{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/dosage/5","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_8238-markdown","title":"Is vaping cannabis recommended for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)? ","slug":"is-vaping-cannabis-recommended-for-idiopathic-pulmonary-fibrosis-ipf","content":"\"I'm trying to get medication into lungs for IPF. \"\n_____________________\nHello,\nI'm very sorry to hear of your diagnosis.\n\nTo answer your question, vaporizing marijuana does not harm lung function as dramatically as smoking tobacco does. Nevertheless, even vaporizing cannabis increases symptoms of respiratory irritation such as tightness in the chest, wheezing and coughing. It also has the potential to alter lung function when frequency of use are high.\n\n\"Alveolar cell death and increased alveolar replication are a constant observation in active IPF, and there is evidence that it might contribute to enhance fibroblast proliferation and collagen deposition. It is therefore likely that agents that increase alveolar epithelial cell death will also aggravate the fibrotic process. Thus, the objective of therapy should be to repress inflammation without harming the alveolar epithelium or ideally to prevent alveolar damage.\"\n - http://www.atsjournals.org/doi/full/10.1164/ajrccm.167.7.952\n\nSimply put, vaping cannabis can aggravate the fiborotic process, which is the hallmark of pulmonary fibrosis.\n\nHowever, delivering cannabis by ingestion would be no less effective than vaping is at delivering the anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic effects, for which cannabis has clearly demonstrated. When vaping or smoking cannabis, the active components of cannabis go from the lungs to the blood withing seconds. From there, they enter the circulation and would still be delivered to lung epithelium and alveoli. When ingesting cannabis, the cannabinoids are absorbed in the small intestine, then enters the blood stream to deliver the cannabinoids to lung tissue. Therefore, since the healing cannabinoids are delivered via the circulation, vaping cannabis would have no discernible advantage over smoking. In fact, ingesting cannabis would result in a steady delivery of cannabinoids that vaping could not.\n\nTherefore, I recommend using ingestible methods of using cannabis. I would particularly recommend a highCBD:lowTHC tincture or oil - somewhere between a 8:1 to 20:1 ratio.  l\n\nSincerely yours,\nRichard Kim MD\n\ndrkim","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8237-markdown","title":"Is Bhutan CBD 1:20 tincture as powerful as Rick Simpson oil? ","slug":"is-bhutan-cbd-1-20-tincture-as-powerful-as-rick-simpson-oil","content":"\"What is recommended dosage for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)?\"\n_____________________\nFirst of all, the ratio 1:20 is that CBD/THC or THC/CBD? Rick simpson oil doesn't talk about CBD his focus is on THC. For the Rso oil he suggests using the highest THC you can to make the oil. It usually has little to no CBD in it. So I am not sure of the Bhutan CBD....\n\nPiantaTinta","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8215-markdown","title":"If using CBD pills (Care by Design 18:1) to treat potenial seizures, what is the daily dosage? ","slug":"if-using-cbd-pills-care-by-design-18-1-to-treat-potenial-seizures-what-is-the-daily-dosage","content":"\"My mother, the patient, is the in hospital for possible seizures but they're still not sure if it is indeed seizures. They may be sending her home on seizure pills that she does not need. I want to put her on CBD oil that can help if these are seizures...and can also help her in other ways (anxiety, depression etc)\"\n_____________________\nDid you see the movies, \"Weed, Weed II, and Weed III\"? These are three CNN documentaries you can watch on YouTube about using CBD for seizures in children. I love care bye designs products but I think when you're treating seizures you need a more exact dosing technique. I would not hesitate to recommend Jayden's Juice because it comes in a bottle with a measured dropper and you should keep records as to how much is used and the response obtained at each dosage.\nOf course you must have an interview with a physician or NP and with your mother present to obtain a card for her to legally use CBD's and you could be a caretaker for your mother but you must also be present for the interview.\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8206-markdown","title":" What's the best dosing & ratio of CBD to THC to wean off of anxiety medications?","slug":"whats-the-best-dosing-ratio-of-cbd-to-thc-to-wean-off-of-anxiety-medications","content":"\"I'm currently on a low dose of the anxiety medication buspirone.\"\n_____________________\nHello! I would start with a high CBD/low THC ratio product such as a 20:1 (CBD:THC). This ratio is generally helpful for anxiety and causes minimal side effects. I would recommend you look into vaporized cannabis or cannabis sublingual tincture, using the minimal dose of 1-2 drops or puffs at the beginning. As always, it's best that you communicate with the provider that prescribed you the pharmaceutical to let them know you are planning to wean off the medication so that they can give you appropriate advice on how to do so safely. Best of luck!\n\ndrjacquelynlew","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8182-markdown","title":"High dose CBD Oil for Vasculitis","slug":"high-dose-cbd-oil-for-vasculitis","content":"","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8170-markdown","title":"What is the best dosage for polymyalgia rheumatica when taking prednisone?","slug":"what-is-the-best-dosage-for-polymyalgia-rheumatica-when-taking-prednisone","content":"\n_____________________\nHello, Polymyalgia rheumatica also called PMR is an inflammatory disorder causing muscle pain and stiffness around the shoulders and hips.Treatment is usually a low dose of an oral corticosteroid, such as prednisone. \nCannabis is highly effective in treating pain and inflammation. \nIf you are looking for an alternative to prednisone, you want to start low and slow with Medical Marijuana at a 1:1 CBD to THC ratio 2-5mgs per dose 3 times a day, collaborating with you primary care provider to taper you off the prednisone once you begin to achieve the desired pain relief. A Medical Marijuana Provider or a dispensary Pharmacists can assist you in tapering you medical marijuana dosage upwards while your primary care provider tapers you off the prednisone. \n\ntatiananp","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8171-markdown","title":"What is the best dosage of cannabis for polymyalgia rheumatica when taking prednisone?","slug":"what-is-the-best-dosage-of-cannabis-for-polymyalgia-rheumatica-when-taking-prednisone","content":"\n_____________________\nFor patients on prednisone for polymyalgia rheumatica cannabis can provide some relief of discomfort.  The amount required is dependent on many variables, such as the size of the patient or the route of administration, but cautious experimentation will often discover a useful regimen.  The CBD in cannabis may also have beneficial effects on the inflammatory process, but this is not yet something that has been quantified in terms of dose/effect.  I'd make sure whatever preparation I was using has plenty of CBD.\n\ndrelkind","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8144-markdown","title":"What is a good starting does of CBD oil for anxiety and pain relief?","slug":"what-is-a-good-starting-does-of-cbd-oil-for-anxiety-and-pain-relief","content":"\"I have some softgels and tincture.\"\n_____________________\nThe right amount of CBD oil will vary from person to person. We each have a unique endocannabinoid system so some people will require less and others will require more. It´s best to start with a low dosage and then slightly raise this dosage until you receive the desired result. I would start with a drop of CBD oil a day, and see how it affects you. Every 2-3 weeks I would increase by an additional drop. Remember to space the drops throughout the day. Continue to increase by a drop ever 2-3 weeks until your symptoms decrease. You need to experiment a little to see what dosage is best for you.\n\nhelenanp","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8031-markdown","title":"Is there a THC to CBD dosage ratio chart for various illnesses? ","slug":"is-there-a-thc-to-cbd-dosage-ratio-chart-for-various-illnesses","content":"\"Specifically, cancer, depression, anxiety, joint pain?  \"\n_____________________\nThere isn’t a specific dosing guideline for different ailments. Dosing varies greatly from one individual to the next even with the same conditions. Here is a guide that suggests starting dosages and gives tips how to find your optimal dosage.\n\nhttps://www.projectcbd.org/sites/projectcbd/files/downloads/pcbd_dosingguide_2-12-2015_2.pdf\n\nhelenanp","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8028-markdown","title":"What is the best way to dose and monitor liquid CBD oil use?","slug":"what-is-the-best-way-to-dose-and-monitor-liquid-cbd-oil-use","content":"\n_____________________\nHello, start small and increase gradually; It’s always best to start with smaller amounts when you’re first taking liquid CBD oil, and then increase your dose gradually. Since different patients may react differently depending on their weight, metabolism, and the ailment they’re treating, it’s recommended that you allow the pharmacist to adjust your CBD dosage accordingly.\n\ncherylnp","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8016-markdown","title":"Can someone share direction on recommended dosage of THC and CBD per day for melanoma with brain metastasis?","slug":"can-someone-share-direction-on-recommended-dosage-of-thc-and-cbd-per-day-for-melanoma-with-brain-metastasis","content":"\"I'll preface this by saying that we're clear there is no statistically significant empirical evidence on this matter however there are a number of small studies and anecdotal evidence for the benefits of a cannabis protocol as a supplemental treatment for various cancers.  Unfortunately, I've not been able to find any specifics regarding dosage and our prescribing doctor in NYC knows almost nothing beyond what's easily searchable on the interwebs.  I've seen/heard a number of people discuss a 60 grams/60 ML in 90 days protocol for whole plant extract (e.g. RSO and others) but that doesn't really provide insight into dosages.  The reason I'm asking is bc we are getting tinctures from the dispensary in NYC with varying ratios of THC:CBD and concentrations of each per ML and would like to get a sense for optimal MG dosage per day so we can employ our own cannabis program.  Currently my wife is taking 90 mg of CBD and ~50-70mg of THC a day but again, have almost no idea whether that's close to inline with where we want to be to help slow growth and ultimately kill cancer.  We're exploring some more established protocols that call for 60 grams in 90 days but they're extremely expensive and if we can understand dosage, we might be able to do it on our own more affordably.  Any thoughts/direction is most appreciated.  \"\n_____________________\nI wish I could be of more assistance.  Even in mice models where cannabinoids were shown to impede the growth of melanoma (in the 60% or so of mice with responsive CB1 and 2 receptors) the dosages were done in micrograms.  While we can extrapolate some doses in some drugs to what might be safe in a human, safe dosing is finalized under the auspices of a controlled phase 1 clinical trial.  As I am sure you have found in your research, that data does not exist.\n\nNP Joshua","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7983-markdown","title":"Is there a safe dosage of THC and CBD in tincture form for toddlers suffering from cystic fibrosis?","slug":"is-there-a-safe-dosage-of-thc-and-cbd-in-tincture-form-for-toddlers-suffering-from-cystic-fibrosis","content":"\n_____________________\nCBD alone should be effective based on mechanisms of action and my clinical experience in asthma and copd. Consistently CBD has reduced inflammation, opened airways and modified secretions to improve airflow and the quality of the secretions. CBD appears to correct for some of the metabolic errors in CF. A suggested dose would be 1mg per 2 pounds.\n\ndrblair","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":48,"numPages":15,"currentPage":5,"id":5206,"name":"Dosage","slug":"dosage","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}