Pulsatilla should be remembered as a remedy to control the catarrhalsymptoms of the exanthemata; it also controls the irritabilityfrequently accompanying these disorders. In measles, it has done goodservice in checking the coryza and profuse lachrymation, as well as the dry,tight, painful cough, and when retrocession of the eruption has taken place, ithas reversed this unpleasant condition. It has been used to good advantage forthe relief of haemorrhoids. One of the earliest uses of this plant wasfor the relief of cataract, and opacity of the cornea, conditions inwhich the reputed value of Pulsatilla is very much overrated. It standsout prominently as a remedy for horadeolum or "stye." It is also aprompt remedy when the conjunctiva is hyperemic and the vision weakened,especially after reading, or from sexual abuse or sexual excesses(!?!), and inprofuse lachrymation when in the wind."

Combinations: For painful periods it will combine well with CrampBark. For skin conditions it combines with Echinacea. CAUTION: Do not usethe fresh plant!

Preparations & Dosage: Infusion: a cup of boiling water onto l/2-lteaspoonful of the dried herb and leave to infuse for l0-l5 minutes. Thisshould be drunk three times a day or when needed. Tincture: l-2 ml 3 times aday.