{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/anxiety/17","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_10992-markdown","title":"I'm having surgery and want to avoid pain meds and I'd love some suggestions?","slug":"im-having-surgery-and-want-to-avoid-pain-meds-and-id-love-some-suggestions","content":"\"THC tends to make me anxious. Is there a suggestion of how to use marijuana to help with pain and allow me to avoid excessive pain meds post surgery? I assume I will need some but want to avoid too much Vicodin or OxyContin.\"\n_____________________\nYou might consider marijuana products that contain a higher concentration of CBD, cannabidiol. \n\nThis is a cannabinoid found in cannabis which seems to be especially helpful for pain and inflammation. CBD by itself is not psychoactive and should not increase anxiety. It also counteracts the psychoactive effects of THC. \n\nStrains have been grown to be higher in CBD and lower in THC for patients that dislike the effects of THC. There are also CBD oil tinctures and edibles available which are longer acting than inhaled medicine. I would recommend a ratio of CBD to THC of 1:1, or greater. \n\nBest wishes for your surgery!\n\ndredmunds","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10981-markdown","title":"After hip surgery I have intense nerve pain down my leg. High THC exacerbates the pain. I want a solution.","slug":"after-hip-surgery-i-have-intense-nerve-pain-down-my-leg-high-thc-exacerbates-the-pain-i-want-a-solution","content":"\"I want to use marijuana instead of narcotics but I am very sensitive to THC. It often makes pain worse and causes anxiety for me. Is there something I can try? OxyContin and Valium  are horrible. I'd like to find a solution with marijuana as the pain can be agony for me.\"\n_____________________\nTry to start off with a very low dosage yummy cookie or edible of your choice and take very slimmly increasing dosages each time you try, start around 25 MG to see your comfort zone to block out pain but not make yourself uncomfortable at all\n\npatient0160\n_____________________\n25MG is a lot more than usually recommended for a starter who is sensitive to THC. I would suggest a 5MG edible, or 10 at the absolute most before you figure out your tolerance level.\n\nThese days there is a trend towards 'micro-dosing' and there are many products available for that purpose. Look for a 5MG edible from reputable dispensary with a good selection and start there.\n\nAlternatively, you might try a high CBD / low THC combination that has minimal psychoactive effect. There are many options in this category too, from edibles, to vapes, to tinctures.\n\nmark\n_____________________\nYou might want to try a topical cream for nerve pain down the leg as long as you don't apply it directly to a surgical incision until it's completely healed over. Topical cream allows you to apply THC for pain relief while not experiencing the psychoactive effects of THC that come with smoking or eating it. I refer to topicals like Sweet ReLeaf as \"Help Where It Hurts\" because you can apply it to a specific location and have it act on that painful area only. It has been our experience that topical pain relief has been sufficient to reduce the need for narcotics and in some instances help patients wean themselves completely from narcotics. \r\n\r\nApplying it 2 -3 times daily (whenever it begins hurting again) for a week or more should give you a good idea whether or not it will be effective for your particular situation. Each individual's body chemistry is unique and the pain they experience is unique to their particular condition, so take a \"try and see\" approach. Hopefully, it will help reduce the pain to a more tolerable level without the narcotics.\n\ndidi","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10975-markdown","title":"I want to get off Prozac, but I can't smoke or apparently eat edibles, suggestions?","slug":"i-want-to-get-off-prozac-but-i-cant-smoke-or-apparently-eat-edibles-suggestions","content":"\"Figured I should elaborate: Smoking- never done it and the smoke from this gives me a migraine. Same with edibles, had a friend make me chocolate chip cookies, and a single crumb gave me a migraine from the smell/taste. I would very much LOVE to get off of Prozac, as I do not see it helping with my anxiety issues, nor is it helping much with my depression. Mostly it makes me an emotional zombie. I can smile and laugh, but depth of emotions aren't there. I've heard Cannabis or just some property of this could help I just don't know what my options are?  (I've been on Prozac for nearly 4 years, and am now at a 40mg dose.  Tried going off of it on my own and that was disastrous.)\"\n_____________________\nSameee, I'm tryna get off prozac too, & that sucks to hear the smoke & smell gives you migraines. :'( I have chronic migraines & hoping the dispensary can help with that. But I hope you get the answer you're hoping for dude\n\nphalinbean\n_____________________\nHave you tried Medical Grade cannabis products from a dispensary? \n\nThere are products such as THC/CBD Distillate that are odorless and tasteless, also Terpenes in addition to the THC/CBD distilate can greatly increase the effects.\n\nCertain strains have cannabinoids/terpenes that help with depression, anxiety and other ailments. \n\nHere is a link from leafly that shows what strains can help with some of the items you mentioned in your post.\n\nhttps://www.leafly.com/news/health/best-cannabis-strains-for-depression\n\nIf you would like to find out more about how to get these kinds of products please let us know and we can help you locate a dispensary near you that might have some.\n\nIf you also need your medical recommendation please visit this link to our partnership site with Hellomd to save $10\n\nalternativeease.hellomd.com\n\n\nBest\n\n\nAlternative Ease\nwww.alternativeease.com\n\nalternativeease","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10974-markdown","title":".I need help","slug":"i-need-help","content":"\"I take medication for seizure and anxiety one in particular has my husband concerned.  It is Clonazepam and he has noticed side effects.  He says I get very mad and irritable I was wondering if there is anything I can smoke that would help.\"\n_____________________\nCannabis can help with anxiety and seizure prevention. Each strain is different based on genetics, growing conditons and method of comsumption. If you have access to a whole plant CBD/THC tincture, I would start with that. Otherwise, try vaporizing a small amount of cannabis in a relaxed, comfortable environment. Many people substitute cannabis for benzodiazepines.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10928-markdown","title":"Is there a marijuana strain that is known to not cause anxiety?","slug":"is-there-a-marijuana-strain-that-is-known-to-not-cause-anxiety","content":"\"I use marijuana for pain and want to find a strain that is good at curtailing pain but also does not induce anxiety or paranoia and does not couch lock me. Is there a strainnot cause anxiety?\"\n_____________________\nEach strain of cannabis will produce different effects based on genetics, cultivation techniques, method of ingestion as well as dose. High doses of sativas have been known to cause anxiety, while the sedative effects of indica are well known. It is generally believed that the high THC content can be responsible for the anxiety, and that by utilizing higher levels of CBD and lower levels of THC, this anxiety can be avoided. Also, the route of administration, as well as set and setting are all also of importance. Inhaling cannabis (smoking, vaping or dabbing) results in a very rapid onset of effects and this sudden change in conciousness can be startling and may cause anxiety. Therefor when smoking cannabis it is often best to take one small inhale and wait for 15 minutes before taking another. Other administraion methods such as sublingual, edible, rectal and topical can vary significantly in the onset of action and in the duration of effects. Great care should be taken to start with a small dose and increase very slowly. Set and setting refer to the individual characteristics of the user, as well the surroundings, respectively. A relaxed, comfortable and safe environment is often the best place to utilize cannabis. If excessive anxiety dose occur, focusing on slow steady breathing can provide relief, as well as focusing on an interactive task that occupies the mind. No one has ever overdosed on marijuana, and reminding yourself of that knowledge can conforting as well.\n\nandrewvanmd\n_____________________\nCBD strains like ACDC, Valentine X, and Charlotte's Web that have only very small amounts of THC, and varieties with 1:2 or 1:1 THC:CBD, where there is enough CBD available to mitigate the psychoactivity of THC are not likely to cause anxiety. For optimal pain relief, I would consider a 1:1 like Medihaze or Harlequin. You may feel a little buzz that quickly goes away and enjoy pain relief and muscle relaxation without mental impairment or anxiety.\n\ndrfrye","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10907-markdown","title":"What strain is best for daytime use?","slug":"what-strain-is-best-for-daytime-use","content":"\"I use cannabis for stress and anxiety relief, but do not like feeling \"sleepy\" during the day.  What strain would be best for mid-day use?\"\n_____________________\nLook for any strain in the sativa category, as these are better for daytime use. There are many to choose from and so your choice is more likely to depend what is available to you at your local dispensary. \n\nThere are a good selection of strains, and their effects listed in the HelloMD Products section. Use the filters at the top to help narrow your choices.\n\nmark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10883-markdown","title":"Will marijuana help my anxiety and depression?","slug":"will-marijuana-help-my-anxiety-and-depression","content":"\n_____________________\nAnxiety can certainly have a very large impact on your daily life!\n\nI would recommend trying CBD products to alleviate your anxiety. I have had much success with my own anxiety with CBD cannabis. Since I have started taking some CBDs daily, it really has improved my daily wellness and I would recommend anyone with anxiety to at least try these products. From my experiences and from the reports coming out, there is almost no risk to trying these meds and the side effects are very manageable if you even notice any.\n\nI would recommend trying a CBD vaporizer pen if you are not opposed to inhaling your cannabis, otherwise try an all CBD edible. THC products can still be very relaxing, but I always mix mine with some CBDs. If you want any specific product recommendations, just comment on this message!\n\nryan\n_____________________\nYes cannabis can be very helpful for anxiety. I would try small amounts of vaporized cannabis or sublingual tincture. The paranoid anxious feeling that can occur while using cannabis can be quite distressing, especially in individuals not accustomed to it. Be sure to use cannabis and other psychoactive substances in a safe and familiar set and setting. Cannabis and other psychoactive plants can cause a change in the perception of \"reality\" and our own indivual \"seperateness\" from the totality of existence. This can either be a joyus experience of the one-ness that is, or a terrifying experience of our own ego and sense of self wanting to maintain this perceived seperation. Meditation techniques, such as conscious breathing, and repeating mantras can be helpful, as can other plant compounds such as CBD. Rest assured that cannabis is very safe, and that you are simply experiencing a different perception of \"reality\".\n\nandrewvanmd\n_____________________\nHi there! Please check out our article on the best cannabis strains for treating anxiety: https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/top-10-high-cbd-marijuana-strains-for-anxiety\n\nVeronicaB\n_____________________\nYes, typically you will obtain relief within a month of starting super high CBD, low THC cannabis tincture administered twice daily as a MCT oil tincture placed under the tongue. Your dose may need to be adjusted if you have not started to sense relief by the third week. The first week the dose should be spread out through the day to reduce any risk of dropping the blood pressure rapidly. By the second week the blood pressure should be stabilized and that's when the CBD tincture dose typically can be given in two doses. You will not be high with the CBD cannabis as long as it has low THC and that is why you do not sense the medication even though it is working. Please, be aware that high THC may increase your anxiety level, so if you do use Sativa cannabis always have some of the high CBD, low THC tincture available and in case of anxiety, you may always add one to 2 drops of CBD that will likely calm your anxiety. \n\ndrolson\n_____________________\nSome evidence suggests that CBD oil may be an effective intervention for the ongoing management of anxiety disorders. \n Though studies haven’t examined the effects of chronic CBD administration in humans, most have documented the effects of acute administration. Acute administration is associated with a significant anxiolytic effect (as compared to a placebo)\nI like patients to try a nightly dose that helps them to fall asleep at a \"decent\" time and get good quality sleep.  When you sleep, the body makes Human Growth Hormone which is the heal and repair hormone of the body.  Good sleep also helps good production of morning cortisol, which can help you manage daily stressors.  \nAlso, checking vitamin levels, sometimes gene testing, and exercising, all work together for a good and stable mood.\n\ndrraisen\n_____________________\nFor what it's worth, I use it to take my mind off my MS and its inevitable conclusion (struggling for breath with lungs that no longer work).  In this way, once I've imbibed, my mind is distracted and I end up doing things like this (instead of thinking about death, etc.)  Works for me.\n\njordie\n_____________________\nCannabis has the ability to alleviate both anxiety and depression. However, strain, cultivation, dosage, cannabinoid content and delivery methods are all important factors, which can contribute to either an increase or decrease in your symptoms.\r\n\r\nStrain: Sativa dominant strains high in THC and low in other functional cannabinoids can tend to exacerbate anxiety. We've found that a nice balanced hybrid strain with a high CBD content can be extremely beneficial. Our current Cannatonic strain has 11% CBD and 11% THC and many people love it for its uplifting and balancing effect. Strains higher in the terpene limonene can also help alleviate depression - examples are Jack Herer, Pineapple Nectar, Lemon OG and Black Jack.\r\n\r\nCultivation: Seek out organically sun grown cannabis as it tends to be lower in THC with a more balanced or \"full spectrum\" cannabinoid profile (which ultimately will help bring your body and mind into balance with more ease). This is medicine and it should be grown without the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.\r\n\r\nDosage & Delivery: Start slow. It takes relatively low amounts of cannabinoids to effect your mood, and we find that micro-dosing over longer periods of time seems to have far greater benefit than higher doses taken less often. If you're going to smoke or vaporize, try starting with just a small puff or two and then waiting an hour or so to gauge it's effect on your state of mind. If you feel any increase in anxiety or paranoia, you should try a different strain. \r\n\r\nWe make micro-dosed herbal elixirs specifically for the purpose of easing stress and anxiety. They have a full spectrum of beneficial cannabinoids blended with other herbs which can be taken daily. \n\nherbabuena\n_____________________\nI would recommend Jack Herer (sativa) strain for the anxiety & trying a CBD oil for your nausea. Also, for the neck pain - Try a cannabis topical, you can rub it right on where it hurts.\r\n\r\nI hope this was helpful! \r\n- Nurit\n\nnurit\n_____________________\nI concur with the doctors that recommended CBD. I've found that the bioavailability of a sublingual is far more effective that vaporizing or smoking anything. I also echo the comments about how THC can contribute to anxiety. I've had fabulous results with Hemp oil. \n\ncbdforlife\n_____________________\nI concur with the doctors that recommended CBD oil. I've found that the bioavailability of a sublingual is far more effective that vaporizing or smoking anything. I also echo the comments about how THC can contribute to anxiety. I've had fabulous results with Hemp oil. \n\ncbdforlife\n_____________________\nThis is a complicated question.  I concur w/ Dr. Vanderveer that state of mind when taking cannabis products can make a difference in whether there is effective mood management.  I also think that mindfulness can be a great tool in helping pts manage anxiety and mood states   ( I refer my pts to LiveAndDare.com which serves as an \"intro\" into mindfulness/ meditation types and allows pts to also further research meditation tools they can also find on youtube).  However, as my work w/ mental health practitioners can attest, treating anxiety and/ or depression is most often a multi-modal affair.   Depending on the severity of your anxiety & depression, you might also need tools like behavioral talk therapy (CBT--> cognitive behavioral therapy,  DBT--> dialectic behavioral the4apy)  and many of my patients also do well by adding a low dose antidepressant in addition to the moderate cannabis use.  So once again to sum up, cannabis can be very useful in treating anxiety and depression.  However, in my experience it is a tool best used with a host of other tools.  You can also check out the Anxiety Depression Association of America website (ADAA.org) for more information.  I hope this helps out and if you have further question, please shoot them my way!\n\ndrpark\n_____________________\nHello\n\nMedical cannabis can be helpful in treating insomnia. Chronic sleeplessness is often a symptom of another condition rather than a primary condition. For illnesses like cancer or fibromyalgia, the severe pain’s keeping patients awake. Not only can medicinal marijuana treat insomnia, but also its therapeutic benefits can reduce the symptoms associated with illnesses, such as pain, inflammation, and pressure, that can keep patients awake. It allows people to be more comfortable so they can get a good night’s sleep.\n\nThe endocannabinoid system, which is responsible for medicinal marijuana’s effect, has been known to play a part in sleep regulation. Some scientists believe that a dysfunctional endocannabinoid system may be the cause of insomnia, which is why many believe that medicinal marijuana can effectively treat insomnia.Cannabinoid treatment of insomnia has proven successful through the administration of cannabis high in THC. Studies have shown the administration of 20 mg of THC to be successful, while 30 mg of THC to be less effective, suggesting their is an optimal dose for proper interaction of the endocannabinoid and phytocannabinoid systems. When using medical cannabis for insomnia, it is important to keep in mind which strain to use.  Most patients find that Indica strains are more relaxing with a pronounced sedative quality.\n\nThe evaluation of medical marijuana for depression is still in its early stages. Right now, researchers share that possible benefits include the restoration of “normal” endocannabinoid function and mood stabilization, however so far scientific research suggests that marijuana is probably not the best treatment option for depression.\n\ncherylnp","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10877-markdown","title":"Smoking marijuana helps with my anxiety but I can only smoke indica. What should I do? ","slug":"smoking-marijuana-helps-with-my-anxiety-but-i-can-only-smoke-indica-what-should-i-do","content":"\"I have a lot of social anxiety and smoking helps me a lot and puts me at ease. My problem is that sativa strains seem to elevate my anxiety. If I smoke indica strains it helps ease anxiety  but also makes me sleepy. I've tried hybrids with little success. I'd like to find a strain that eases anxiety but also keeps me awake. I'm not sure what to try! Please help.\"\n_____________________\nTry looking into hybrid that are like 70% indica and the rest sativa. I assume ur problem is not being able to function in the day time with sativas. U can also try Am Pm pills if they are available near you.  Also need to take time to really figure out your doseage try 1-2 hits for an hour or so and u might find its just enogh to take away your anxiety\n\npriscellasmokes","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10849-markdown","title":"Will this help me fall asleep at night?","slug":"will-this-help-me-fall-asleep-at-night","content":"\"I have insomnia and anxiety, which make it hard for me to fall asleep at night.  I have been using sleeping pills but they dont seem to work as well as they used to...  I really dont want to smoke, and am very curious if the Chamomile in this would help like a cup of tea does. Can this evoxe help me to fall asleep faster?\"\n_____________________\nIn recent years, scientists have become increasingly aware of the endocannabinoid system’s role in regulating sleep. In addition to maintaining a regular sleep pattern, the system, which is responsible for the effects of marijuana, has been identified as a potential target for the treatment of insomnia. Studies show that endocannabinoids increase sleepiness and that insomnia may even be caused by a dysfunctional endocannabinoid system.\n\nA study was published in 1973 by researchers in the United States and involved 9 test subjects that were given varying doses of THC – 10, 20 and 30mg – once a week for 6 weeks. Each dose reduced the time it took to fall asleep (sleep latency), with the most effective dose being 20 mg. 20 mg of THC was found to reduce the average time it took patients to fall asleep by more than an hour.\n\nThe study also showed that THC could decrease the number of sleep interruptions that insomniacs experience, but only during the early part of the night. THC also seemed to increase the amount of time that patients spent sleeping – higher doses of THC were correlated with longer periods of sleep.\n\nInterestingly, cannabidiol (CBD) may also offer benefits to patients with insomnia, but without the psychoactive effects that THC is known for. A study published in 1981 involving 15 insomnia patients showed that 160mg doses of CBD led to an increase in the amount of time spent sleeping compared to placebo. The patients that received CBD also experienced less dream recall, suggesting that CBD might also affect REM sleep in the same way as THC.\n\ndrpinto\n_____________________\nWe've had many patients tell us that Deep helps them sleep thanks to the combination of Chamomile, Lavender and Orange, all natural sedatives.  Here's a note we just received on this very topic:\n\n\"I have not slept more than 3.5 hours each night for the last 2 1/2 years.. No sleeping drugs or remedies have helped me at all.. I had also never smoked marijuana of any kind in my entire life previous to trying Evoxe pens. But then after I couldn’t handle the lack of sleep exhaustion anymore, I decided to try the blue Evoxe Deep Indica pen. I slept for 14 hours straight, and have been using it to fall asleep every night since! I was shocked at how it worked so well and easily for me, I absolutely love the Evoxe pen!\"\n\nPlease let us know if it works for you!\n\nmichaelkatz","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10844-markdown","title":"I would like to start using cannabis, but I worry that it will make me anxious or depressed?","slug":"i-would-like-to-start-using-cannabis-but-i-worry-that-it-will-make-me-anxious-or-depressed","content":"\"I have read much online about how cannabis product can induce anxiety. Is this true? My main reason for wanting to try it is to help with my anxiety. \"\n_____________________\nSome individuals are more sensitive to strain types or higher levels of THC and report increases in anxiety with use of specific products. However, other strain types or products provide significant relief for the same individuals. I encourage you to learn a bit about cannabinoid and terpene profiles to choose the strain types that are likely to be more suitable for you. \n\nIf you are concerned about increased anxiety, I would suggest you start with a lower concentration of THC or a more balanced product that has a ratio of CBD to THC approaching 1:1. \n\nTry cannabis in a safe environment and give yourself time to appreciate the effects. Start with a small amount and wait for 30 to 60 minutes to assess the initial affects. I encourage my patients to keep a journal of the strains and products they use, as well as comments on the effects over time to determine the best self treatment. \n\nNote: If your anxiety originates from the concern about using cannabis as a medication, it may impair the benefit, as you will be pre-occupied by that concern.  Be sure you feel confident in your decision to try cannabis and know that the risk of toxicity is extremely low as long as the product is grown and processed under proper conditions. Learn more about what makes cannabis safe and always make sure your dispensary is offering lab tested products.   \n\nMay I suggest the Book: Cannabis Pharmacy by Michael Backes. It is a very good basic reference for patients regarding use of cannabis.\n\ndrgerhart","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10840-markdown","title":"Best products for back pain and insomnia without the high?","slug":"best-products-for-back-pain-and-insomnia-without-the-high","content":"\"I'm completely new to this so I need help in finding something that will work for me. I have chronic back pain, insomnia and anxiety. I would love something that could help me more with the back pain and the insomnia...but without the high. I don't want to smoke it either, so I'm thinking a tincture, a cream or a vape, but i have no idea what to ask for. I used my medical card for the first time last weekend, and bought two vapes. One was 110mg of CBD and the other was 250mg of CBD. I was told to use the lower dose during the day and the higher one at night. But sadly, neither one has affected me at all. I have a very high tolerance to medicine in general. Could this be why? Energy drinks and caffeine don't touch me either. The reason I'm coming here for help is because I'm so new to this and did not realize that this was so expensive. The next time I go in to purchase something I'd like to have a better idea of what I need.\"\n_____________________\nI would use a high CBD tincture like 18:1 Care by Design plus a topical balm if needed. You can go slow with the topical balm and see how you feel after the tincture.\n\njrec\n_____________________\nThe high concentrate CBD oil, smoked in a vape pen, may help both the pain and insomnia, if taken nightly. \nThe back pain relief may be augmented (helped more) with a topical product of medical marijuana.\nDispensaries may offer samples of the topicals to experience which works best for you.\n\ndrraisen\n_____________________\nCBD alone for back pain might work but it might not. You may want to review our Educational blurb on the entourage affectBecause when you do CBD and it has a low dose of THC, you will not be high but the THC supports the effectiveness of the CBD so book doing CBD alone you will miss that extra support. The topical cannabis salve that is CBD dominant works well to block muscle spasms and pain especially in your back and it will not make you high because it does not go systemic so I would question why you wouldn't want any THC in your salve If it makes it more effective. You do need a recommendation for the CBD with the THC.\nYou can also purchase a vapor pen with high CBD and very low THC ratio that will not make you high but it will help you get out of pain. If you are sensitive to the THC then keep the THC level very low. You may also try THCA, or juicing green buds.\nIt is nice to live life pain-free. Often the missed connection between back pain and freedom from back pain is a deficiency of vitamin D. Ideally your blood level of vitamin D3 should be above 55 ng/ML for optimal pain relief. If you are brown skinned, over 50 years old, take proton pump inhibitors or have any gastric absorption problems, You are likely vitamin D3 deficient and your doctor should measure your levels and You should consider supplementing rather than ruining your skin trying to get enough vitamin D from the sun.\n\ndrolson\n_____________________\nHonestly what people have been saying about the entourage effect with cannabis is true.  Cannabinoids in themselves heightens the effectiveness of other medicines.  But to truly answer this question one has to know a bit about the sources of your pain, insomnia and anxiety, as these are dual symptoms that could come from physical accidents or mental depression.  The cure will be found in targeting the cause of the discomfort.  Generally with these symptoms a combination of talk therapy and medicine is most effective.  I would recommend a medicinal bar that I have actually created, it will give you a light buzz but as long as you stay in the recommended dose it will not get you very high.  Less than a Xanax or Wellbutrin.  Remember that cannabinoids increase the effectiveness of the mind's ability to make use of other medicine, so sometimes the best way to use cannabis compounds is to take them with a significantly lower dose of whatever else you used to take for this problem before.  I can assume you were medicating the pain before you moved to cannabis?  In case you don't find my product, the active ingredients are full indica flower and ashwagandha root. it is further supplemented with Gingko Bilbao, ginseng (and others in my energy bar) or in my anxiety bar there is also Kava.  These combinations I have found work the very best for pain, insomnia and anxiety.  My bar is called the e420 bar and my company is Whole Soul Holistic.\n\ne420bar\n_____________________\nEveryone's situation and CBD preferences are different. \n\nSince you prefer vaping, you might wish to try something stronger, Respira offers a 600mg option in a really popular grape-mint flavor: https://elixinol.com/product/cbd-vape-oil-600mg-respira-grape-mint/\n\nIf you're still not getting the results you want after you try it, feel free to reach to Dr. Philip Blair through our website, he can work with you to make serving size recommendations specific to your situation.\n\nelixinol\n_____________________\nIf cost is an issue, might I offer a very easy recipe for an infused oil/ topical with cannabis?  It should be much cheaper than purchasing one and in my experience, pt's who make their own topicals seem to get more pain relief (perhaps love is the secret ingredient?).  This recipe is very easy and all it requires is a slow cooker/ crock pot,  1 cup coconut oil (you can buy in bulk @ Costco),  15-17 grams of plant material (shake, flowers).  You combine all three for 6-8 hrs at 250 degrees. Apply to the back, combine w/ use of heat pack.  Don't forget to do myofascial release daily (I teach pts to do self massage using tennis/ racquet balls against a wall to provide pressure to localized myofascial points.  Don't forget to ask health insurance if they cover basic PT sessions or provide accupuncture sessions like Kaiser and other plans.  I hope this helps out!\n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10825-markdown","title":"IBS mixed type symptoms, GERD and cannabis management?","slug":"ibs-mixed-type-symptoms-gerd-and-cannabis-management","content":"\"I have GERD, as well as lifelong IBS mixed type symptoms, in addition to anxiety and depression. I had an emergency cholecystectomy due to rupture/infection 7 years ago, and my IBS type symptoms have increased, rather than decreased. My gastroenterologist thinks I may have a vagus nerve issue, and suggested trying CBD/whole plant extracts as \"a last resort\" for pain caused by all of these mixed bag issues, as he's stumped as well.\n\nI've started keeping a pain/symptom journal and have about six months of symptoms recorded daily; I've also since gotten my card, and started recording microdosages and results from that. Is there any way of better recording and managing my symptoms with CBD/CBN? Should I try any particular types of tinctures?\"\n_____________________\nCannabis may be helpful in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome, because it has immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also effective in alleviating symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and crampy abdominal pain. Because cannabis may reduce GI motility, it may also be helpful for diarrhea.\n\nCannabis is also thought to be helpful for GERD, because there is evidence that cannabis decreases transient lower esophageal sphincter relaxation. It is also helpful for pain and may lessen discomfort associated with acid reflux.\n\ndredmunds","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":192,"numPages":19,"currentPage":17,"id":4953,"name":"Anxiety","slug":"anxiety","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}