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The popularity of of CBD has lead more extensive use. There are a variety of benefits that have been reported from the use of CBD Oil. Many may seek to utilize CBD oil in order to avoid taking medications that may also come with adverse side effects. However, sometimes there may be medications that are currently taking and you may have concerns about potential interactions.
Does CBD oil interact with other drugs? Are there any dangers when taking CBD oil and other medications?
Yes, CBD oil has a great safety profile with limited side effects. However, it’s always important to have discussions with your physician when making any changes to remedies or treatments. These will include any changes to medications and supplements that you may take.
Here I will help give you some guidance that has been reported. Be sure to always discuss changes with your medical provider and even discuss if you are considering taking CBD Oil. Along with potential drug interactions we will also cover material to help you be informed when purchasing CBD Oil.
Background On CBD Oil
CBD Oil (cannabidiol) is one of the numerous cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. Be careful not to just associated CBD with THC. THC is the psychoactive compound (which does cause a high) whereas CBD does not.
Also, most of the CBD oil produced will come from the Hemp plant, not marijuana plant. Hemp and marijuana are both in the cannabis family but are totally different plants. Marijuana is more often utilized as a recreational drug, however Hemp has much broader industrial uses.
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Hemp can be used for a variety of different things which include rope, cordage, paper, food and medicinal. Hemp was legalized Federally by the passage of the Farm Bill in 2018. Hemp is very rich in CBD but has scarce levels of THC. Marijuana has high levels of THC and lower levels of CBD.
The restrictions on hemp stated that it could contain no more than 0.3% THC.
The Side Effects of CBD Oil
The advantage of CBD oil is that is has a great safety profile with limited side effects. This is what has led many to explore CBD oil to assist with a variety of different medical conditions. Other options may include additional medications that can carry significant side effects.
We now know how dangerous many of painkillers can be but there are also common household medications that may be more dangerous than you think.
Although side effects are limited and many patients in the study listed them as moderate. Here are a few that have been noted:
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Increased Appetite
- Weight Gain
The study below even referenced the safety profile of CBD oil even at higher levels of dosing.
The Endocannabinoid System, Cannabinoids, and Pain
Everyone’s body chemistry is slightly different. So CBD may not lead to any side effects to some where it may have a little to others.
I wrote a recent post that includes some new dosage guidance. The details were released from the Arthritis Foundation and experts in the field. It can help give you some initial guidance to review with your personal physician.
===>Arthritis Pain Relief With CBD Oil – New Guidelines Released
Will CBD Oil Interact With Other Drugs And Medications?
This is a very important question. Not just for CBD but anytime you plan to make any modifications of drugs or supplements etc you should always discuss it with your doctor. Always read the guides that the pharmacists gives you. They provide very helpful details.
Some drugs may be more reactive than others and may react to different medications or even types of foods. As it relates to CBD oil there are certain types of medications that could cause some reactions.
Your doctor can advise you accordingly and offer guidance on to avoid some things all together or even modify dosage and time frames when taking medications. Does cbd oil interact with other drugs and medications? Below are a few medications released from the Arthritis Foundation recent guidance report.
CBD has been shown to be safe with no serious safety concerns with moderate use. However if may interact with some drugs that are commonly taken by arthritis patients. These may include:
corticosteroids (such as prednisone)
tofacitinib (Xeljanz)
naproxen (Aleve)
celecoxib (Celebrex)
tramadol (Ultram)
Certain antidepressants, including amitriptyline (Elavil), citalopram (Celexa), fluoxetine (Prozac), mirtazapine (Remeron), paroxetine (Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft)
Certain medications for fibromyalgia, including gabapentin (Neurontin) and pregabalin (Lyrica)
==>YOU CAN READ THE ENTIRE POST AND LINK TO THE ORIGINAL REPORT HERE
How Much CBD Oil Should I Be Taking?
The key thing is that everyone’s body is slightly different. However, the general rule of thumb is to start low and slow and gradually build up your dosage over days or weeks until you get the desired result (ex, helping to sleep or relieving pain).
The bottle will have a guide so just start with ½ or ¼ of that dosage then maybe spread it out to ½ or ¼ two times a day. Then gradually increase over time to allow the CBD to get to a steady level in your body.
Remember that you may not always see an immediate result. Don’t get discouraged if you see others that may see a result sooner. There are many variables that come into the equation and some may be how much CBD your individual body will need in order to reach the correct level of homeostasis.
If you want to best method to receive CBD Oil make sure that you use a sublingual tincture (high quality). It will allow you to receive it more quickly. If you take the capsules, or gummies etc you can run into a dosing problem.
The reason is that once it goes through your digestive tract there are more factors that can affect absorption. These could include things such as acid levels and foods. They may work for some people but if you want to compare taking CBD in pills and gummies vs a sublingual tincture its a no contest. Sublingual tincture wins everyday and twice on Sunday. Case closed.
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Buyer Beware Of CBD Oil – Here Are Some Things To Bare In Mind
Here is where you need to be careful. I am not trying to scare you away from CBD or the possibilities, however it can be the wild west out there. There are some products that are subpar, made with subpar ingredients. Additionally, you may not know what other things are in the product nor where they are sourced.
Not all CBD products are created equal. There are also too many products on the market that are more trendy and gimmicky than anything else. If you really want to see if CBD will work for you make sure that you know what to look for when buying.
You want to look for products that are both produced in the United States with Hemp grown organically by United States based farmers. Quality reputable companies will also use independent 3rd party testing verifying the quantities of CBD and other ingredients (e.g. THC) that are part of the product. The test will be readily available or easily provided to you.
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Don’t go cheap! Sorry you get what you pay for. If you buy a cheap quality product you may not even get the level of CBD oil and it may have other filler ingredients. You also want to verify that the CBD oil was extracted using CO2 (carbon dioxide). It’s more expensive, but far superior to get the best quality CBD.
Also, seek out companies that truly value the health and wellness of the individual and not just producing the next gimmicky product. If you want to see if CBD will work for you it’s to your advantage to get the best quality available otherwise you will be wasting your time and your money.
By the way, it’s not recommended to Vape CBD Oil. Here is why I wouldn’t.
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Closing Thoughts
CBD oil has been shown to help many with a variety of health conditions. It has been shown to have a great safety profile, however there are certain medications that may cause reactions. There are some drug types that could interact with CBD oil. Speak with you doctor about all your medications and supplements before beginning CBD oil and develop a plan of action.
Your doctor will help give you guidance on any adjustments with medications and/or supplements. Remember that your doctor knows your medical history and is always best suited to give you medical guidance.
Also, DO NOT GO CHEAP and buy a low quality CBD Oil. There are some good ones out there but the market is also flooded with snake oil and products that are more trendy and gimmicky. They may be fun but investing wisely in a quality product is the best way to see if CBD oil is a solution for you.
Thanks for reading and I hope you found this helpful!
