Zincum Cyanatum

by John Henry ClarkeA Dictionary of Practical Materia Medica

Cyanide of Zinc. Zincic Cyanide. Zn(CN) 2 . Trituration. (Low attenuations should be freshly made.)

Clinical

Chorea / Convulsions / Epilepsy / Hysteria / Meningitis / Paralysis agitans / Petit mal

Characteristics

Zn. cy. produces the nervous and mental symptoms of Zn. with great intensity, and it has been chosen in consequence as the salt for use in convulsions and paralytic conditions in which Zn. is indicated. The few symptoms of Kopp's proving show its suitability.

1. Mind

Great excitement. Bad temper. Great sensitiveness.

2. Head

Congestion to head.

6. Face

Face suddenly changes colour.

13. Stool and Anus

Constipation.

24. Generalities

Great physical agitation. General trembling from time to time.

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