Individualized homeopathy for discharge; Kreosotum among the most-prescribed remedies; most reported improvement; no comparison group
Pilot 2026, The Bioscan · Source
Beechwood
Kreosotum (beechwood creosote) · homeopathic 12X
A classic of homeopathic women's health care for more than a century, described in references from 1901 to today for discharge with vaginal irritation.
100+ yearsin homeopathic women's health care
12Xa very gentle homeopathic dilution
OTCsold as an over-the-counter homeopathic medicine in the US
Why we love it
Homeopathic references, from Boericke's materia medica of 1901 to a 2019 French textbook on homeopathy in gynecology, describe Kreosotum for discharge with vaginal irritation. It's in our suppository as part of that tradition, alongside botanicals with more modern research.
What does the research show?
Traditional use
Homeopathic texts list Kreosotum for irritating discharge and itching of the vulva. A 2019 textbook presents homeopathic remedies as a complement to standard treatment, not a replacement.
An uncontrolled study
In a 2026 study of 70 women with discharge given individualized homeopathy, Kreosotum was one of the two most-prescribed remedies and most women reported improvement. There was no comparison group, so the study can't show the remedies caused it.
Studies
Human study tested in people Lab study a starting point, not proof
Itraconazole prevented recurrent yeast infections better than individualized homeopathy
Witt 2009, BJOG · Source
Kreosotum listed for irritating discharge with possible itching, as a complement to standard care
Besnard-Charvet 2019, Elsevier Masson · Source
Kreosotum for acrid discharge with itching of the vulva
Boericke 1901, Materia Medica · Source
Beech bark extract helped skin cells close a scratch wound faster and reduced oxidative stress
Häsler Gunnarsdottir 2025, Sci Rep · Source
How has it been used traditionally?
In the US, Kreosotum is sold as an over-the-counter homeopathic medicine.
Is beechwood safe in the Suppository?
At 12X, Kreosotum is diluted to one part in a trillion. Undiluted beech tar irritates skin, which is why it's only ever used in this highly diluted form.
Last reviewed: November 2026.
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Reviewed by the Momotaro Apotheca medical team, including OB-GYNs and naturopathic doctors. Educational information, not medical advice. All ingredient research