Spartium scoparium: the heart’s whisper in homoeopathy

Dr Madhushree R

ABSTRACT:
Spartium scoparium commonly known as Broom, is a homeopathic remedy primarily indicated for cardiovascular conditions, particularly in cardiac arrhythmias, myocardial weakness and associated symptoms like dropsy. This article explores its indications, key symptoms and relevant rubrics to assist practitioners in remedy selection.

KEYWORDS: Spartium scoparium, Spanish broom, Heart, dropsy, Homoeopathy

INTRODUCTION:
The use of plant-based remedies is central to homeopathy, and Spartium scoparium stands out as a valuable cardiac tonic in this context. Commonly found in Europe and parts of Asia, this shrub has long been used in traditional medicine for its diuretic and heart-stimulating properties. In homeopathy, it is valued for its subtle action on heart rhythm and strength, making it a gentle remedy for patients with certain types of cardiac dysfunction.

The plant contains several active constituents including Sparteine sulphate (the alkaloid of Broom). It increases the strength of the heart, slows it and reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

 BOTANICAL NAME: Cytisus scoparius Link.

SYNONYMS: Latin: Genista scoparia Lam., Sarothamnus scoparius Koch. Spartium scoparium L. Cystisus scoparius, link.

COMMON NAME: Broom

FAMILY: Fabaceae

PARTS USED: Flowering twigs.

 HOMOEOPATHIC INDICATIONS

• Spartium scoparium continues the good effects of Veratrum and Digitalis without any of the undesirable effects of either. (Hinsdale.)
• Irregular heart action from influenza or other infectious diseases.
• Relieves the congestion of kidneys enabling them to eliminate and relieve the distress upon the heart.
• Spartium scoparium depresses the heart by its poisonous action on the myocardium and this with the stimulating action of the drug upon the vagus, accounts for the lowered blood pressure and reduced pulse rate.
• It weakens the cardiac contraction. The total amount of urine is increased. The remedy has therefore, diuretic properties and is useful in dropsy.
• It is used as palliative in the physiological dosage to combat arterial hypertension, arteriosclerosis. Very useful in sustaining heart after stopping habit of Morphine.
• It is indicated when primarily the muscles of the heart and especially the nervous apparatus is affected. Acts rapidly and lasts three to four days. Does not disturb digestion.

KEY SYMPTOMS

• Sensation of heaviness in the chest
• Headache in occiput region
• Palpitation of heart, with congestion to head
• Irregular pulse with fatigue
• Mild dizziness or light-headedness
• Anxious oppression, radiating to left shoulder and neck.
• Copious, bright foaming urine, then burning in pudendum.

RUBRIC HUNTING

THE COMPLETE REPERTORY  BY DR ROGER VAN ZANDVOORT

• MIND- Anguish; heart complaints, in
• MIND- Anguish; motion amel
• MIND-Anxiety; night; agg; palpitation with
• HEART AND CIRCULATION- Lying ;agg
• HEART AND CIRCULATION- Pain; heart region ;midnight after; three am- four am
• HEART AND CIRCULATION- Pulse, heartbeat; rapid,tachycardia;afternoon
• HEART AND CIRCULATION- Weakness; heart; dropsy, ascites, in
• URINE- Albuminous; heart complaints, after
• URINE- Profuse, increased

HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICAL REPERTORY BY DR ROBIN MURPHY

• HEART- ANGINA, pectoris
• HEART – WEAK, heart
• PULSE- IRREGULAR, pulse
• Bladder – URGING, to urinate
• Bladder – URGING, to urinate, – night – 3 a.m.

CONCLUSION
Spartium scoparium offers a gentle yet effective homeopathic solution for individuals with cardiac disturbances, especially when symptoms align closely with the remedy’s profile. While it is not a replacement for emergency cardiovascular care, it serves as a supportive option in chronic or functional heart complaints within holistic treatment frameworks.

REFERENCES

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8. COMPLETE REPERTORY- Roger Van Zandwoort

Dr Madhushree R
PG Scholar, Department of Materia medica
Government Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital Bengaluru- 560079
Email : Madhumadhu17301@gmail.com
Under the guidance of Dr Vijay Krishna V Professor and PG Guide, Department of Materia medica
GHMC&H Bengaluru