Mercurius Solubilis / Merc Sol / Merc-c

Formal Name: Mer Sol, Mercurius Solubilis Hahnemanni

Also known as Merc Sol, Quicksilver, Mercury, Black Oxide of Mercury, Ammonio—Nitrate of Mercury

When we hear "mercury," many automatically assume it's terrible. Though high levels of it can be toxic to humans, it has also had some fantastic healing properties that have been used through the years.

It was used in mainstream medicine until it was found, in its natural form, to have adverse side effects. Since homeopathy dilutes to the point that no molecule remains, it is safe, and we can reap all the healing benefits. Mercury was found to have particular properties within homeopathy, and out of that discovery came the homeopathic remedy of merc sol.

As you might imagine, merc sol is prepared carefully and precisely to ensure no trace remains of the mineral in the final remedy.

Merc sol is prepared by taking mercury and dissolving it in nitric acid. This forms a gray powder precipitate. It's filtered, dried, and triturated until made soluble. This careful preparation constitutes the homeopathic remedy of merc sol that many of us have come to rely upon.

Homeopathic Remedies using Merc Sol

Benefits/Uses of Merc Sol

Mouth and Throat Conditions

Merc sol can be of great help when there are ulcers on the tongue, walls of the mouth, and the gums. These raised patches become sore and inflamed, often indicating oral thrush. There may also be a sore throat, which can become overcome with ulcers. This homeopathic remedy helps with the pain and also assists the body in naturally healing the ulcers overall.

Catarrh and Colds

When there is watery and yellow or green catarrh with a strong odor, merc sol can significantly help. It can also aid in healing other symptoms such as chills, fever, sneezing fits, and headaches.

Eye and Ear Infections

This often shows up as a sensitivity to light and watery or inflamed eyes with terrible discharge flowing from them. Merc sol can help the body naturally heal and resolve ear pain and discharge.

Fever

Merc sol can be turned to when a body has a high temperature with excessive sweating. The fever may also be associated with glandular pain and a terrible headache.

Thrush

This usually shows up as itchy and burning vaginal discharge in women or as itchy red spots in men that appear on the penis.

Homeopathic Remedy Profile for Merc Sol

Merc sol is a homeopathic remedy that suits those anxious and restless. They need stability and order, and this has them coming across as conservative. They tend to have a sense of urgency in nearly everything they do, sometimes making them feel insecure and introverted. They tend to be somewhat suspicious and keep their feelings bottled up for the most part.