The two most active and most researched compounds found in marijuana are cannabidiol (CBD)  and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Both these compounds actively interact with the body’s various systems to achieve the desired results.

THC is known to have psychoactive properties, while CBD does not.

THC And Medical Cannabis

THC is one of the 80 active compounds in medical marijuana. It is also one of the compounds that have captured researchers’ interest the most and is known for its immediate effects on the body. Effects of THC include a rising pulse rate, increased body temperature, alleviating feelings of pain, and sedative effects. THC is also known for creating the sense of “high” or its psychoactive tendencies that feel euphoric to the user.

CBD And Medical Cannabis

CBD is another active compound in medical marijuana and is known to be the opposite of CBD in some ways. CBD does not have psychoactive properties, so it does not induce a ‘high’ user. It also reduces anxiety rather than increases it, unlike THC. Also, CBD needs to be taken in a much larger dose than THC to affect the body’s endocannabinoid system.

Precautions While Using Marijuana

As with any other drug, medical marijuana needs to be administered responsibly. The following precautions must be taken while using it.

Avoid Driving

This advice applies to any drug that affects your nervous system. Medical marijuana is a nervous system depressant that affects your decision-making ability, which is essential while driving. This can lead to accidents. It is advised that you either take public transport or wait for at least three hours after taking the dose before getting behind the wheel.

 

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Do Not Operate Heavy Machinery Or Appliances

Medical marijuana not only increases your reaction time but affects your ability to recall short-term memories. Therefore, exercise precaution and avoid dealing with heavy machinery when you have taken a dose to prevent accidents.

 

Avoid Overdosing

When taking medical marijuana, determining the dose is essential and so is sticking to it. Some forms of administering the drug are slower, such as through ingestion, and can cause overdose, which is harmful and lead to panic attacks or worse.

Bottom Line

Medical marijuana needs to be administered with precaution. But to avail of the benefits of legal marijuana, you need a medical card. Reach out to us at Indica MD; we’ll help you get a medical marijuana card in New York and Califonia.