I have a friend who I wanted to give some Rhus Tox for rheumatism. I repertorised her symptoms and this came top and fits the picture. She is an elderly lady who takes a lot of meds so I thought 6c would be a suitable potency to start her on.

Many people seem to prescribe that level of potency for 3 times a day. But my question is for how long?? Can she keep taking it for a month. I just feel a bit hesitant about giving a months supply of tablets at 3 times a day.

Also what instuctions do I give her. As far as I understand if she suffers aggravation she should reduce frequency of the dose and if she feels improvement she should reduce frequency and then call me when improvement stops - is this right??

I am a student of homeopathy and really struggle with the potency issue. Guidance is much appreciated..

Lou