It also controls nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy. Another thing is it decreases intraocular pressure. Intraocular pressure is the fluid pressure inside the eye. The other things are Analgesia and Neurological and movement disorders. There is a synthetic form of marijuana on the market.
Marijuana may cause panic and stress attacks in extreme cases but helps ones gain back loss of appetite, and can dull pain from radiation treatments (GetGoing, 2011). The withdrawal effects of marijuana are minimal but can reverse the features it enhances. Conversely is the use of drugs such as cocaine and heroin. According to GetGoing (2011) using heroin or cocaine, powdered or crack (rock), even one time causes such intense cravings for some individuals that they use it again and again, rapidly becoming addicted. Furthermore, crack is the most highly addictive of all the drugs available because it is smoked and therefore stimulates the brain directly (GetGoing, 2011 p. 2).
Using either smoked marijuana or oral preparations of delta-9-THC (marijuana’s main active ingredient), researchers have conducted controlled studies. These studies demonstrate marijuana’s usefulness in reducing nausea and vomiting, stimulating appetite, promoting weight gain, and diminishing intraocular pressure from glaucoma. There is also evidence that smoked marijuana and/or THC reduce muscle spasticity from spinal cord injuries and multiple sclerosis, and diminish tremors in multiple sclerosis patients. Other therapeutic uses for marijuana have not been widely studied. However, patients and physicians have reported that smoked marijuana provides relief from migraine headaches, depression, seizures, insomnia, and chronic pain (135).
When you’re in pain nothing is enjoyable, you can be irritable and unpleasant to be around. Medicinal marijuana is one of the leading drugs for pain relief. When cancer patient are on chemo it can be very nauseating, marijuana can relive that feeling after just ten minutes of taking it. For those patient suffering from HIV/AIDS marijuana can assist in stimulating their appetite. “The Institute of Medicine panel concluded that marijuana has some therapeutic value for pain relief, control of nausea and vomiting, and appetite stimulation, and should be studied further in order to develop new cannabinoid drugs.
Dana Sigman Mrs. Atchison AP190 23 March 2012 The Gateway Drug to a Decent Economy and Healthcare System What kind of money grows on trees? Marijuana. It reigns as the most popular drug in America, but it remains illegal. In the past, prohibition failed during the Great Depression, and it will fail now. The prohibited drug, marijuana, scientifically known as cannabis sativa, typically provides a psychedelic high and relaxes the muscles.
Cont. Issue and The Law Master Thornton 1/30/13 “Marijuana Controversy” Controversy over legalizing Marijuana is sweeping the nation. Colorado and Washington are already two states that have legalized weed so far. Marijuana is a lot less dangerous than drugs already legal in the states, a stress reliever and a possible savior for our debt problem. There are a lot more pro’s than con’s when thinking whether legalization of Marijuana should be allowed.
Psychoactive – cannabis is usually smoked in a roll-up or pipe. It is also frequently ingested orally. Effects: stoned, increased heart rate, reduced blood sugar level, decreased sensory awareness, increased sensory awareness, etc. Street name Effects Risks Alcohol Booze Relaxant, feel less anxious and more sociable Slurred speech, nausea, psychological and physical dependence Amphetamines Speed, whizz, billy, uppers Euphoria, increased energy Anxiety, panic, paranoia Benzodiazepines Blues, downers, tranqs Sedation, relaxation Quickly develop
Some of the possible effects that are thought to be caused by smoking marijuana are forgetfulness, and reduced concentration. Because smoking marijuana is thought to tilt the balance of chemicals in the brain, it is said to regulate mood, appetite, energy, and attention. It also reduces logical thinking and calculation skills, and can impair a persons ability to perform a complex task, like driving a car. The reason for concern about long-term risks is because marijuana causes a build up of THC metabolites, and they stay in the fatty tissue of the human body for three to five days, and weeks in heavy
The types of drugs used for the correction of abnormal genes in the dopamine system of a person with ADD or ADHD, are very well known. “Methylphenidate (Ritalin) or the amphetamines Aderall and Dexedrine, are the most studied and most effective medications” that are used (ADHD Treatments). These medications reduce the person’s hyperactivity and improve their ability to pay attention. These drugs are prescribed by most doctors, but not all doctors take the same approach when prescribing the medication. This is because teenagers and adults taking Ritalin, Dexedrine, and Aderall can become addicted.
One of the most popular drugs among those abused is marijuana, which is technically known as cannabis, but commonly referred to as pot, weed, and hash, among other names. Though it may cause short term memory and some may argue that its highly addictive,