The cannabis plant has more than 400 various chemical compounds. The most active and well-known active substances are THC and CBD.
THC
The most commonly used and researched active ingredient in the cannabis plant.
THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) will mainly be expressed in the following medical conditions: Analgesia, relaxation and muscle spasms, nerve cell destruction, appetite stimulant, reducing mental stress and calming, reducing nausea and vomiting (after chemotherapy).
THC has been shown in studies as an analgesic and, moreover, it has a variety of medical benefits in the treatment of various diseases. It is used to treat and alleviate symptoms of multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, Tourette, lack of appetite and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It is also used to relieve nausea and vomiting as a result of chemotherapy in oncology patients. THC is a molecule with a psychoactive effect, that is, affects brain function and mental processes.
Due to its chemical composition and spatial form, THC can bind to two main groups of receptors in our body: To CB1 which is found mainly in the central nervous system, and to CB2 which is found primarily on cells of the immune system. As a result of this link, a number of mechanisms are applied in the body that ease on the medical condition. However, the link is not specific and can cause several side effects, most of which are not severe or long lasting.
It is advisable to consult with the medical staff or the training unit at Bazelet Pharma for detailed instructions and information.
CBD
This active substance has been studied extensively in recent years and is effective in a wide range of medical conditions.
The activity of the CBD (Cannabidiol) is in the various systems of the body with an emphasis on the immune system and the nervous system, but the mechanism of action is different from THC.
Will be suitable for a wide variety of diseases and symptoms for both young and old patients during most of the day because it does not have psychoactive properties and works with almost no significant side effects.
Medical conditions in which CBD-infused products can be treated: Pain reduction, tremor reduction and contractions (Parkinson’s, certain types of epilepsy), inflammatory conditions (inflammatory bowel disease). This substance has sedative properties and improves mood.
It is recommended in combination with THC in different varieties to reduce the psychoactive effects (feeling of levitation and “high”) and at the same time increase the medical activity as a result of synergy between the two. They are also called Power Couple.
