"Harald Gaier has compiled the first complete and authoritative modern guide to the world of homoeopathic medicine. An invaluable reference book for students and practitioners of homoeopathy, it is also essential reading for physicians in other areas of medicine, for pharmacists, scientists, and medical historians." "In introducing the 'new look' homoeopathy of today, it includes a wealth of information on the development of homoeopathy and the figures who have shaped its history, examining the scientific curiosities associated with this branch of medicine." "The complexity of homoeopathic potency is explained in detail, as are constitutional prescribing, and the therapies allied to homoeopathy. There are over nine hundred main entries. Statements are supported with scientific experimental evidence, and the more complex entries feature a non-technical introductory summary." "Homoeopathy has been practised for over 200 years, and is increasingly relevant in today's world. This timely book will play an important part in the continued revival of homoeopathic medicine during this era of change."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

This authoritative new dictionary provides clear and up-to-date definitions and interpretations of concepts related to the principles and practice of homeopathy.

This 2nd edition gives every health professional and pharmacist the broad information they need to dispense and counter-prescribe homeopathic methods with confidence. Designed as both a complete source of initial information and an everyday reference, Homeopathic Pharmacy provides detailed information on the procedures, principals, and applications that are essential in the practice of homoeopathic medicine. It describes the application of homeopathy for both general situations, such as first aid, dentistry, sportscare, and petcare, and for specific situations, such as allergies, infections, and teenagers' problems. Details procedures relevant to pharmacists and other health professionals - including manufacturing, dispensing, and counter-prescribing. Outlines the theoretical principles of homoeopathic prescribing. Describes the application of homeopathy for both general and specific situations. Provides easy-to-use reference tables for 60 common remedies and the symptoms related to their prescription. Critically reviews important research papers and provides a guide to designing research tools. Discusses the legal status of homoeopathic remedies. Gives an account of the historical development of homeopathy in Europe and beyond. Contains practical information such as homeopathic pharmacopoeias, methods of preparation of homeopathic medicines, nomenclature for potencies, dosage forms, and interpreting, dispencing, and pricing prescriptions. Covers new developments in pharmacy. Section on research expanded and improved, taking a more evidence-based approach. Fully updated legal section incorporates legal status in the USA, Canada, and Europe.

This volume studies the concept and relevance of HISTEM (History of Science, Technology, Environment, and Medicine) in shaping the histories of colonial and postcolonial South Asia. Tracing its evolution from the establishment of the East India Company through to the early decades after the Independence of India, it highlights the ways in which the discipline has changed over the years and examines the various influences that have shaped it. Drawing on extensive case studies, the book offers valuable insights into diverse themes such as the East–West encounter, appropriation of new knowledge, science in translation and communication, electricity and urbanization, the colonial context of engineering education, science of hydrology, oil and imperialism, epidemic and empire, vernacular medicine, gender and medicine, as well as environment and sustainable development in the colonial and postcolonial milieu. An indispensable text on South Asia’s experience of modernity in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, this book will be of interest to scholars and researchers of modern South Asian studies, modern Indian history, sociology, history of science, cultural studies, colonialism, as well as studies on Science, Technology, and Society (STS).

Until recently, criticism and analysis of complementary therapy has come exclusively from orthodox medicine, but with the widespread adoption of complementary therapies within conventional medical and therapeutic practices, the time is now right for critical self-analysis on the part of practitioners within complementary therapies.

First multi-year cumulation covers six years: 1965-70.