Is Cannabidiol The Future Of Therapeutic Medication?

CBD stands for “Cannabidiol“, it is one of the 140 cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. It is entirely different from THC (a psychoactive) and causes no mind-altering or hallucinogenic effects when consumed.

Medical uses:

CBD is the first and only FDA approved drug that is derived from the Cannabis plants.

Epilepsy:

It was approved in 2018 for treatment of two types of childhood epilepsy,

• Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and

• Dravet syndrome

Most patients in these conditions have drug-resistant seizures and are not suitable candidates for curative epilepsy surgery. CBD is

Future anti-cancer drug:

There are many studies suggesting the anti-cancer effects of CBD. More evidence and research are needed but CBD can be a possible anti-cancer drug we’ll be seeing in the market due to its antitumorigenic effects.

CBD is an overall a well-tolerated drug with minimum adverse effects. Currently, FDA approved CBD is expensive and big pharma is planning to profit from it instead of making it readily available to masses.

CBD products:

There are many CBD products available in the market. These products are gaining popularity for their alleged health benefits although more research is required to prove any of these claims and get more information about any possible side effects. Still many people swear by CBD products helping them with certain medical conditions. Some of the readily available CBD products are:

1. Oil

The most commonly used method of consumption of CBD is through oil. CBD oil is known for its wide spectrum of health benefits and convenience to use. These oils come in Custom CBD Boxes that can be used to store them as well.

Health benefits:

• CBD oils help with relieving muscle and joint pain

• It is also known to help with anxiety and stress

• It Reduces acne and makes skin healthier

• CBD oil helps with treating substance abuse problems. Many studies/researches have proved that CBD reduces the effects of THC on neurons.

2. Creams

CBD cream, like any other topical ointment, is applied externally. These creams stimulate the body's natural endocannabinoids (responsible for various bodily systems such as pain, memory, mood, appetite, stress, sleep, metabolism, immune function, and reproductive functions).

Health benefits:

CBD Creams target mainly endocannabinoids on the skin and help with reducing

• Inflammation,

• Redness and

• Soreness

3. Lotion

CBD lotions are rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are known to improve skin health. These lotions come in Custom CBD boxes, specially designed for Cannabidiol products, to avoid spillage.

Health benefits:

• CBD lotions help relieve pain and itching in the case of skin infections like psoriasis and eczema.

• Massaging CBD lotions can help with muscle and joint pain.

• CBD lotions are famous for their anti-aging properties. Being rich in omega fatty acids these lotions stimulate skin regeneration and can help reverse skin damage (wrinkles, burns, scars).

4. Tincture

CBD tincture is a highly potent herbal extract. It contains 60-70% alcohol and when taken under the tongue can provide quick relief.

Health Benefits:

• CBD tinctures are used as antipsychotic medication.

• Tinctures help reduce anxiety, stress, and depression and can help with boosting mood.

• They also help with insomnia and improving the quality of sleep.

5. Soap

In soap form, CBD extracts are combined with essential oils to create a soap bar. You can also get CBD bath bombs as well.

Health benefits:

• CBD soaps are selling like hotcakes as a skincare product.

• If you’re too lazy to massage lotion or cream then these soaps are for you. You can shower and do your skincare routine at the same time.

• CBD soaps improve skin appearance and have pain-relieving properties.

6. Capsules

In addition to topical products, CBD comes in oral form as well. CBD capsules are probably the best way to take CBD as they’re easily absorbed in bloodstream and can provide quick relief.

CBD capsules mainly help with:

• Childhood Epilepsy,

• Dystonia (a muscles disease) and

• Arthritis in adults.

7. Gummies

Cannabidiol gummies not only taste good but they also have many health benefits.

• Many people have testified to CBD gummies relieving muscle soreness after workouts

• They also help with improving the quality of sleep.

CBD products are fragile and need Custom CBD Boxes to increase their shelf life. These custom boxes can be used to store the products as well.