Indications

Immune
• cancer
• cachexia

Gastrointestinal
• anorexia (poor appetite)
• nausea & vomiting
• inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Crohn's disease
- ulcerative colitis

Opthalmic
• glaucoma

Nervous
• multiple sclerosis
• epilepsy
• neuropathies
• depression & anxiety†

Respiratory
• asthma

Musculoskeletal
• rheumatism
• arthritis

Urinary
• interstitial cystitis

Actions

• Psychoactive
• Immunostimulant
• Antiemetic
• Anticancer
• Analgesic
• Antiinflammatory
• Sedative
• Stomachic
• Hypotensive

Constituents

• Diterpenoids • Cannabinoids

Posology

Therapeutic levels can be achieved through inhaling the smoke or ingestion. Dosage will vary depending on the strength of the preparation.

Safety

Contraindications: Pregnancy and lactation

†Caution: Occasional use may help with anxiety and depression, but chronic use may aggravate. May increase psychosis in some individuals.

May decrease testosterone levels and alter other sex hormones.

Legal: Cannabis is considered illegal in most countries. Some states and provinces may grant " medicinal marijuana " status to certain patients.

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