{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/cbd/65","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_10680-markdown","title":"Is there any similarity between \"Marinol\" & CBD? Or is Marinol a Synthetic form of THC? ","slug":"is-there-any-similarity-between-marinol-cbd-or-is-marinol-a-synthetic-form-of-thc","content":"\n_____________________\nYou are correct in that Marinol (dranabinol) is synthetic THC. It is prescribed most commonly for nausea & poor appetite associated with chemotherapy and AIDS. It is sometimes used for intractable chronic pain.Unlike natural occurring THC, it does not lower intraoccqular pressure or exhibit anti-inflammatory properties.  It bears no resemblance to CBD, which is cannabidiol, the other major component of cannabis. CBD is non-psychoactive and is a pain reliever, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, muscle relaxant, anti-emetic (decreases nausea), autoimmune modulator, mood stabilizer, appetite suppressant, and anxiolytic (decreases anxiety).\n\ndrfrye","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10674-markdown","title":"I have been experimenting with oils how does the potency amounts translate to inhales?","slug":"i-have-been-experimenting-with-oils-how-does-the-potency-amounts-translate-to-inhales","content":"\"I am looking for the best help for inlammatory neurogenic pain.  I don't understand the potency results They\nDon't add up and what do they mean?\nFor example Chem Dawg THC 65%,CBN  .42%, CBD .39%\nBlue Dream THC 63.7%, CBN 0.41%, CBD/a .45%\nGreen Dragon THC/a 64.0%, CBN 0.41%, CBD/a 0.51%\nStrawberry Cough THC 52.84%, CBD 0.68%, CBG .62%\nThank you for any clarification.\"\n_____________________\nIt looks like you are using oil concentrates based on the information provided here.  The reason the percentages don't add up to 100% is primarily because most the rest of the solution is the oil itself! There are also small amounts of many other cannabinoids and terpenes. Every strain is unique, and lab-testing is helping us to better understand the therapeutic benefits of different products.\n\nTHC, CBD, and CBN are 3 cannabinoids that have been found to be helpful in the treatment of pain, including neuropathic pain. THC is the primary psychoactive cannabinoid, while CBD and CBN are non-psychoactive.  For pain control without the \"high,\" it is common for physicians to recommend high CBD-containing medicine. \n\ndredmunds","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10672-markdown","title":"I began a course of CBD oil and have developed a rash. Is this normal?","slug":"i-began-a-course-of-cbd-oil-and-have-developed-a-rash-is-this-normal","content":"\n_____________________\nThis is not a normal response, indeed, the cannabinoid CBD is anti-inflammatory, immune modulating and has properties proven effective in the treatment of psoriasis. What I suspect is that you may be reacting to an adulterant used in creation of the oil. I encourage you to consider a pure unadulterated CBD oil from industrial grade hemp. It would also be useful to know what you are treating and how you administered the oil...as an ingestible, tincture or via vaporizer.\n\ndrsumchai","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10656-markdown","title":"What can you recommend for someone that suffers from Alzheimer's?","slug":"what-can-you-recommend-for-someone-that-suffers-from-alzheimers","content":"\"Should they use marijuana products that contain both THC and CBD? Or, is one more effective than the other? Are there better routes of administration (i.e. vaping, edibles, tinctures)?\"\n_____________________\nCannabis is an extremely safe herb with no potential for overdose or toxicity. There is no danger in using cannabis oil in high doses for extended periods of time. I would try a whole plant tincture extract of cannabis that contains CBD and THC as well as the other naturally occuring components. A good starting dose would be 10 milligrams of cannabinoids two or three times per day. Observe closely for effects and adjust the dose as needed.\n\nandrewvanmd\n_____________________\nRemove excess saliva from the mouth. Allow the tincture to absorb in the mouth, to ensure direct absorption into the bloodstream. A good starting dose would be 10 milligrams of cannabinoids two or three times per day. Observe closely for effects and adjust the dose as needed.\n\nandrewvanmd\n_____________________\nI think Dr. Vanderveer's recommendation for administering CBD oil to be spot on.  If you wanted to try another option, you can try putting the same dosage/dropper amount in hot tea or drinks.  Many of my patients report that the time to onset is just as rapid as if it were dosed sublingually.  I hope this helps!\n\ndrpark\n_____________________\nSince we are likely talking about a person who's health has already been compromised, you must use caution administering any cannabis. The Alzheimer's patient must have a recommendation and you must be the caretaker in order to administer the medicine. Please start with a low dose of around three drops, sublingually, four times per day and every 2 to 3 days you may add three more drops until you are up to 20 drops per day. At the second week as long as the blood pressure is steady you can try going to 10 drops twice daily and stay at that dose for 2 to 3 weeks. Ultimately the dosage may need to be increased just 30 drops per day and three divided doses. Since every person responds differently, please monitor and log this patient's response to the medication an adjusted dosage appropriately and give us feedback on how this patient is doing. I do wonder about the other potential medical issues that caused the Alzheimers since this disease does not just fall out of the sky. Alzheimer's has an underlying cause and appropriately targeting that cause will produce the best outcome, is it low Vitamin D3, diabetes, toxic chemicals, too many western drugs like statins or bladder medicines that are known to cause Alzheimers as the culprit?\n\ndrolson\n_____________________\nThe lowest effective doses of THC (that cause observable biologic change) are approximately 2.5mg, however, most patients do not report subjective of \"self-perceivable\" change until about 5mg. Elderly patients new to cannabis, may be more sensitive to the effects of THC due to body composition changes that occur with age as well as lack of exposure. THC has been show to be \"neuroprotective\" and is known to be anti-inflammatory as well as promotional of neurologic recovery in acute neurologic insults. \n\nWhile THC shows benefit, the \"whole plant\" may be beneficial in producing relief for multiple symptoms that accompany Alzheimer's Disease due to the \"entourage\" effect of the other cannabinoids and terpenes in the plant. There are many ways to obtain cannabis, but sublingual elixirs and tinctures or edibles may be the easiest delivery for elders. \n\nEdibles are excellent and last longer, but use with caution in seniors as THC converts to a more potent derivative (11-hydroxy THC) after ingestion. I always recommend adults over the age of 70 start with lower than recommended doses of THC when using edibles until impact is determined. \n\nRemember that it may take between 1-2 hours to see the effects of edible cannabis and the effects can last up to 8 hours. Sublingual (under the tongue) delivery takes effect in 10-20 minutes and may last an average of 4-6 hours. Edibles may work best for nighttime in some patients due to prolonged drowsiness. \n\nAlzheimer's patients, depending on stage of disease, may have severely impaired ability to discern reality versus cognitive experience, and I recommend you observe you Mother closely as you work out dosing as some hallucinatory effects of THC and 11 hydroxy-TCH could be disturbing. You may want to keep a journal of symptoms and behaviors over time to determine dosing and effectiveness.\n\nAs a Geriatrician by training, I am excited about the possibilities that cannabis may hold for treatment of age-related neuro-degenerative diseases and; look forward to more detailed studies and recommendations in this area. \n\ndrgerhart\n_____________________\nThere have been several preclinical studies showing that small amounts of THC can slow the production and inhibit the aggregation of beta-amyloid proteins, the hallmark of Alzheimer's and  key  contributors to the progression of the disease.  There is abundant anecdotal evidence that, in many patients, cannabis helps mitigate  symptoms  associated with Alzheimer's - agitation, depression, anxiety, poor appetite, and insomnia. One recently published Israeli study, while small (10 patients), reported a significant  decrease in the severity of delusions, agitation/aggression, irritability, apathy, sleep and caregiver distress. And they concluded that adding cannabis oil was safe and a promising treatment option. \n\ndrfrye\n_____________________\nWe are not qualified medical professionals to adequately assess the condition, but I did find an interesting article that might help shed some light on the subject: http://www.alzheimers.net/6-15-15-effects-of-medical-marijuana-on-alzheimers/\n\nmari\n_____________________\nHere is some more information on using marijuana and its effect on Alzheimers Disease:\n\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/search/Alzheimer/articles\n\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/search/Alzheimer\n\nmark\n_____________________\nJust to reiterate, I am not a medical professional and you should always speak with your doctor before adding cannabis or any medicinal herb into your health care regime.  I have heard of patients having success with combining other herbs with cannabis to support healthy brain function. \n\nkivaanastasia\n_____________________\nThere was a study performed that showed promising results for Alzheimers resulting in a decrease in Alzheimer plaques. I would recommend a CBD:THC ratio of 20:1 twice daily every day. Any ratio of CBD:THC >10:1 will not make you \"high.\" It will take about 2-3 weeks for full efficacy. Titrate your dose up as you see fit as you will build tolerance (1 drop twice daily, may increase to 2 drops twice daily for instance and more).  This ratio also helps with decreasing aggression as seen with autistic children and is also used for anxiety, depression and muscle tension.  For aggression, you may use it every 3-6 hours as needed on top of twice daily.\n\ndrb\n_____________________\nA preclinical study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease found that very small doses of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a chemical found in marijuana, can slow the production of beta-amyloid proteins, thought to be a hallmark characteristic and key contributor to the progression of Alzheimer’s.\n\nThe study, published in 2014, is among others to support the effectiveness of THC in prohibiting the growth of toxic amyloid plagues.\n\nAnother study from the Salk Institute in La Jolla, California has also found that tetrahydrocannabinol and other compounds found in marijuana may reduce the amount of beta amyloid in the brain. Beta amyloid is a hallmark characteristic of Alzheimer’s and is commonly thought to cause the neurodegenerative disease.\n\nWhile the findings are preliminary, researchers are optimistic about their findings. David Schubert, professor at the Salk Institute and senior author on the study says, “Although other studies have offered evidence that cannabinoids might be neuroprotective against the symptoms of Alzheimer’s, we believe our study is the first to demonstrate that cannabinoids affect both inflammation and amyloid beta accumulation in nerve cells.”\n\nIn the study, researchers found that by exposing beta amyloid proteins to THC, it reduced the levels of beta amyloid, stopped the inflammatory response from the nerve cells caused by beta amyloid and allowed the nerve sells to survive. Antonio Currais, a postdoctoral researcher and first author on the paper noted:\n\n“Inflammation within the brain is a major component of the damage associated with Alzheimer’s disease, but it has always been assumed that this response was coming from immune-like cells in the brain, not the nerve cells themselves. When we were able to identify the molecular basis of the inflammatory response to amyloid beta, it became clear that THC-like compounds that the nerve cells make themselves may be involved in protecting the cells from dying.”\n\nThe take home from this article is that not only is there evidence that THC can slow the progression of AD, there is also some very exciting preliminary evidence that THC can also treat AD by reducing the levels of beta-amyloid plaques and the resulting inflammatory response which causes the death of brain cells and the resulting symptoms associated with AD.\n\nTherefore, I strongly recommend a product with a healthy amount of THC such as the conventional indicas, hybrids and sativas or also the extract products such as the oils and tinctures. However, as noted, those products should have THC at a higher ratio than is standard for many of the more common maladies CBD oils are being used for.\n\ndrkim\n_____________________\nAlzheimer's can certainly be a devastating illness for both the patient and family, and since \"traditional\" medicines are often ineffective, it makes sense to try cannabis therapy.  THC and CBD, the 2 most prominent active ingredients in cannabis, have quite different effects and are often used in combination for a more balanced effect.  The product you choose will somewhat depend upon what symptoms you are looking to treat, and daytime vs. nighttime use for instance.  CBD by itself does not have known intoxicating/psychoactive effects, and can have a calming effect in those suffering from anxiety/agitation.  THC could be useful to help stimulate appetite and induce sleep, but also has psychoactive effects that can be difficult to predict for a patient who could already be suffering from distressing mental dysfunction.  You would want to start with a small dose of THC, 2.5 mg or less, and increase only as tolerated.  If you choose to use a THC-containing product, it would be wise to make sure it is combined with CBD to help mitigate side effects.  In preliminary studies, cannabis shows promise in slowing Alzheimer's plaque deposits, so in addition to relieving the symptoms of Alzheimer's, cannabis may also be able to slow underlying disease progression.  We wish you the best of luck in pursuing this therapy, and as other physicians have mentioned, it's wise to make sure you have extra help on hand and keep close notes of the medication effects.\n\ndrbultman\n_____________________\nAs my physician colleagues have noted on this thread, cannabis preparations containing THC should be started at low doses when being taken by patients with Alzheimer's disease, cautiously increasing the amount as tolerated.   In addition, there is excellent published evidence showing CBD modifies THC effects, in particular reducing stimulation that can result in anxiety, so I would be careful to include significant amounts of CBD in whatever preparation is being used.  Without knowing the degree of the patient's cognitive impairment it's hard to give more specific advice, and I would advocate significant caution in introducing psychoactive agents if a patient is already displaying severe cognitive impairment.  As has been suggested, CBD may provide some calming effects without being psychoactive, and tinctures or lozenges with a 20:1 CBD:THC ratio might be a reasonable place to start, if medicinal cannabis is deemed appropriate.\n\ndrelkind\n_____________________\nI agree with the other answers that say CBD. From the research I've done, CBD can be useful. I found some research here that might be useful, as well as some more medical studies from NCBI. \n\njudahhanh\n_____________________\n Are you depressed, suffering from cancer,seizure,Anxiety,Panic  attack,Depression, diabetes, glaucoma, headache, insomnia, joint pains,  multiply sclerosis, muscle spasms, nausea, etc and need the best strains  of medical marijuana and Cbd Oil to help ease your pain?? why not try  out our wide range of products today at:( tplug05 at gmail dot com) \n\nalison leton","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10654-markdown","title":"CBD Oil for my son's ADHD/Weight","slug":"cbd-oil-for-my-sons-adhd-weight","content":"\"I want to know if cbd oil could help my son.  He is almost 13 years old and severely under weight due to 3 years of prescription stimulates for his ADHD.  We have tried so many different meds and he hates them.  Would he be able to use cbd oil to help both his adhd symptoms as well as help him gain weight? If so can he get his own recommendation?  Thank you\"\n_____________________\n     I have an experience working with patients with low body weight due to psychostimulant use and eating disorders. You might actually benefit from use of an appetite stimulating controlled dose of the cannabinoid THC in a pill form. Products like Kindcaps and the Daily Chill Pill contain 10mg THC in a gel cap or coconut oil capsule. Low dose THC can reduce the anxiety so many patients with ADHD experience as a principle symptom. Low dose THC can also spark focus, enhance attention and creativity and offer up to eight hours of positive mental attitude for a young adult.\n\n     It makes common sense that using a nutrition and calorie dense THC infused edible in a 5 to 10mg THC dose will offer both nutritional and therapeutic benefits of long duration.\n\n     I promise you that the best way to build lean body mass is to have your son work with a strength trainer using the hypertrophy formula. That is 80% of the maximum strength capacity for a select multipoint exercise. With proper progression you should see enlargement, sculpting and definition of muscles, increased bone density and an improved mood and appetite due to the natural increase in the hormones testosterone and growth hormone. \n     The complexities of authorizing a 13 year old to use medical marijuana can be a hurdle. I encourage you to talk first with your son's pediatrician about the idea of using medical cannabis in a reliable low dose pill form, rather than an inhaled method. When you have secured the support of your pediatrician you can search the web to identify medical cannabis doctors who are comfortable authorizing a minor with both parental consent and consent of the pediatrician. This is the standard that is currently being promoted in California.\n\ndrsumchai","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10646-markdown","title":"how much cbd should i take in pill form ","slug":"how-much-cbd-should-i-take-in-pill-form","content":"\n_____________________\nCannabis dosing, which includes CBD, is very personal. There is no set dose for everyone. The appropriate dose depends on the medical condition or symptom and the individual's endocannabinoid tone. Some people respond to doses as low as 1-2 mg, while others require much higher doses, say 50 - 100 mg. The necessary dose is determined by titration. Meaning, you start with a very small dose and gradually increase it until your symptoms are alleviated. This is more easily done with tincture or oil. Once you determine your dose,  it might be convenient to switch to capsules of that amount. I would suggest starting with a CBD oil with a concentration that yields anywhere from 1-3 mg/drop and start with 1-2 drops. You can assess your response to the dose after 20-30 mins and add a drop or two if necessary.  Once your symptom is relieved, you add up the number of drops you took and multiply times the number of milligrams per drop.  Start with that amount the next time you are in need of a treatment. Do this over 3-4 days before making your final determination.  If the amount equals the number of milligrams in a capsule, typically 10mg, 20mg, or 50mg, that's what you take. Dosing for certain conditions such as cancer, autism, and seizures is approached a little differently and should be done with the supervision of your recommending physician. \n\ndrfrye","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10641-markdown","title":"What's the Correct CBD Ratio for Anxiety","slug":"whats-the-correct-cbd-ratio-for-anxiety","content":"\"If I'm only trying to get the CBD benefits for anxiety what is the ratio I should look for? Last night I had part of a gummy that was supposedly pure CBD and it worked well. But I got another type of gummy that is 10:1 CBD to THC so I'm wondering if that has too much THC. I don't want to have the psychoactive effects or feel high from it. Thanks!\"\n_____________________\nCareful with edibles. The absorption is very unpredictable and if you are sensitive to the THC and ingest too much, you may have an unpleasant 8-10 hours. Best to try, and adjust the doses of, new strains by tincture or vapor. It's much easier to titrate. Start low and go slow! That being said, most patients are able to tolerate CBD:THC ratios as high as 1:1 without anxiety or psychoactivity, so I would not expect 10:1 to exacerbate your symptoms. \n\ndrfrye","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10637-markdown","title":"Does long term use of CBD, such as a tincture on a daily basis, reduce the risk of breast cancer?","slug":"does-long-term-use-of-cbd-such-as-a-tincture-on-a-daily-basis-reduce-the-risk-of-breast-cancer","content":"\"My family has a long history of breast cancer among women. Luckily, everyone who has gotten it has survived with conventional treatment, chemo, etc. That said, I am interested in preventative measures. I do not drink alcohol much, eat a very healthy diet and exercise regularly. My use of CBD has been successful in reducing overall body inflammation and the amount of migraines I get. Could it also inhibit breast cancer if I use it regularly for a long period of time?\"\n_____________________\nYou are doing all the right things to minimize your preventable risk of breast cancer in the face of the heritable risk you have locked in your genes. In August of 2015, for the first time in history, the National Cancer Institute-a Federal Governnent Agency- documented on it's website that evidence based science supports the role of CBD in killing and inhibiting breast cancer cells in vitro-with and without markers!\n     The unique cannabinoid Cannabidiol has antiproliferative, immune modulating and anti inflammatory benefits that are in theory, ideal for breast cancer prophylaxis. Research is needed to develope population based guidelines on dosing and methodology for breast cancer prevention.\n     I encourage patients to recognize that while CBD is not psychoactive, it does cross the blood brain barrier and can be very sedating. A simple and cost effective approach that makes common sense, given the lack of well defined clinical guidelines, is to find a pure unadulterated CBD extract from a source like industrial grade hemp and use it via medicine dropper at night as an aid to a deep and restorative nights sleep. The GI route allows a slow metabolism and distribution to the liver, organs and tissues during sleep. It is known that the body optimizes it's analgesic and immune boosting state during Stage 3&4 sleep.\n\ndrsumchai\n_____________________\nThat's an interesting question. In the laboratory it seems that CBD can help to kill cancer cells.CBD coordinates apoptosis (cell suicide) and autophagy, (cell recycling), resulting in the death of breast cancer cells. Apoptosis plays a vital role within our bodies. It is a form of cell death that facilitates the elimination of old and unhealthy cells without the release of harmful substances. Autophagy is another normal physiological process by which the body breaks down unwanted cells. It maintains our homeostasis, or balance, by aiding the degradation of old cells and the formation of new ones. So it seems that CBD can help to destroy cancer cells in the laboratory.\n\nThat being said, it has not been shown that cannabis helps to decrease the incidence of any form of cancer in humans.\n\nPerry Solomon, MD","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10636-markdown","title":"What role do terpenes play in helping with pain relief?   ","slug":"what-role-do-terpenes-play-in-helping-with-pain-relief","content":"\"I use cannabis for back pain. Should I be only concerned about THC and CBD, or should I be looking for plants with the right terpenes as well? If so, which ones? Thanks for your help!\"\n_____________________\nIf the variety of cannabis you are using isn't addressing your pain, first make sure that both CBD and THC are present. They work against pain together better than either one does alone: 2+2= > 4. Also make sure you are not using too much. THC is most effective against pain at low to moderate doses and is very ineffective against pain at high doses. You might look at the terpenes associated with pain relief, including muscle relaxation, and decreasing  inflammation. All of these modalities play a role in causing and perpetuating pain. Caryophyllene (black pepper, cloves, oregano, rosemary, cinanamon, basil) is a pain reliever, muscle relaxant, and anti-inflammatory;  linalool  (lavender, citrus fruits, coriander, bay leaves) is a pain reliever; pinene is an anti-inflammatory and pain reliever; myrcene     (mango, bay leaves, hops, thyme, lemongrass) is analgesic and anti-inflammatory and humulene (hops) is a potent anti-inflammatory.  Don't limit yourself to the terpenes in cannabis, but also consider incorporating these terpenes into your diet and aromatherapy as well. \n\ndrfrye\n_____________________\nCleaning houses for a large part of my life has led to back pain for me. I recently started adding the Lime OG terpene from https://www.true-blue.co/products/lime-og-terpenes to my vaporizer and I do feel a difference. \n\n\nAng","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10634-markdown","title":"Which CBD oil is better, thick, tar like or more liquefied?","slug":"which-cbd-oil-is-better-thick-tar-like-or-more-liquefied","content":"\"I've been using CBD oil that is fairly liquefied. I recently saw the Rick Simpson video on producing my own oil and his outcome is a thicker oil. \"\n_____________________\nI am not a doctor but I will attempt to give an answer to your question. First, I am a proponent of lab tested cannabis if it is not home grown. By the very fact you are making CBD oil, it tells me that you are most likely using it for some medical condition. Therefore, i hope you are starting with the highest grade cannabis that has been grown without the use of pesticides and or other harmful chemicals. Also, it is possible to extract oils from hemp but you lose the entourage effect found with cannabis and a large amount of hemp can actually contain nasty chemicals and may not be lab tested.\n\nThat said, there are 3 different methods for extracting CBD oil and each yields slightly different results:\n\n-CO2 extraction is done by pushing CO2 into the plant at a very high pressure and at a lower temperature. This way yields the most pure form of CBD and my guess is that you will not be using this method as it is also done by more professional facilities.\n\n-The Ethanol method uses high grain alcohol but in the process you can also destroy a lot of the beneficial oils-this could create a thinner liquid (I believe this is the method you may be using).\n\n-Carrier Oil Extraction allows you to extract using an oil such as olive oil. Thisis a popular method used when making oils at home.\n\nKnowing how Rick Simpson CBD oil recipes are typically made, my hunch is that the viscosity may have to do with the temperature at which you are cooking the material and/or the amount of potential solvent leftover. At best this is an inexact science where your dosing and quality fluctuates and is HIGHLY variable.\n\nIf you have a serious condition and have the ability to purchase your CBD oil from a facility that specializes in this, this would be the best approach. You will get the benefit of consistency, lab testing and piece of mind all in one. Constance Therapeutics in California is well known for the high grade oils she creates from whole flower. They are very scientific about their product creation and are able to give dosage advice.\n\nHope this helps!\n\n\n\n\npamelahadfield\n_____________________\n@picked-snail-414 \n\nmelita","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10632-markdown","title":"Tincture effects","slug":"tincture-effects","content":"\"After 40+ years of no Cannabis, I just got (through you) a med MJ card. I didn't want to use my lungs for input, so I ordered some Treat Well 1:1 Cannabis tincture and some CBD 1:1 Cannabis spray. I had no detectable effects from the CBD, and a barely detectable buzz from the Treat Well. I don't question the product quality, but what might be preventing me from experiencing a high? (I want the CBD to treat some hydrocephalus effects.)\"\n_____________________\nThanks for writing this question. It is a very common question and one that deserves an answer. There are 60+ cannabinoids in cannabis, some say more than 80. Each cannabinoid has different properties that result in a different bodily effect. The two most well known cannabinoids are CBD and THC. CBD is an analgesic and anti inflammatory, it is also non psychoactive. THC, which also has amazing medicinal properties, is the psychoactive cannabinoid and results in a feeling of being high. What most people do not know is that CBD is actually a counter agent to THC, meaning that, when you use the two together, CBD will actually reduce the psycho activity of THC.\n\nIn an article I wrote awhile back on our H&W I said:\n\"CBD has been found useful in pain management, as a drug that could possibly combat cancer and for its general anti-inflammatory properties. CBD achieves this through its impact on certain receptors in the brain. THC, the best-known property of cannabis, can enable pain relief, help with nausea and diminish anxiety due to its psychotropic properties.\"\n\nWhen you use a 1:1 tincture it is very possible that you may never feel a detectable high. This is highly variable though as my reaction to THC and your reaction can be very, very different. For instance, if I use a 1:1 it is extremely psychotropic for me, but I am also on the further end of the bell curve with this. I am a big proponent of using both THC and CBD as using multiple cannabinoids creates an entourage effect, meaning the various cannabinoids work together better as whole than singled out.\n\nYou can most definitely up your THC intake if you want to feel more. There are tinctures that are purely THC and also purely CBD. For me, CBD in higher quantities creates an overall body relaxation. In lower quantities it would not be felt. I would suggest calling some local dispensaries to see if they have a good selection of sprays and tinctures and then going to see them. \n\nLastly, you could also try low dose THC edibles along with your spray/tincture. There is a great brand called FLORA that I am in love with right now that creates low dose mint chocolate probiotic edibles at 10mg. Also another low dose edibles company in California is called Outset and they create low dose dried fruit, everyone I know who has tried it really thinks it's great.\n\nAs always, start low and slow so you understand your tolerance without overdoing it.\n\nHope this helps you!\n\npamelahadfield\n_____________________\nWhen CBD reaches a certain concentration ratio with THC (in the plant or in the prepared product) the sense of feeling “high” may, and will likely dissipate, as CBD modulates the effects of THC. \n\nMany patients choose the higher CBD concentration products to avoid the cognitive impacts of cannabis caused by THC and its derivatives.\nCBD does not generally cause cognitive changes that are discernible when compared to THC.\n\nDosing for CBD is somewhat individual and depends on body habits, previous use and reason for treatment. Make sure your products are properly labeled and have been tested for accuracy of content by a testing lab, preferably at the time of packaging. \n\nYou may want to discuss cannabis treatment for you specific needs with a physician to better manage you symptoms and use of products for optimal results.\n\nYou may be expecting to “feel” the effects of THC, but they are mitigated by the presence of a relatively large concentration of CBD.\n\ndrgerhart","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10621-markdown","title":"Now that I know I want cannabis product that is higher in CBD than it is THC, where do I go to get it?","slug":"now-that-i-know-i-want-cannabis-product-that-is-higher-in-cbd-than-it-is-thc-where-do-i-go-to-get-it","content":"\"Every dispensary that I have gone to (online or offline) has had little to no product that is higher in CBD than THC. The preference seems for them to carry high THC product.  Why is that?\"\n_____________________\nCBD has been found to be helpful for patients with chronic pain, migraine headaches, and epilepsy. It is desirable for a lot of patients to have medicine with a high CBD/THC ratio so that they can treat their disease while having decreased psychoactive effects. \n\nThere are at least two reasons why you may be encountering difficulty finding such products.  The first is that development of flowers and products high in CBD is a relatively new concept and there is a limited supply at this time.  The second is that (because it has been found to be effective for so many patients) the demand is high. As this trend continues, I expect there to be more and more higher CBD products available over time.  \n\nYou are noticing most products are high in THC because most plants naturally have a much higher ratio of THC to other cannabinoids (at least 20:1 in most cases), including CBD, and because growers have endeavored to produce high grade strains for decades.  \n\nBecause the common ratio of THC to CBD is so high, even if you can only find a product that is CBD:THC 1:10, it would contain at least twice the amount of CBD.  Similarly, a product containing CBD:THC 1:1 would contain at least 20 times the amount of CBD.  So, you may be able to derive the therapeutic benefit you are seeking with products that have more CBD than usual but are not actually higher in CBD than THC.  \n\nKeep in mind that a variety of products are available that have higher concentrations of CBD, including flowers and concentrates for vaporizing, oral tinctures, and edibles.  I would recommend calling the dispensary ahead of time to see what they have available on any particular day.  \n\ndredmunds\n_____________________\nI love this question because this is what I am always looking for. Unfortunately, many/most dispensaries still cater almost exclusively to the recreational consumer and this means that the products are mostly high in THC and low or non existent CBD. Historically, people have not asked for CBD products and historically dispensaries have seen a more avid recreational market than a medicinal one. The dispensary believes they are meeting the market where they are, but we believe the overall dynamics are changing fairly quickly and that the product selection you see today in a dispensary will be very different in 2 to 5 years i.e., you will see more CBD products!\r\n\r\nThe question I have for you would be what kind of product are you looking for and how much THC can you tolerate? I can say from my own experience, that products higher in CBD tend to relax me and reduce my overall pain. However, I have also found that some THC is very helpful. I am going to list some products that I routinely enjoy that have higher CBD.\r\n\r\nHigh CBD Products:\r\nAuntie Dolores 'Chocolate Brownie' -50mg hemp based CBD\r\nAbsorb CBD vape pen 20:1 and 1:1 (CBD to THC)\r\nCare by Design CBD sublingual spray 8:1\r\nAlta California 'Anxiety Relief Tincture' High CBD/Low THC\r\n\r\nHigh CBD flower:\r\nCanna-Tsu - High Cbd pre rolls (from Sava)\r\nACDC - this is a high CBD strain found in many dispensaries\r\n\r\nHope this helps!\r\n\r\n\n\npamelahadfield","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":768,"numPages":66,"currentPage":65,"id":5084,"name":"CBD","slug":"cbd","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}