Analytical Study of Acid Group of Homoeopathic Medicines in Different Clinical Cases

Background: Very few homoeopathic medicines derived from acids are clinically prescribed owing to lack of adequate research and knowledge. This study is aimed at discerning acid group medicines and their efficiency in various clinical conditions. Methods: This study was done at Sri Guru Nanak Dev Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital where fifty cases were selected using purposive sampling technique as per the inclusion and exclusion criteria which were prescribed acid medicines in various potencies. Improvement was analyzed using a score chart formed according to the common symptoms of the acid group medicines. Statistical evaluation was done based on the results found in the study. Result: The study showed a significant improvement in both acute and chronic conditions, about 42% showed mild improvement, 30% showed moderate improvement and 2% showed marked improvement within the stipulated period of study.