What EVERYONE should understand about
PRESCRIPTION CANNABIS
FDA approved prescription cannabis-based medicines have been available in the US since 1985. FDA approved listings: Studied & Tested, LISTED & APPROVED: Disease, Dosage, Ingredients, Sideeffects, Manufacture,: Sold in pharmacy & childproof packaging.
DEVELOPING BRAIN
Study participants who initiated weekly cannabis use before age 18 dropped IQ points in proportion to how long they persisted in using the drug, while nonusers gained a fraction of a point.
EDIBLES 10X THE POTENCY
THC POTENCY OF MARIJUANA
1 Gummy Bears = 1 serving =1/2 joint = 85-90% THC (varies depending on potency) Edibles make-up 45% of Colorado marijuana sales: cookies, candy, soda, lollipops… It is not possible to distinguish by sight or taste between candy and infused candy.
THC, tetrahydrocannabinal, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana has increased from 3.2% in 1993 to 14% or higher in 2013. In most states “medical” marijuana THC is higher than recreational marijuana.
FATAL CAR CRASHES In one year marijuana related fatal car crashes increased 32% in CO after a record high of 104% the past 3 years and 200% in WA. You don’t have to be a driver to be a victim.
ADDICTION
Drug-abusing employees are absent from work ten times more frequently than their non-using peers, and the turnover rate is 30% higher than for those employees who do not engage in abuse of illicit drugs. 50 percent of all on-the-job accidents and up to 40 % of employee theft is due to drug abuse.
SHORT-TERM MEMORY
DISPENSARY/POT SHOP In states that have legalized marijuana for any reason there are more pot shops than Starbucks or McDonalds. Colorado
EMPLOYERS CONCERNS
1 in 6 teens who use marijuana become addicted. 30% of users may develop problem use. “Volunteers striving to keep communities safe & informed.” For more information on the risks, consequences, harm & affects of using marijuana.
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The short-term effects of marijuana use include problems with memory & learning, distorted perception, difficulty in thinking & problemsolving, & reduced coordination. May be permanent if use begins in teen years.
ANSWER: _F_ (Popular belief– Myth) It is no wonder that the American public to include doctors, lawyers, legislators, ministers, teachers, patients, parents, elderly, youth, children, teens are so CONFUSED when someone begins to talk about “medical” marijuana.
What does the term “medical” marijuana refer to? A) Prescription cannabis-based B) Charlotte’s Web C) Smoking medical-grade marijuana D) Eating marijuana laced candy E) Vaping hash oil F) All of the above
“A” is the medical answer. Since 1985 prescription, FDA approved cannabis-based medicine has been available throughout the United States. Marijuana negatively impacts almost every organ in the body. FYI– There is no such thing as ‘medical’ grade marijuana.
Photo: Type:
FDA Approved:
Rx-Prescription Cannabis-based Pill, capsule, spray, liquid (since 1985) YES
Liquid (Tincture) (Charlotte’s Web)
Oral– Edible Candy, soda, cookies, ...
Concentrates-
Smoking-
(Made from Oil)
Hash, Hash Oil, Wax, Shatter– Dabbing, Vaping, in Edibles
Joint, Blunt, Vaping, Bowl
NO (Legislative Bill
NO (Legislative Bill or
NO (Legislative Bill or
NO Legislative Bill or
or Amendment)
Amendment)
Amendment)
Amendment)
Controlled Studies:
YES
NO (Anecdotal)
NO (Anecdotal)
NO (Anecdotal)
NO (Anecdotal)
Sold at Pharmacy:
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
Yes YES
NO NO
NO – Child friendly NO
NO NO
NO NO
Marinol, Sativex,Nabilone, Cesamet, Several studies– including Epidiolex*for seizures Pharmacy
Charlotte’s Web * American Epilepsy Society warns side-effects outweigh potential benefits Home made or Semi –regulated Dispensary/pot shops- varies Liquid, gel, patch
Gummy bears, Ganja Joy, Keef Kat, Hashey’s, Cannola Oil, Black Cherry Soda,….
Full melt, Bubble Hash, Oil Wax, Honeycomb, Crumble, Co2 Oil.
Home grown, Dispensary/pot shops- varies
Home grown, Dispensary/pot shops- varies
Diamond Girl, Purple Train wreck, Platinum Kush, Dutch Treat, Girl Scout Cookies, Blueberry Diesel ... Home grown, Dispensary/pot shops- varies
EATEN: candy, cookies, sodas …. ALWAYS THC, low CBD, often pesticides, fertilizers… 400 other chemicals No medical association nor the FDA support this form of medicine. Anecdotal High level of THC often 75-80% (Cont.) Increase blood pressure, impaired reasoning, poor coordination, thought processing issues…..
Smoked: Hash oil
SMOKED- Leaves
ALWAYS high THC, low CBD, often pesticides, fertilizers… 400 other chemicals No medical association nor the FDA support this form of medicine. Anecdotal Highly concentrated 80-99% THC (Cont.) May trigger mental issues- paranoia, anxiety, schizophrenia, bi-polar, psychosis, & hallucinations
Most often high THC, low CBD, pesticides, fertilizers… 400 other chemicals No medical association nor the FDA support this form of medicine. Anecdotal Typically THC 1525% or higher Addiction, rapid heartbeat, permanent brain impairment, tunnel visions, paranoia…
Homegrown or nursery varies from batch to batch, GMO to get higher potency, often contains feces, pesticides & fertilizers
Homegrown or nursery varies from batch to batch, GMO to get higher potency, often contains feces, pesticides & fertilizers
Homegrown or nursery varies from batch to batch, GMO to get higher potency, often contains feces, pesticides & fertilizers
Evidence-based disease & dosage documentation: Supported by Medical Associations:
Childproof: Drug Interactions: known & listedTypical brand names:
Distribution Stores:
Form: Identified ingredients:
Pill, spray, capsule Specific
Sometimes varied chemicals
Suggested medical use:
Specific- tested, and approved by FDA testing
WARNING BY the AES & neurologists not to use Anecdotal
Strength:
Listed & specific
Mandatory listed side-effects:
YES- Specifically listed for each medicine
Suppose to be low or no THC NO- Often causes more harm than benefits (one study 40% worse off)…
Manufacturing:
Industry Standards
Homegrown or nursery may have some regulation but has proven to have many issues
With all the problems legal drugs such as alcohol and prescription drugs cause throughout our nation… on highways, to businesses (accidents, employees...) to individuals and in our families, do you really think it is possible to regulate a drug people can grow in their backyard?
Wouldn’t you agree our loved ones deserve a safer, evidence-based, researched and more predictable drug than marijuana?
