remedy for Scoliosis curvature of the spine and spurs on vertebrae.
It is a wonderful remedy for Lumbago on initial movement but improves on continued movement there is a stiff and painful neck.
It is a wonderful remedy for Scar tissue and adhesions after operations.
It is a top-listed remedy for hard uterine fibroids.
It is a wonderful remedy for Varicose and enlarged veins.
There is the looseness of ligaments and over-extension of joints resulting in sprains.
It is a wonderful remedy for Cramps in calves at night and arthritic nodules or spurs on joints, including finger joints.
Calcarea Phosphorica
Calcarea Phosphorica is one of the best remedies for conditions like poor digestion, anemia, and various bone diseases.
It is a cell salt, especially useful in conditions of teeth and bones.
It is a wonderful remedy for post-surgical suffering like Poor digestion and assimilation of food.
It is a wonderful remedy for Anaemia.
It is a wonderful remedy for imbalanced bone development in children, there is poor calcification of bones or healing of fractures.
It is a top-listed remedy for Rickets in children and also in cases of osteomalacia.
It is a wonderful remedy for Frequent respiratory tract infections. It is a top;-listed remedy for cramps in the body and for poor circulation.
All the complaints are ameliorated by Lying down; resting; and warmth.
All the symptoms are aggravated by damp and cold weather; and by getting wet.
Calcarea Sulphuric
It is a wonderful remedy for skin disorders where there are Spots, pimples, skin disorders, and slow-healing wounds.
It is a wonderful remedy for conditions and disorders of the Gall bladder where there is an imbalance in bile and a remedy for liver health.
It is a wonderful remedy for Dandruff, Pimples, Boils, and Shingles. It is a top-listed remedy for Ulcers, Abscesses, and Fistulas.
It is used by many homeopaths in the treatment of Bronchitis.
It is a wonderful remedy for Dry eczema.
It is a wonderful remedy for skin ailments where there is suppuration and Unhealed cuts on the skin surface.
It is a remedy for purifying the body, as it has a cleansing effect throughout the system.
It is a wonderful remedy for cleaning impurities in the body via the lymphatic system.
All the complaints are better in dry air and cool open weather.
There is an aggravation of complaints in wet, damp, and warm weather and physical exertion.
Ferrum Phoshurica
Ferrum phosphoricum is a wonderful, remedy for any kind of Inflammation, redness, and throbbing in the body.
It is a wonderful remedy for the first stage of respiratory complaints, various inflammations, and injuries.
It is an important component of all parts of the body, especially red blood cells.
It is often called the First Aid Salt and is highly useful in initial inflammation of, early stages of acute disorders.
It is a first aid salt in situations such as sprains and strains.
It is a remedy for early fevers.
It is a great remedy for Anaemia, when given to patients with low hemoglobin it aids the absorption of iron.
All the complaints are ameliorated by gentle motions; cold applications; rest.
All the complaints are aggravated by damp and cold weather; getting wet.
Kali muriaticum
It is used by many homeopaths in affections of Mucous congestion, glandular swellings, and coughs.
It is a great homeopathic remedy for tonsillitis, ulcerated sore throat,
It is a wonderful remedy for digestive disturbances and swollen joints.
It is an important component of all parts of the body, especially connective tissue.
It is a wonderful remedy for the second stage of inflammation and is used after Ferr phos.
It is a great cell salt for Complaints of the respiratory system, where there is cough, cold, and bronchitis.
It is a wonderful remedy for sore throat Thick, white discharges from mucous membranes.
It is a top-listed remedy for Glandular or chronic rheumatic swellings.
It usually works well with Calcarea Sulphurica in the removal of waste products.
It is indicated for the peculiar White – grey coated tongue and light-colored stool.
It is a great remedy for Digestive disturbances, especially from eating fatty or rich food.
All the complaints are ameliorated by keeping still and by cold applications.
All the complaints are aggravated by motion; physical exertion and eating rich foods.
Kali Phosphoricum
It is a wonderful remedy for headaches, depression, lethargy, and forgetfulness.
It is an important component of the Brain and nerves, muscles, blood, and body fluids.
It is a wonderful remedy for Nervous states leading to anxiety, changeable moods, and headaches.
It is a wonderful remedy for heartburn, with acid regurgitation in the stomach and esophagus.
It is a top-listed remedy for asthma, insomnia, depression, lethargy, or exhaustion.
It is a remedy used by many homeopaths for Poor memory. It is a wonderful remedy for Shingles.
It is a top-listed remedy for Convalescence after major fevers and illnesses.
All the complaints are ameliorated by warmth; rest; gentle motion; company and heat.
All the complaints are aggravated by worry & stress.
Kali Sulphuricum
It is a great remedy for the complaints of the skin, where there is
a tendency to dry scaly skin, dandruff, and skin eruptions.
It is a wonderful remedy for inflammations with yellow discharges and shifting pains in the body.
It is a wonderful remedy for any kind of skin condition as it is an important component of skin and muscles.
It is a great remedy for the third stage of inflammation, usually in chronic cases.
It is a wonderful remedy for skin conditions like eczema, with Yellowish or greenish discharge from any mucous membrane or skin surface.
It is a great remedy for indigestion with a Yellow, slimy tongue. It is a top-listed remedy for Yellow scaling of the skin, in diseases like Psoriasis.
It is a top-listed remedy for Athlete’s foot -tinea.
It is a wonderful remedy for Brittle nails and restores cracked and brittle nails to normal.
It is a wonderful remedy for joint pains accompanied by low-grade fevers, there is Chilliness, hot flushes, and shifting pains in the limbs.
All the complaints are ameliorated by dry and stable weather; cool, fresh, open air.
All the complaints are aggravated by hot drinks and late afternoon air.
Magnesium Phosphoricum
It is a wonderful remedy for Muscle cramps, spasms & twitches in muscles, there is spasmodic pain or colic.
It is a wonderful remedy for migraine.
It is an important component of Muscles, blood cells, nervous tissue, bones, and teeth.
It is a great remedy for Muscle spasms, cramps, and hiccups. It is a top-listed remedy for Muscular twitches and Sharp twinges of pain.
It is a top-listed remedy for Renal or gallbladder colic.
It is used by many homeopaths for Gastrointestinal colic. It is a wonderful remedy for migraines.
It is a great remedy for Restlessness.
It is a wonderful remedy for premenstrual symptoms, and useful for menstrual pain.
All the complaints are ameliorated by firm pressure; bending double and heat.
All the complaints are aggravated by old air; noise; glare.
Natrum Muriaticum
Natrum Muriaticum is an important remedy for excessive dryness or edema of tissues, runny nose, loss of smell or taste, and sadness.
It is an important component of all body fluids and tissues.
It is a wonderful remedy for Disorders of fluid metabolism with excessive fluid or dryness anywhere in the body for example it is useful in conditions of edema, salivation, and colds with clear discharge and sneezing.
It is indicated in conditions when there is peculiar craving for salty foods, along with dry skin; headache with constipation.
It is a wonderful remedy for loss of taste and smell; sadness or depression.
: All the complaints are ameliorated in Open air, fresh air, tight clothing, and lying on the right side.
All the complaints are aggravated in hot rooms; by heat; due to noise; or by lying down.
Complaints are worse when talking as in the mouth, there are whitish pustules, pain on being touched, and ulcers on the edge of the tongue.
Natrum Phosphoricum
It is indicated in cases where there is acidity, indigestion or heartburn, rheumatism
It is an important component of blood cells, muscles, nerve and brain cells, and body fluids.
It is a wonderful remedy for conditions in individuals with an overly acidic system.
It is a top-listed remedy for conditions of Indigestion or heartburn.
It is indicated when there is increased Lactic acid build-up in the muscles.
It is a wonderful remedy for Rheumatism, where there are painful muscles and connective tissue.
It is a great remedy for Sciatica.
It is a wonderful remedy for Complaints from eating fatty food. It is a remedy used by many homeopaths for the treatment of Acne with greasy skin.
All the complaints are ameliorated by Cold.
All the complaints are aggravated by Thunderstorms; mental or physical exertion; and eating fats.
Natrum Sulphuricum
It is indicated in conditions where the patient suffers from
Biliousness, liver upsets and fluid retention, constipation, leg ulcers
It is an important component of extracellular fluid.
It is indicated in conditions of poor elimination of metabolic wastes from the body via the kidneys, liver, and bowel.
It is a wonderful remedy for Constipation.
It is also used by many homeopaths for the treatment of, diarrhea.
It is a great remedy for leg ulcers, and rheumatism.
All the symptoms are ameliorated by warm dry air; open air.
All the symptoms are aggravated by Dampness; lying on the left side; pressure.
Silicea
It is a wonderful remedy for hair, skin, and nail complaints – pimples, and boils.
It is a wonderful remedy for ulcers.
It is one of the top-listed remedies for excessive perspiration on the skin’s surface.
It is an important component of skin, hair, nails, muscles, nerves, glands, and connective tissue.
It is indicated in cases of a Lack of strength in connective tissues. It is a wonderful remedy for Brittle or weak nails that fall off easily.
It is a wonderful remedy for Gum abscesses.
It is a remedy used by many homeopaths for the treatment of Fistulas. It is a wonderful remedy for Styes.
It is a wonderful remedy for treating Discharging abscesses. It is a top-listed remedy for Excessive perspiration.
It is a wonderful remedy for Bunions of hair ends for Hair loss. It is a wonderful remedy for Premature aging.
All the complaints are better by warmth; warm, humid weather.
All the complaints are worse from light; noise; and cold.
Cell Salts or Tissue Salts Uses
The dosage and potency of the medicine depend on the individual case.
Cell Salts 3xUses
Lower potency is given when very few symptoms of the patient match with the medicine and help the doctor only to diagnose the disease condition.
It is of great value in the treatment of meningitis, and dropsy.
This potency requires frequent repetition, 3-4 times a day, till the expected result is seen.
Cell Salts 6x Uses
This is considered as a moderate potency; they are given when the majority of mental symptoms and physical symptoms of Cell salts match.
These potencies are advisable to be repeated very often; they act for a short duration of days, so the 3-4 tablets dose 2 times a day is repeated every day.
Cell salts 12 uses
This is a high potency of cell salts available. One should give it only after careful case analysis, where all medicinal symptoms of the Cell Salts and that given by the doctor to the patient when symptoms match perfectly.
Daily repeating of 12x potencies is advisable. It is given 30 days for 3-4 tablets 3 times a day and waiting for symptoms to disappear.
Clinical Indication of Cell Salts or Tissue Salts
- Bladder, paralysis due to Cancer
- Liver disorders
- Cerebro-spinal meningitis
- Migraine
- Gall stones
- Hair fall
- Eczema
- Epilepsy
- Epithelioma
- Eyes- inflammation
- Face-eruption, Acne
- Hiccough
- Hysteria
- Impetigo
- Meningitis
- Myelitis
- Numbness
- Esophagus-stricture
- Psoriasis
- Puerperal convulsions
- Fistula
- Brittle nails
- Stuttering
- ADHD
- Nervous debility
- Piles
- Worm complaints
Cell salts or Tissue Salts Side Effects
Homeopathic medicines are prepared by potentization where the dynamic curative power of the medication is aroused, so homeopathic medicines produce negligible side effects.
If any side effects of Cell Salts are seen mostly vomiting or skin rash, then it can be antidoted by Camphor.