A STUDY TO DETERMINE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF HOMOEOPATHIC POLYCREST REMEDIES IN THE TREATMENT OF BIPOLAR DISORDER

Abstract

This study investigates the effectiveness of homoeopathic polycrest remedies in managing symptoms associated with bipolar disorder, a chronic psychiatric illness marked by alternating episodes of mania and depression. “Given the growing interest in alternative and complementary medicine, particularly homoeopathy, this research evaluates whether classical homoeopathic treatment using polycrest remedies can offer therapeutic benefits beyond placebo effects. A randomized controlled trial was designed to compare the outcomes of patients receiving individualized polycrest remedies against those undergoing conventional psychiatric care and placebo treatment. Participants were evaluated over a 12-month period using validated clinical scales including the Young Mania Rating Scale (YMRS), Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HDRS), and WHOQOL-BREF. The methodology incorporated a holistic assessment based on homoeopathic case-taking principles and repertorization to select the most suitable polycrest remedies such as Natrum Muriaticum, Lycopodium, Phosphorus, and Sulphur. Preliminary results indicate a statistically significant reduction in symptom severity and improved quality of life among patients under homoeopathic care, suggesting potential adjunctive or alternative value.