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Marijuana is Medicine
It just amazes when you hear some government official or someone in the medical field saying how the science is still out,we're not sure marijuana has any medical uses...
Oh really, Then why is there a U.S. patent for Delta -9-THC by the pharmaceutical makers Eli Lilly?
To whom the Bush family own stock.
And what about marinol the synthetic drug made with the above mentioned patent?
Marinol (dronabinol) is a synthetic, or man made, version of a naturally occurring compound known as delta-9-THC. Delta-9-THC is the same substance in marijuana that produces a high effect and relief of distressing symptoms, such as anorexia, nausea and vomiting, and some types of pain. It was approved by the FDA in 1985 for the treatment of nausea and vomiting related to cancer chemotherapy. In 1992, the FDA approved marketing of Marinol for the treatment of anorexia associated with weight loss in patients with AIDS. Marinol may also be used off-label for other symptoms.
Marinol has been proven safe and is pretty well tolerated by most patients. Side effects may mimic inhaled marijuana and might include a “high” feeling, anxiety or nervousness, mood changes, easy laughter, or other changes in behavior. It may also cause drowsiness or dizziness. For these reasons, it’s best if you have someone with you the first time you try the medication and avoid driving.
Because Marinol contains the same compound found in marijuana, it’s important not to smoke marijuana while taking it. Also avoid alcohol and other medications that cause drowsiness, such as barbiturates and muscle relaxants. Because Marinol can cause increased heart rate and anxiety, it’s also best to avoid taking other stimulants such as amphetamines, cocaine and caffeine.
Always talk with your doctor about any concerns you have and be sure she has a list of ALL the medications your taking, including any illicit substances.
So there you have it...It's medicine but only if the man made pharmaceutical companies are the ones who profit from it.
Now for all you people who seem to be so against drugs,why do I all too often hear you touting marinal as an alternative? Do you really think that God or Mother Nature made a big mistake and only the pharmaceuticals could fix it and make it right? Now what kind of message are we sending our youth?
I would love to hear others opinions and comments on this issue.So please, let me hear what you think.Thanks!!
Oh really, Then why is there a U.S. patent for Delta -9-THC by the pharmaceutical makers Eli Lilly?
To whom the Bush family own stock.
And what about marinol the synthetic drug made with the above mentioned patent?
Marinol (dronabinol) is a synthetic, or man made, version of a naturally occurring compound known as delta-9-THC. Delta-9-THC is the same substance in marijuana that produces a high effect and relief of distressing symptoms, such as anorexia, nausea and vomiting, and some types of pain. It was approved by the FDA in 1985 for the treatment of nausea and vomiting related to cancer chemotherapy. In 1992, the FDA approved marketing of Marinol for the treatment of anorexia associated with weight loss in patients with AIDS. Marinol may also be used off-label for other symptoms.
Marinol has been proven safe and is pretty well tolerated by most patients. Side effects may mimic inhaled marijuana and might include a “high” feeling, anxiety or nervousness, mood changes, easy laughter, or other changes in behavior. It may also cause drowsiness or dizziness. For these reasons, it’s best if you have someone with you the first time you try the medication and avoid driving.
Because Marinol contains the same compound found in marijuana, it’s important not to smoke marijuana while taking it. Also avoid alcohol and other medications that cause drowsiness, such as barbiturates and muscle relaxants. Because Marinol can cause increased heart rate and anxiety, it’s also best to avoid taking other stimulants such as amphetamines, cocaine and caffeine.
Always talk with your doctor about any concerns you have and be sure she has a list of ALL the medications your taking, including any illicit substances.
So there you have it...It's medicine but only if the man made pharmaceutical companies are the ones who profit from it.
Now for all you people who seem to be so against drugs,why do I all too often hear you touting marinal as an alternative? Do you really think that God or Mother Nature made a big mistake and only the pharmaceuticals could fix it and make it right? Now what kind of message are we sending our youth?
I would love to hear others opinions and comments on this issue.So please, let me hear what you think.Thanks!!
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Permalink Reply by Stillwater Townie on -
And it amazes me when politicians say they can't support legal medical marijuana because of the message that it may send to children that marijuana cam be OK.
So what are kids gonna think when they find out that narcs estimate they only seize around 10% of the underground drug market? I think as a result that kids will think they have been lied to all along about the dangers of illegal drugs. And will think drugs aren't so dangerous, after all, otherwise the government would be doing a lot better than a 10% confiscation rate of protecting them from drugs. And so kids under that impression may think it's OK to mess around with illegal drugs. Not good, in my opinion. Better for illegal drugs be put in a better environment for educating about them and regulating them thru legalization.
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