Know Your Remedies: Fluoricum Acidum (Fl-ac.)

Common Names: Hydrofluoric acid; hydrogen fluoride solution; Fluoric-acid.

General Information

Those needing Fluoricum Acidum (Fl-ac.) lean towards being materialistic, domineering and selfish. A high sex drive and a preoccupation with sexual matters are notable symptoms. Weakness in the fibrous tissues of the body lead to problems such as varicose veins and teeth and bones weaken and decay easily. They have lots of energy, are warm-blooded and overheat easily with mild exertion. Highly seasoned or strong-tasting food are preferred and short naps refresh. Discharges (nasal, diarrhoea, or wound) are acrid and excoriating.

Mental-emotional Symptoms

  • Domineering, selfish, opportunistic.
  • Materialistic and self-satisfied.
  • Avoids commitment and responsibilities. Seeks unrestricted freedom.
  • Preoccupied with the sexual and lascivious thoughts.
  • Excessive sexual desire.
  • Hurried speech, eating, and behaviours.

Head Problems

  • Hair loss. Alopecia areata (baldness in spots or patches).

Nose Problems

  • Profuse watery discharge – “runs like a tap” (faucet).
  • Acrid, burning discharge.

Limb Problems

  • Varicose veins.
  • Distorted or weak nails.
  • Hot feet – has to uncover at night.
  • Bone demineralisation or weakness.

 Dental Problems

  • Rapid or easy decay of teeth, especially at roots

Where do I find it?

Fluoricum Acidum (Flu-ac.) is available from our online store as a single remedy in either pills or liquid.

Home Treatment Guidelines

Acute, Self-Limiting Conditions

Conditions like colds or minor injuries, which are short-term and typically improve on their own, can be managed at home with homeopathy. However, in emergencies or if symptoms worsen, contact your healthcare provider.

Chronic Conditions

These home treatment instructions do not apply for ongoing issues, whether mentioned above or not, like persistent allergies or chronic pain. You should consult a qualified homeopath for a personalized treatment plan to achieve the best results with homeopathy for chronic conditions.

How to Take the Remedy for Acute Conditions

  • Take one pill or five drops of the remedy. The frequency depends on symptom severity. As examples:
    • For life-threatening symptoms, take every 1 minute and seek emergency help immediately.
    • For mild symptoms, take every 4 hours.
  • Stop taking the remedy once you feel better. Resume if symptoms return.
  • If no improvement after four doses, choose a different remedy or consult a professional homeopath.
  • For more details on dosing, refer to: How Often to Dose with a 30C Homeopathic remedy.
  • For information on the different potencies, read: Guidelines on which potency to use

Additional Notes From Past Masters

Homeopathy is a 200-year-old system of medicine.

Early homeopaths recorded detailed notes on how remedies worked, including initial tests, remedy relationships, and their experiences. These writings were shared to improve homeopathic practice and now offer fascinating insights into past uses of homeopathy.

Here’s an example, edited and modernised for clarity, from Leaders In Homoeopathic Therapeutics (1898) by E. B. NASH M.D.:

Leaders In Homoeopathic Therapeutics by E. B. NASH M.D.

Fluoricum Acidum (Fl-ac.)

Diseases of the bones, especially the long bones, > from cold. Silicea, > by warmth.