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CBD: Precautions & Drug Interactions
Pure CBD appears to have a better safety profile than that of THC-CBD mixtures with high THC content. CBD may interact with numerous medications including enhancing their sedating effects. In animals, high doses of CBD have caused negative effects on developing fetuses, including on the reproductive organs of male children. Continue reading
Cannabinoid Side Effects & Drug Interactions
Expert panel asserts serious side effects of cannabinoids are rare but can include: acute coronary syndrome, arrhythmias, myocarditis, blood pressure changes, hallucinations, pancreatitis, panic, psychosis, seizures, and cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) leading to uncontrollable vomiting. There’s limited information on side effects of pure THC. Continue reading
Precautions & Adverse Effects of Cannabinoids
THC-containing products carry a risk of dependence and unpleasant withdrawal effects. Cessation of cannabis may precipitate cannabis withdrawal syndrome in up to 47% of regular users. Cannabis can impair reaction time, motor coordination, declarative memory, and visual perceptions, and can also produce panic reactions and other emotional disturbances. Continue reading
How Safe are Inhaled Cannabinoids?
A new lung disease linked to vaping was discovered in 2019. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) named the disease: “E-cigarette, or Vaping, Product use Associated Lung Injury (EVALI)”. It is not safe to smoke or vape marijuana or CBD. Continue reading
Retail Cannabinoids: What’s in These Products?
Over-the-counter products might not contain what is listed on the label. CBD products may also contain THC in amounts higher than listed on the label. Cannabinoid products might also contain contaminants such as pesticides, heavy metals, or fungi. Some companies provide consumers with independent analysis of what’s in their products. Continue reading
How Safe are Cannabinoids?
While CBD “seems to be well tolerated” when taken orally with serious side effects being rare, the scientific literature does not speak with one voice on the safety of THC, taken either alone or in combination with CBD. About one out of five people may experience side effects of combination-products. Continue reading
Cannabinoids: Depression & Inflammation
Compounds in cannabis have anti-inflammatory properties which might lead one to reach for cannabis products high in the anti-inflammatory constituents. But those using cannabinoids for anxiety and depression run the risk of making things worse. Continue reading
Are cannabinoids effective for anxiety?
There’s not enough evidence to conclude that cannabinoid mixtures containing both CBD and THC are effective for the range of anxiety disorders. But the research for CBD and social anxiety is rising. The risks rise with any cannabinoid product containing THC as its dose rises. Continue reading
Are cannabinoids effective for sleep?
Certain cannabinoids might help people with sleep problems, but the question is do the possible benefits outweigh the known risks? Continue reading
Cannabinoids: Anxiety, Depression & Sleep
Cannabinoids are naturally occurring constituents in the cannabis plant, also known as marijuana. There are over 100 types of cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant—delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) are two major cannabinoids. Research on the potential clinical uses of cannabinoids for anxiety, depression and insomnia is ongoing. Continue reading
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