Can oscillococcinum cause diarrhea?

Oscillococcinum is a homeopathic remedy often used for the relief of flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, body aches and fatigue. It contains a very dilute solution of Anas barbariae hepatis et cordis extractum, or extracts of the heart and liver of the Muscovy duck.

Oscillococcinum is generally considered safe and has few reported side effects because it is extremely diluted. Homeopathic remedies like Oscillococcinum often contain such small amounts of the active ingredients that there are virtually no physically detectable substances present in the final solution.

There are few, if any, scientifically documented side effects of Oscillococcinum. Most people do not experience any side effects, and the remedy is often well tolerated. There is no strong scientific evidence or documented cases indicating that Oscillococcinum causes diarrhea. Diarrhea is not a commonly reported side effect of Oscillococcinum.

People can react differently to any remedy, including homeopathic remedies, so it is theoretically possible for someone to experience diarrhea after taking it, although this would be very unusual. Sometimes symptoms like diarrhea can occur due to anticipation or anxiety about taking a new remedy, which can cause a nocebo effect. Diarrhea may also be due to other factors such as diet, stress, infections, or other underlying health conditions, and may not be directly related to Oscillococcinum intake.

Source: https://www.drugs.com/drp/oscillococcinum.html

Author: Prof. Dr. Dirk Devroey - Latest update: 2024-08-04 - Copyright: Clinifacts 2025