Since recommended by the Roman physician Galen, several cultures have employed horsetail as a folk remedy for kidney and bladder troubles, arthritis, bleeding ulcers, and tuberculosis. Additionally, the topical use of horsetail is said to stop the bleeding of wounds and promote rapid healing. The use of this herb as an abrasive cleanser to scour pots.

Horsetail is very rich in silicic acid and silicates, which provide approximately 2-3% elemental silicon. Potassium, aluminum, and manganese along with fifteen different types of bioflavonoids are also found in the herb. The presence of these bioflavonoids are believed to cause the diuretic action, while the silicon content is said to exert a connective tissue strengthening and anti-arthritic action. Some experts have suggested that the element silicon is a vital component for bone and cartilage formation. This would indicate that horsetail may be beneficial in preventing osteoporosis. Anecdotal reports suggest that horsetail may be of some use in the treatment of brittle nails.

Eyes: Conjunctivitis, swelling in eyes, watery eyes with burning.

Mouth: Bleeding ulcers in mouth

Stool: Dysentery, flu, swellings and hemorrhoids.

Extremities: It can be given for rheumatic pain, muscle pain and joint pain with stiffness of joints and cartilage.

Other symptoms are found in –
1. Head
2. Skin
3. Respiratory
4. Nose
5. Urine
6. Females

Dosage: Please note that the dosage of single homoeopathic medicines varies from drug to drug depending upon the condition, age sensitivity and other things. In some cases they are given as regular doses as 3-5 drops 2-3 times a day whereas in other cases they are given only once in a week, month or even in a long period. We strongly recommend that the medication should be taken as per the physician’s advice.