Phosphoricum Acidum (Acid Phos)
Phosphoricum acidum (phosphoric acid)
Phosphoricum Acidum (Acid Phos) is the homeopathic remedy for debility and apathy — the quiet, listless exhaustion that follows grief, disappointment, overwork or loss of body fluids, often with hair fall and painless diarrhoea.
This is general information about a homeopathic remedy, not a prescription or dosing advice. In homeopathy the correct remedy and potency are chosen for the whole individual symptom picture by a qualified homeopath — the same remedy is not right for everyone. Do not self-medicate, and consult a qualified homeopathic doctor (and your physician for serious or persistent conditions) before taking any remedy.
What Phosphoricum Acidum is used for
- Mental and physical exhaustion after grief or overwork
- Apathy and indifference; listlessness
- Hair fall linked to stress and debility
- Painless, watery diarrhoea without exhaustion
- Weakness after loss of fluids or illness
Characteristic symptom picture
Homeopaths look for these guiding features when considering Phosphoricum Acidum.
- Apathetic, indifferent, too weak to talk
- Ailments from grief, disappointment or homesickness
- Mental exhaustion preceding physical weakness
- Painless diarrhoea that does not weaken further
- Craves juicy, refreshing things
Potency
Acid Phos is commonly referenced in 30C and 200C; potency selection is a clinical decision for your homeopath.
Conditions where Phosphoricum Acidum is considered
Frequently asked questions
What is Acid Phos used for?
It is associated with debility and apathy after grief, overwork or loss of fluids, with hair fall and painless diarrhoea. The right remedy still depends on your individual picture.
Is Acid Phos good for hair fall?
It is often considered for hair fall linked to grief, stress and exhaustion, but the remedy must match your overall picture.
Does it help weakness or fatigue?
It suits listless exhaustion following emotional strain or fluid loss; persistent fatigue should also be medically assessed.
Can I self-prescribe it?
No — consult a qualified homeopath for the correct remedy and potency.
Don’t self-prescribe — get the right remedy for your case
Consult a homeopathy doctor