| Scientific: | Cannabis sativa |
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| Other: | Marijuana |
| Family: | Cannabaceae |
| Synonym: | Cannabis indica |
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
• Psychoactive
• Immunostimulant
• Antiemetic
• Anticancer
• Analgesic
• Antiinflammatory
• Sedative
• Stomachic
• Hypotensive
• Diterpenoids • Cannabinoids
Therapeutic levels can be achieved through inhaling the smoke or ingestion. Dosage will vary depending on the strength of the preparation.
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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