Side Effects Marijuana extract is POSSIBLY SAFE when used as a standardized spray (Sativex, GW Pharmaceuticals) that is applied under the tongue. Marijuana is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when smoked. Smoking marijuana is associated with an increased the risk of developing lung cancer. Also, some reports suggest...
The effects of medical marijuana are not universal. Some individuals may experience one or more of the above side effects, while another may have none. Also, some people may experience side effects not listed above. Some reactions, such as experiencing anxiety, panic or paranoia, are more commo...
Having HIV or cancer may qualify you for a prescription for medical marijuana. As manyPOZ readers have noted, pot has helped them deal with nausea, anxiety, sleeplessness, side effects from HIV meds and a number of other problems. But users of marijuana might not be aware of a little-known...
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TheophyllineIncreased theophylline metabolism reported with smoking of marijuana; effect similar to that following smoking tobacco Opioids NaltrexoneCross-tolerance and mutual potentiation Oral THC effects were enhanced by opioid receptorblockade. AlcoholIncrease in the positive subjective mood effects of smoked...
Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially dizziness and memory loss. Dizziness can increase the risk of falling. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Behavioral therapy and stop-smoking education is preferred for pregnant ...
Some of the side effects of cocaine depend on how you take the drug. If you snort it, you might have nosebleeds, loss of smell, hoarseness, nasal irritation, runny nose, or trouble swallowing. Smoking crack can damage your lungs and worsen asthma symptoms. If you inject it, you could ...
The effects of smoking cannabis on MS symptoms have not been evaluated in clinical trials [17]. Neuropathic pain An analysis of five small clinical studies concluded that inhaled cannabis (providing 1.6-96 mg THC daily) reduces the intensity of neuropathic pain caused by HIV, trauma, diabetes, ...
Other side effects include: Purple, painful toes Rash Hair loss Bloating Diarrhea Jaundice (yellowing of eyes and skin) Signs of overdose include bleeding gums, bruising, nosebleeds, heavy menstrual bleeding, and prolonged bleeding from cuts. Health News About 1 in 20 Women Use Marijuana During ...
Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol, or if you smoke or have recently quit smoking cigarettes or marijuana. Also tell your doctor if you have been sick with a high fever (102 degrees or higher) for 24 hours or longer. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. ...