Cinchona Officinalis
Cinchona Officinalis – Key Information
This mnemonic device uses the letters of “CHINA” to help remember the mental symptoms associated with Cinchona Officinalis, and the letter “P” to recall its key guiding symptoms.
A remedy derived from the cinchona tree, historically used for malaria and fluid loss. Key symptoms include:
Mental: Mood swings, irritability, anxiety.
Physical: Periodic symptoms, weakness, touch sensitivity, bleeding, digestive issues.
Distinctive features are periodic symptoms, debility from fluid loss, and touch sensitivity relieved by pressure.
Therapeutic applications include malaria, digestive problems, anemia, headaches, and fevers.