Usefulness of Homoeopathic Medicine Natrum Arsenicum in the Management of Treatment Resistant Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Case Report

Abstract

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) involves excessive worry impacting daily life. While standard treatments include pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy, this case report shows the usefulness of homoeopathic medicine Natrum Arsenicum for managing symptoms related to GAD. A 29-year-old male diagnosed with GAD presented with symptoms of public anxiety, extreme health-related fears, and sleep disturbances. History includes a long-standing anxiety disorder and irritable bowel disease, compounded by episodes of seizures and cognitive-behavioral therapy interventions. Despite pharmacological treatment with Sertraline, symptoms persisted. The patient was administered Natrum Arsenicum (Nat. Ars.) beginning at a potency of 30C, case was assessed for 12 months with Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A). Notable improvements included reduced public anxiety, enhanced self-esteem, fewer health fears, and increased life satisfaction. HAM-A scores dropped from 24 to 8, and a MONARCH inventory score of +9 indicates casual attribution between the homeopathic intervention and positive outcomes. This case report provides preliminary insight into the utility of homoeopathic medicine Natrum Arsenicum for managing symptoms of GAD. Nevertheless, large sample randomised control trials would be required to support this single case observation.