Abrotanum is like a tonic and is indicated in marasmus of
children. It has diuretic, anthelmintic and diaphoretic properties. It is
also useful in cases o rheumatism and gout when there is great
lameness and soreness. When Abrotanum is indicated in marasmus, the
child is irritable and there are dark circles about the eyes. The appetite
is ravenous and yet the child keeps becoming ever more emaciated. The
lower extremities shows the greatest emaciation. This remedy should
also be considered in tuberculosis peritonitis.
