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STRATEGIC R&D

Relieve Unmanageable Pain: The Precaution of CBD
key to effectively using CBD oil is finding People must reference the suggested single-serving dosage when taking any of
the optimal dosage for pain relief. the various CBD products available. Advice for healthy adults: At high doses (300
According to a University of California, mg), CBD might induce some side effects, including inhibition of hepatic drug
San Diego study, modest doses offer metabolism, alterations of in vitro cell viability, and decreased fertilization
tolerable pain relief. Data indicates that capacity. 11, 15 As a precaution, the recommended doses is under 70 mg per day
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the combination of CBD and other (about 28 drops of 5% CBD) unless under medical direction. Advice for vulnerable
cannabinoids, particularly THC appears groups: Pregnant and breastfeeding women or individuals taking medications,
particularly effective for acute pain are not recommended CBD unless under medical direction.
conditions, including those associated
with multiple sclerosis and cancer. This
combination can reduce the dosage of More Information Service Info C012
opioid medicines required to treat severe
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pain, reduce tolerance buildup to opioid
medicines, and reduce the severity of
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withdrawal symptoms.
Protect Against Neurological
Disease: Studies show that CBD has
antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
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properties. To aid in pain regulation and
provide a measure of neuroprotection,
an additional 2.5 mg of CBD and THC
dose (2.5 mg – 7.5 mg) may be taken. 2
These benefits are particularly
advantageous for individuals suffering
from Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s
disease. 7
Ease Diabetic Complications: High
glucose levels typically precede the
development of diabetes and other
health concerns; however, tests on
human cells found that CBD decreases
glucose levels and can lessen the
likelihood of future health issues. 8
Moreover, it can reduce the low-density
lipoprotein (bad cholesterol) by
converting them into high-density
lipoprotein (good cholesterol). High
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levels of HDL cholesterol could lower the
risk for heart disease and stroke.

Safety of CBD
Various reports demonstrate that CBD
does not alter metabolic or physiological
parameters, such as cell and
embryogenesis growth, glycemia,
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prolactin levels, blood pressure, heart
rate, 11, 12 or body temperature. CBD
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shows no significant effect on short-term
memory or other cognitive aspects. 14
The most reported side effects of CBD
are tiredness, diarrhea, and changes in
appetite.

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