Homeopathic remedies are prepared very differently from conventional drugs, and the idea of 'potency' can be confusing at first. Here is a straightforward explanation of how remedies are made and why potency is chosen so carefully.
How remedies are prepared
A homeopathic remedy starts from a source substance that is diluted step by step, with vigorous shaking at each stage (a process practitioners call succussion). The result is a highly diluted preparation. At SSR Homeopathy, remedies are imported from Germany and prepared to recognized standards, drawing on long family clinical experience.
What 'potency' means
Potency refers to how many times a remedy has been diluted and succussed — you will see notations like 6C, 30C, or 200C. In homeopathy, the potency is chosen to match the person and the nature of their concern, not simply 'higher equals stronger'. Selecting the right potency is part of the practitioner's judgment.
- Remedies are diluted and succussed in repeated steps
- Potency (e.g. 6C, 30C, 200C) describes that dilution process
- The right potency is matched to the individual case, not chosen off the shelf
- SSR Homeopathy keeps an extensive in-house potency library, including rare potencies
Why individualization matters
Two people with a similar complaint may be given different remedies or potencies, because homeopathy matches the remedy to the whole person. This is why a careful consultation comes first — the remedy and potency follow from understanding you. Learn more about how homeopathy works.
An honest note
The science behind how such dilute preparations act is still debated, and SSR Homeopathy offers remedies as gentle, complementary support rather than a cure or a replacement for medical care. What you can expect is a remedy chosen specifically for you, prepared to quality standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 6C or 30C mean on a homeopathic remedy?
Those notations describe the remedy's potency — how many times it has been diluted and succussed during preparation. The potency is selected to match the individual case.
Does a higher potency mean a stronger remedy?
Not in the simple sense. In homeopathy the potency is chosen to fit the person and their concern, based on the practitioner's assessment, rather than 'higher equals stronger'.
Where do SSR Homeopathy's remedies come from?
Remedies are imported from Germany and prepared to recognized standards, with an extensive in-house potency library that includes rare potencies.