Homoeopathic Guide to Family Health By R. K. Tandon

The book Homoeopathic Guide to Family Health by R. K. Tandon is a widely respected resource for those interested in understanding and applying homoeopathy for common health ailments within the family setting.

About the Book

This guide presents the homoeopathic system in an easy-to-understand and quick-reference format. It introduces readers to the basics of homoeopathic healing, highlights the scientific theories behind it, and discusses the life and legacy of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, the founder of homoeopathy. The book covers a broad range of ailments—such as abscess, acidity, anemia, acne, and angina pectoris—organized by various body parts to help readers find appropriate remedies quickly.

Key Features

  • Step-by-step instructions for remedy selection based on specific symptoms and affected body regions.
  • Thorough coverage of numerous ailments—skin, fevers, sleep issues, children’s health, emergencies, first aid, and chronic problems like smoking, cancer, and fatigue.
  • Includes an alphabetical index and systematic chapters for easy navigation and quick answers.
  • Contains practical advice for storage and dosage of homoeopathic medicines, diet control, and assembling a home medicine chest.
  • Extensive materia medica section with detailed information on numerous carefully selected homoeopathic drugs.

Impact and Reception

Since its first publication in 1989, the Homoeopathic Guide to Family Health has become a “doctor at home” for thousands of families, empowering laypersons to address common health problems independently and cost-effectively. Praised for its clarity and utility, it is recognized by major publications like The Times of India and The Indian Express for its practical value and effectiveness in self-medication and home care.


Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ravendra Publishing House; New edition (1 December 1997)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 502 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8190008501
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8190008501