Medical Marijuana
Benefits
Knowledge Resource about Marijuana
Medical marijuana is any part of the marijuana
plant that you use to treat health problems. People use it to get
relief from their symptoms, not to try to get high.
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How does Medical Marijuana Work?
The active chemicals in marijuana that’s being used as medicine are called cannabinoids. It has been found that these chemicals are similar to those present in the human body, which help with appetite, movement, and various pains.
Has the FDA approved Medical Marijuana?
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recognized the capability of cannabis and its derivatives in treating various diseases. Consequently, it has approved two cannabinoid medicines; dronabinol and nabilone. The two are used to treat nausea and vomiting in cancer patients during chemotherapy. The FDA has also approved Epidiolex for the treatment of seizures and rare forms of epilepsy.
How do I get Medical Marijuana?
Depending on the qualifying condition and your state, a licensed physician will recommend taking medical marijuana. You are then highly recommended to get a Medical Marijuana Card.
What is a Medical Marijuana Card?
A Medical Marijuana Card (MMID) or popularly known as a cannabis card is a form of identification used by medical marijuana patients who have been granted permission to use this type of medicine. The MMID also allows patients to plant cannabis in their homes to treat various ailments. The card is usually issued by the state. However, to obtain the card, the patient must have a written recommendation from a certified physician. The card can be applied for online.