German Biological medicine established itself over the last two centuries through the work of outstanding pharmacists and physicians. There are more than 100,000 biological remedies available in Germany today. Biological medicines contain the same active ingredients, but in lower concentrations as allopathic drugs, and are effective without harmful side effects. These biological remedies are manufactured by several hundred companies and distributed by thousands of pharmacies. One has to remember that doctors from the “old school” wrote customized formulas know as prescriptions for patients who then took them to pharmacies where they were individually prepared for each patient’s particular ailment.

When a formula became very popular due to noted efficacy and demand was realized, pharmacists would prepare and stock certain quantities in advance. The natural evolution of this process created small and later larger manufacturing facilities. We must understand that the development of these pharmaceutical companies evolved purely and solely on the basis of good, consistent results and product demand. Over time, these companies built their reputations on the substantially, proven efficacy of their remedies. With integrity, they avoided the “cookbook” approach where formulas are created quickly to make fast, easy sales with the use of clever marketing tactics. Health care professionals should be able to rely on remedies with decades of proven safety and efficacy, rather than spending time on product research, attempting to validate a manufacturer’s claims.

Dr. Marx has published books and articles for health professionals regarding biological medicine. Below is a collection of excerpts, articles, and patient handouts that Dr. Marx has produced throughout my career in Biological Medicine.