This is a remedy used primrily for Constipation or Bowel disorders in acute situations. If the symptoms point to Alum then by all means try it for a limited time to alleviate symptoms. However constitutional treatment by a professional homeopath may be required.
The person requiring this remedy will be dry everywhere (compare Bry). They will probbaly also be tired and weak.
Often pregnant women and little children can require Alum. If they have the key sign that even soft stools are only passed with great straining and difficulty then think of Alum.
Constipation with itching and burning around anus
Hard dry stool sometimes covered in mucus
Has to strain a lot even when passing a soft stool
Constipation