Efficacy of Individualized Homoeopathic Medicines in Reducing Seizure Frequency in Children with Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy - A Case Series

Dr. Mita Gharte, Dr. Natasha Dewani, Dr. Shivani Pande

Abstract: Background: Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common cause of chronic motor disability in childhood and is frequently associated with epilepsy. Nearly 30-50% of children with CP develop seizures, often early in life, recurrent, or drug-resistant. Persistent seizures adversely affect neurodevelopment and quality of life. Homoeopathy offers individualized, safe, non-toxic management options. Objectives: 1. To assess the efficacy of individualized homoeopathic medicines in reducing seizure frequency in children with CP and epilepsy. 2. To evaluate changes in seizure duration and intensity. 3. To identify commonly prescribed homoeopathic remedies. Method: Thirty children (0-16 years) with CP and epilepsy were enrolled. Baseline and follow-up seizure grading was assessed using the Seizure Assessment Grading Scale (SAGS) for seizure frequency, duration, and intensity. Individualized prescriptions were made after detailed case taking and repertorization with CARA software. Statistical analysis was performed using paired t-test. Results: Homoeopathy showed significant improvement.18/30 cases (60%) improved in seizure frequency. Mean frequency score reduced from 2.33 ± 0.61 to 1.73 ± 0.69 (p < 0.001). Duration scores reduced from 1.90 ± 0.48 to 1.43 ± 0.57 (p < 0.001). Intensity scores decreased from 1.87 ± 0.94 to 1.47 ± 0.78 (p < 0.001). Frequently indicated medicines included Belladonna, Silicea, Natrum muriaticum, Cicuta virosa, Stramonium, and Lycopodium.

Keywords: Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy, Seizures, Homoeopathy

How to Cite?: Dr. Mita Gharte, Dr. Natasha Dewani, Dr. Shivani Pande, "Efficacy of Individualized Homoeopathic Medicines in Reducing Seizure Frequency in Children with Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy - A Case Series", Volume 14 Issue 12, December 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 2426-2428, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251227115529, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251227115529