{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/insomnia/14","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_6771-markdown","title":"I am a new patient challenged with severe arthritis and insomnia. Which products would be beneficial? ","slug":"i-am-a-new-patient-challenged-with-severe-arthritis-and-insomnia-which-products-would-be-beneficial","content":"\n_____________________\nHi there, We recommend \"Girl Scout Cookies\" for inflammation. Heavy Indica's are good for insomnia, particularly, Granddaddy Purple.\n\namberleewvapes","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6764-markdown","title":"I have severe menopausal insomnia, with restless leg syndrome.  Can CBD give me some relief?","slug":"i-have-severe-menopausal-insomnia-with-restless-leg-syndrome-can-cbd-give-me-some-relief","content":"\"What can you suggest?\"\n_____________________\nI would try a CBD rich whole plant cannabis tincture with a high ratio of CBD (and some level of THC). For insomnia and RLS symptoms I would also reccomend using an indica strain.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6759-markdown","title":"Marijuana and its effects on the eyes?","slug":"marijuana-and-its-effects-on-the-eyes","content":"\"Hi there, \n\nI just had a quick question regarding marijuana and it's possible effect on the eyes. I have been using edibles for sleep and anxiety only in ghe evening. Lately I have had slight twitching/pulsing sensation in both eyes from time to time. I have a pretty hectic work schedule but have been on vacation resting for a week, so I don't know if it's stress or fatigue or if it's connected to marijuana. And, of course, if it is something to be concerned about. Just wanted to see if this was a common symptom.\"\n_____________________\nEyelid twitching is actually quite common.  If you have never had this before it is often associated with stress, lack of sleep, caffeine, alcohol, allergies or sporadic and is benign.  If other parts of your body also begin twitching with muscle weakness you may want to get this looked into. Side effects of cannabis; however, can be muscle twitching.  Therefore see if you can make the association with any of the benign causes or when you are using cannabis.\n\ndrb","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6752-markdown","title":"Which W Vape do you recommend for insomnia? I really struggle to sleep well.","slug":"which-w-vape-do-you-recommend-for-insomnia-i-really-struggle-to-sleep-well","content":"\n_____________________\nGrandaddy Purple (GDP), a heavy indica strain, is ideal for treating insomnia. It is also good for stress and pain relief. Some call the effect of this strain \"Couch Lock.\" Others are Blackberry Kush, White Rhino, Purple Urkle, G13, Romulan, Hash Plant, and God's Gift. Hope this helps you get a good night's sleep!\n\namberleewvapes","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6716-markdown","title":"What would you recommend for insomnia?","slug":"what-would-you-recommend-for-insomnia","content":"\n_____________________\nIndica based strains work the best for making me sleepy. And I use for my insomnia. I also like using the other ones during the day to kill some of my pain with out killing my thoughts. Ask the tenders you purchase from which are the highest indica strains they have\n\n4lfclvr4lk\n_____________________\nWe recommend Indica strains for insomnia. For instance, when I have trouble sleeping True OG calms my mind as well as relaxes me enough to fall asleep pretty quickly.\n\nlaylawvapes\n_____________________\nI've been using Sensi Chew Insomnia (edibles) and it works GREAT! Experiment with the dosage, each person is different.\n\njemmabrown","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6695-markdown","title":"How do I get started with cannabis?","slug":"how-do-i-get-started-with-cannabis","content":"\"I am new to medical marijuana, am undergoing \"aggressive chemo\" for breast cancer and want some help with nausea, pain and sleeping.\r\n\"\n_____________________\nThis is a great question and a meaty topic. I will leave it to others to comment on your specific situation with chemo, but in short your getting started steps are:\n\n1) Connect with a doctor and get a recommendation so that you can become a legal medical cannabis user. The doctor will also give you basic advice on products, but usually not too many specifics.\n\n2) Find a knowledgable resource to assist you in product selection. This might be a medical professional, a 'bud tender' who works for a dispensary, or a consultant that has helped people like yourself through similar situations. \n\n3) Find a trusted retailer that can sell you appropriate medications.\n\nHere is a getting started guide we write for some basic learning: https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana\n\nIf you have further questions as your proceed, feel free to post them here and people in our community will help you as you go.\n\nmark\n_____________________\nIn general cannabis products cannot be mailed through USPS, but certainly there are delivery services available that can bring medications to your home.\n\naghamaisam","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6694-markdown","title":"husband only wants to sleep and does not want to eat","slug":"husband-only-wants-to-sleep-and-does-not-want-to-eat","content":"\"My husband has a diffuse glioma (brain cancer) and wants to sleep all the time and does not want to eat--it is like he has lost his appetite.  He is taking .5 grams of THC every 12 hours.  I am worried about his lack of appetite and only wanting to sleep--what do you suggest?\"\n_____________________\nHe is taking THC pills? Marinol? 500 milligrams is quite a large dose of THC if taken by itself. Cannabis and THC work much better when taken as a whole plant preparation. If he is taking marinol or synthetic THC (as a mono-drug therapy), I would stop that and I would start with a CBD rich whole plant cannabis extract in a sublingual tincture format, taken every six hours. Use a few drops under the tongue, and wait half an hour, and increase dose to achieve adequate relief. Experiment with different ratios and strains. Vaporization can provide more immediate relief. If you live in a state where cannabis is illegal (and yet synthetic THC is available), I would find a CBD whole plant extract (which should be available in every state) and take that along with a lower dose of the synthetic THC.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6685-markdown","title":"Question about vaporizor temperature settings...","slug":"question-about-vaporizor-temperature-settings","content":"\"I've read about vaping using the temperature control to get the compounds that you need, but what about the remaining unused compounds?  For instance, let's say I use my vaporizor with the right THC:CBD cannabis ratio for sleep at night, and set it at about 400 degrees... would the unused compound THC-V remain in my vaporizor for use the next day?  Would I be able to re-use the same material and vape at 428 degrees to take advantage of the THC-V for the anti-inflammatory properties and appetite suppressant? \"\n_____________________\nIf you have not vaporized them yet the compounds are still there. Those temperatures are not as hard of a limit as you describe, however. In a perfectly isolated simulation the difference between 427 and 428 degrees means that all of those compounds have been left untouched, but, because we are in a dynamic environment, things are not so clearly outlined. A lot of vape devices have a chamber that creates suction, i.e. a vacuum, which will change the boiling point of those compounds. Other factors in your space, like altitude and humidity will affect things as well (Water boils at 212F in Death Valley, but at 202F in Denver). You can still vape that cannabis and get those compounds from it, but it will be a diminished experience.\n\nYou will find much more usefulness from your already vaped bud (AVB) through making tinctures or edibles. Check out some great ideas here: https://www.hellomd.com/answers/57719957a923a4000b0001c4/what-do-i-do-with-the-flower-i-vaped\n\nryan\n_____________________\nIf it's unused it can be used again until it becomes a black fine residue,,Use Indica to help sleep and relax and use Sativa for a more alert focus and upbeat..\n\njazzman","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6659-markdown","title":"The amount of cannabis oil I ingested was not satisfactory in putting me to sleep. What should I do?","slug":"the-amount-of-cannabis-oil-i-ingested-was-not-satisfactory-in-putting-me-to-sleep-what-should-i-do","content":"\n_____________________\nDid you notice the effects at that dosage? Every individual has a different tolerance to cannabis. It is always advised to start low and work your way up to a dosage where you begin to notice the effects. Then you can dial in the right amount for your personal situation. My guess is that you may want to increase your tincture dose in small increments and see if you notice a difference. I want to reiterate, that you should do this in small amounts to avoid taking too much and having an unpleasant experience.\n\nryan\n_____________________\nCBD tends to ameliorate the effect of THC, so taking such a high CBD/THC ratio is probably the reason it isn't working. Try a high TCH/low CBD ratio product. Or, find a product that has CBN in it, which is a degraded form of THC and what really puts you to sleep.\n\ndneice","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6658-markdown","title":"Does it help you sleep?","slug":"does-it-help-you-sleep","content":"\n_____________________\nIts an indica, and so should help you to sleep. Generally, you might want to consider edibles as a sleep aid, as they come on slower, and last longer. If you do smoke bud, it may send you to sleep, but then you may way soon after, sometimes with dreams waking you due to the THC. You would need to experiment with different options to see what works for you.\n\nSo I would look first for an indica based edible, perhaps a tincture or other edible.\n\nmark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6649-markdown","title":"insomnia and anxiety products like insomni relief tincture","slug":"insomnia-and-anxiety-products-like-insomni-relief-tincture","content":"\n_____________________\nWe have quite a few members that have anxiety and insomnia issues together and what I have seen that has worked quite well is a high CBD tincture for the anxiety issue and an nice Indica THC tincture for sleep, many take both CBD and THC at bedtime and keep the CBD dose higher than the THC with no psychoactive effects...just nice deep sleep. I am not a doctor and cannot recommend specific dosing, but just reporting back what other members have told me..all of our products are not yet listed on HelloMD, so contact me and I can get you more information!\n\nPiantaTinta","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6629-markdown","title":"The difference between edibles and other forms of cannabis consumption?","slug":"the-difference-between-edibles-and-other-forms-of-cannabis-consumption","content":"\"I've found a great deal of luck with edibles to achieve a full 8 hours of sleep despite my chronic pain and tendency towards insomnia. We also have a major family history of diabetes and a family member is concerned that edibles are not the best option for me considering my family history. How can explain to her the differences between the different methods of consuming cannabis and why edibles create a longer lasting and more relaxing effect than vaping or topical products? \"\n_____________________\nCongratulations on finding a cannabis product that brings relief. Before we answer your question, we would like to make a distinction between the product that you consume and mode of administration (MOA), which is the route in which you put the cannabis in your body. \nThis distinction is important, because it is not necessarily the \"edible\" - we are assuming the edible has sugar because of the diabetes concern-  but the mode of administration, oral, that causes the cannabis to be processed through your liver.  \nWhen cannabis goes through your liver it is converted to the type of THC that really works on alleviating your symptoms and helping you sleep. \nSo, there are numerous, sugar free  products that you can consume and most likely get the same effect. Some experimentation may be needed but start by taking the same number of milligrams of sugar-free product as you take of your potentially diabetes inducing (at least according to your concerned relative) edible. \nBTW, cannabis is very helpful for diabetes, but not the sugary kind!\n\ndneice\n_____________________\nThat's  wonderful that edibles are helping you manage your pain and insomnia. Cannabis can be consumed via different methods, such as smoking, sub-lingual, topical, and via beverage or edible consumption. Smoking and sub-lingual can help you get pain relief at a faster rate of time because they enter into your blood stream quicker. The effects are shorter and you may need to medicate more often. Sub-lingual are used via tinctures and are absorbed into the blood stream by applying the tincture under the tongue or in the soft tissue in  the side your mouth. Visa-vis consumption through edibles and beverages need to be digested and finally processed through the liver. The effects are longer lasting, but patient needs to be careful with dosage amounts. Some patients may experience tachycardia (fast heart pulse) with higher dosages of edibles which often can cause panic attacks. Starting with smalls dosages of edibles is a wise approach to avoid such problems. Start with a small dosage that is right for you or that is recommended by your physician and slowly increase if pain persists. Also, make sure you do not have any where to go for a long while after consuming edibles. Avoid driving and operating any type of machinery. This is another reason by starting with small dosages is a good approach when medicating with edibles.\n\npauly\n_____________________\nIt is wonderful to hear that you are getting the relief you need by consuming edibles. Edibles typically take anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours to have a full effect. It has to work through your digestive system, going through your stomach and then your liver. We recommend that patients enjoy Kiva as a desert so that the cannabis can process naturally with the rest of your digestive functions. Once it has been processed by your liver it turns that Delta 9thc into a delta 11 which can create a more intense and longer lasting effect.\n That is why edibles are the preferred method for ailments such as insomnia and pain relief. Smoking and vaping have a much faster onset, almost instantaneous, but the effect also wears off quicker. Some patients may find relief from smoking or vaping and then eating an edible for a more even keel effect. Once the smoke has worn off the edible is kicking in and they won't have to smoke or vape as often. Edibles do produce more of a bodily heavy effect, while vaping is more of a cerebral effect. When you combine the 2 you may get the best of both worlds. Please remember that there are many different factors to take in account. Every BODY is different, that is why we recommend 5mg as a starting dose until you know how it affects you. Also, the exact that is used can create a different effect. We use a cold water extract, which is one of the oldest. cleanest, and safest methods of extraction for the cannabis. There are no chemicals involved in the process. On a final note, I would recommend our dark chocolate line of products since they have the least amount of sugar. :)\nThank you\n\nkivaerica","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":156,"numPages":20,"currentPage":14,"id":5389,"name":"Insomnia","slug":"insomnia","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}