Classical Homeopathy

Classical Homeopathy is basically constitutional prescribing; the prescribed remedy selected on the basis of the total symptom or constitutional picture of a patient. Classical Homeopathy refers to the use of a single remedy, in a single dose, using the minimum dose, in this way, any effect of that remedy can clearly be seen.

Classical Homeopathy is founded on the 'Law of Similars', first expressed by Hahnemann based on his conclusion 'let likes cure likes'. Symptom patterns associated with various remedies are determined by 'provings', in which healthy volunteers are given remedies in homeopathic form, and the physical, mental and spiritual symptoms they develop are recorded and compiled by observers. Homeopathic practitioners rely on two types of reference in prescribing.

The Homeopathic Materia Medicae are organised by remedy, and describe symptom patterns associated with individual remedies. The Homeopathic repertory are organised by symptom, and list individual remedies associated with various symptoms.

Classical homeopathy is also known as individualised homeopathy, or constitutional homeopathy.

Over the years there have been many developments and deviations to Hahnemann's individualised homoeopathy.
Some of these developments have strengthened homeopathy, where as others have divided it.
The different forms of homeopathy differ widely in their practice, diagnosis and therapeutic value.
One of the biggest difference occurs between classical and complex homoeopathy.