Homeopathic
Arnica Montana
Also known as: Arnica, Leopard's bane, Arnica Extract (Arnica montana), Arnica montana flower extract
Arnica montana flower extract is a traditional herbal remedy commonly used topically for bruising, muscle soreness, and minor inflammation. Limited clinical evidence supports efficacy for post-exercise muscle soreness and bruise reduction, primarily from small-scale studies.
Primary uses
- Bruising
- Trauma
- Surgery recovery
- Soreness
- Bruise reduction
- Muscle soreness and recovery
- Minor inflammation
- Post-injury recovery support
- Topical pain relief
How it works
- Traditional anti-bruise remedy
- May reduce inflammation
- Topical and oral forms
Dosage
- Typical range
- Homeopathic: 30C pellets; Topical: as directed
- Timing
- Before/after trauma or surgery
- With food
- Dissolve pellets in mouth
- Duration
- Short-term around event
- Special populations
- Surgery, injury, bruising
Forms
- Pellets (homeopathic)
- Gel (topical)
- Tablets
- Topical powder· 70/100
- Cream/gel· 70/100
- Oil extract· 70/100
- Homeopathic preparation· 70/100
Safety
Common side effects
- Rare (homeopathic very dilute)
Contraindications
- Broken skin (topical)
- Allergy to Asteraceae family
Evidence notes
Traditional use, variable evidence
Grade C: Mostly observational or small trials; mechanism is plausible but unproven at scale.
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