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The ACP ( American College of Physician's) recently presented a position paper supporting research and reclassification of cannabis. This is needed so more effective ways of using this compound can be created.

ACP Press Release and Whitepaper

Lecture by Dr Ethan Ross. *Recommended for info on Medical Cannabis

Benefits of Marijuana
-Alleviates pain and often allows for a reduction of opiate use in people suffering from herniated discs, arthritis, either Rheumatoid or osteo, pain that is the result as a result of traumatic injury, migraines and Fibromyalgia to name just a few.

-Stimulates appetite and relieves cachexia (physical wasting) in patients with AIDS , Hepatitis C and cancer.

-Relieves neuropathic pain from peripheral neuropathy (in people with diabetes or side effects from chemotherapy, radiculopathy, phantom limb syndrome and, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy.

-Alleviates nausea and vomiting associated with cancer, HIV and Hepatitis-C chemotherapy.
Decreases intra-ocular pressure in those with diagnosed glaucoma.

-Decreases muscle spasm as experienced with Multiple Sclerosis, paralysis (paraplegia/quadriplegia), and cerebral palsy.

-Sleep Aid for those who suffer from insomnia –including if it is from pain or side effect of medication.

-Alleviates Migraine headaches.

Medical Marijuana Disclosure

 Although smoking marijuana has not been linked to lung cancer, smoking it can result in respiratory harm, such as bronchitis.  Many researchers agree that marijuana smoke contains known carcinogens, and that smoking marijuana may increase the risk of respiratory diseases, along with cancer of the lungs, throat, and mouth.  Vaporizers and sublingual marijuana products may substantially reduce many of the potentially harmful smoke toxins that are normally present in marijuana smoke. Cannabis is not recommended for women who are pregnant.


-Side effects may occur while using medical marijuana such as:

-euphoria
-difficulty in completing complex tasks
-inability to concentrate
-sedation
-alterations in the perception of space and time
-tachycardia (fast heart beat) and heart palpitations
-low blood pressure
-dizziness
-increased talkativeness
-anxiety
-impairment of short-term memory
-impairment of motor skills, reaction time, and physical coordination
-confusion
-dysphoria
-paranoia
-psychotic symptoms including delusions and hallucinations
-suppression of the body's immune system

  • Symptoms of marijuana overdose include:
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • heart rhythm disturbances
  • numbness in the limbs
  • hacking cough
    • Chronic marijuana overuse can lead to laryngitis, bronchitis and general apathy
    • Some patients can become dependant on marijuana. Please contact your physician immediately if you notice the signs of withdrawal, which include the following:
    • feelings of depression, sadness, or irritability
    • restlessness or mild agitation
    • insomnia
    • sleep disturbances
    • unusual fatigue
    • trouble concentrating
    • loss of appetite

      Medical Marijuana Usage Guidelines

    • Using marijuana while under the influence of alcohol is not recommended.
    • Driving while under the influence of marijuana may result in a DUI conviction.
    • Smoking marijuana is not permitted within 1,000 feet of a daycare or school.
    • The smoking of marijuana is not allowed where cigarette/tobacco smoking is not permitted
    • It is strongly recommended that patients use vaporizers or non smoke alternatives to smoking.
    • Cannabis is dangerous to a developing baby. And is present in Breast Milk


      What Your Physician's Recommendation Allows Under SB420

    • Possession of up to 8 ounces of dried marijuana.
    • Cultivation of up to 12 plants, as long as only 6 are mature at any given time.
    • Cultivation should be indoors, or in a locked greenhouse.
    • Purchases and cultivation are for personal use only.
    • Applies only within the state of California.
    • Please see www.canorml.org or www.safeaccessnow.org for more information about the law.

      Prop 215/SB420 was enacted to help patients. Selling or sharing of medical cannabis is discouraged and illegal.