F.A.Q

It can make you high depending on what cannabinoid ratio (THC: CBD) your medicine contains and how you use it.

Oral and ingested doses of a high THC cannabis oil can make you high yet in severe cases it relieves chronic symptoms. Topical and suppository products are without the high but do still have some side effects.

There many effective ways to use/take cannabis, detailed on the link below:

http://www.safeaccessnow.org/using_medical_cannabis

This decision will depend on what condition you are treating and your personal preference. Please refer to our product guide which shows the different preparations we offer.

Cannabis is best used as part of a holistic health regimen. Choose a method or combination of methods which will target your health concerns and offer the most suitable effects and symptom relief.

This depends on the condition you are treating, the method you choose and the effects and results you desire. Taken orally or ingested, we recommend to start by taking a single dose about 1 – 2 hours before bed as a high THC cannabis oil can have a sedative effect.

Topicals can be applied often, 2 – 3 times daily is usually best. Suppositories require some timing and should be taken about an hour after regular bowel movement.

If you are new to this medicine, we recommend having a loved one/friend/family member with you the first few times you use it.

We ALWAYS advise you to first check with your doctor. You can do research here for any possible contra-indications:
http://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/cannabis-index.html

This will vary depending on your dose size, how you took it and what the THC: CBD ratio is. Cannabis, like most medicine has general effects but can vary greatly from person to person.

Cannabis oil as a concentrate (we pack into syringes) and tinctures are best stored in a dry, dark and cool place. Below 25°C. Shelf life: 1 – 2 years (syringes) and 3 – 6 months (tinctures).

Capsules/Suppositories are best stored in a fridge or freezer. Recommended temperature range: 5°C to - 30°C. Shelf life: 5 – 10 years (freezer) or 2 – 3 years (fridge).

Topicals are best stored in a fridge or a very cool, dark and dry place. Recommended temperature range: 5°C to 15°C. Shelf life: 1 – 2 years. Unless stored in fridge then 2 – 3 years.

All side effects from cannabis are temporary. Side effects can vary greatly from person to person in how they feel and the time taken for them to wear off.

First and foremost – remain calm. At no time is cannabis able to harm you if you are using it in a controlled way. This is why we emphasise mindfulness, planning, forethought and intention all be part of your process.

Although the effects can be strong and overwhelming, you are still in control. If you are just starting out, be mindful and control the circumstances and environment as much as possible.

In our considered opinion, the addiction rates of cannabis are grossly overstated. Usually the worst effect someone will experience once they discontinue use is mild mood swings, insomnia and loss of appetite.

This is due to when one is using cannabis your brain stops producing endogenous cannabinoids such as Anandamide. Simply because the cannabis is providing them so there is no need for the body to produce cannabinoids as well. In most cases after 3 or 4 days the withdrawal symptoms disappear as your brain begins to produces endocannabinoids again.

Cannabis is emerging as one of the best drugs to help break addictions. Here is what we feel is a fairly unbiased article on addiction and stopping use:
http://brainblogger.com/2015/05/13/debunking-the-myths-of-marijuana-withdrawalsyndrome/ https://www.leafscience.com/2017/10/06/is-marijuana-addictive/

This will depend on you; what you are treating and whether you want to make cannabis a daily part of your life or not. It is a far too personal and complex question to answer here.

The reason for using it will usually determine a continual or short-term treatment, however this may change, and often does when the results are experienced.

Recurring and persistent conditions like migraines, arthritis and epilepsy will usually require frequent and continued usage. Others like MS, IBS and Cancer can be cleared up and you can decide on continued usage, perhaps as a preventative/tonic rather than as a medication/remedy.