Patients can take capsults if they are on restricted diets or too nauseous to eat.
Many people think medical marijuana must be smoked. While marijuana can be smoked, there are many other ways to consume marijuana. This can be helpful for those who cannot smoke due to heart, lung, or throat conditions, nausea, or aging! The most traditional way to use medical marijuana is by smoking, however more and more smokeless options are available. Smoking is best for those without heart, throat, or lung problems. It provides immediate relief, however most of the cannabinoids are lost when smoking. It’s affordable & it’s easy to adjust the dose. It is most popular to use marijuana by smoking, however it can be hard on the throat & lungs! Vaping is less serious than smoking & there is less loss of cannabinoids/terpenes. Vaping is better for heart & lung patients. It provides quick relief & is easy to dose, however dabbing is a good remedy for patients who want quick relief, however it’s a complicated process that takes time to learn. It provides immediate relief with little smoke. Some people may be uncomfortable with high potency concentrates. Tinctures are ideal for beginners. Additionally, they can be used to try new strains & adjust the dosage. Put a few drops under your tongue where it enters the bloodstream. Tinctures are good for patients who cannot or do not want to smoke. They are more absorbent & predictable than other methods. Tinctures take effect in 5-15 hours & last 2 hours. Patients can take capsults if they are on restricted diets or too nauseous to eat. Capsules can be taken with a little food and water. Those who cannot smoke or need a long-acting solution should use edibles. You just eat them. The effects of edibles are difficult to predict & depend on what you ate that day or what is in your stomach at the time.