A prescription CBD (cannabidiol) is considered an effective anti-seizure medication. However, further research is needed to determine the CBD’s other benefits and safety.
CBD is a chemical extract from cannabis. CBD doesn’t contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive ingredient found in cannabis that produces a high. The usual CBD formulation is oil, but CBD is also sold as an isolate, CBD gummies, a vape liquid, and a capsule or pills. Food products, drinks, and beauty products are among the many CBD-infused products available online.
Presently, the only CBD product approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) is a prescription oil called Epidiolex. It’s approved to treat two types of epilepsy. Aside from Epidiolex, state laws on the use of CBD vary. While CBD is being studied as a treatment for a wide range of conditions, including Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and anxiety, research supporting the drug’s benefits is still limited.
CBD use also carries some risks. Though it’s often well-tolerated, CBD can cause side effects, such as dry mouth, diarrhea, reduced appetite, drowsiness, and fatigue. CBD can also interact with other medications you’re taking, such as blood thinners.
Another cause for concern is the unreliability of the purity and dosage of CBD in products. A recent study of 84 CBD products bought online showed that more than a quarter of the products contained less CBD than labeled. In addition, THC was found in 18 products.
If you plan to use CBD infused products, discuss it with your doctor.
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