What is Medical Marijuana in Florida?

Medical marijuana, also known as medical cannabis, is using marijuana, under a doctor’s supervision, to help alleviate symptoms related to medical conditions (not recreational purposes).* Mostly it is used as a supplement to traditional medicine due to the therapeutic properties of the cannabis plant. The active compounds in cannabis – like sativa, has been shown to ease certain symptoms such as nausea, skin irritation, chronic pain and inflammation, and even improve sleep.  The best known active compounds are delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). Medical marijuana comes in many forms.  The most common forms are flowers (which is smoked), then there are concentrates, tinctures and edibles) and our marijuana doctor is here to help you determine which form may work best to help you find relief.

You may recognize products with those active compounds – CBD and delta-9, sold in gas stations, hemp stores, CBD stores and even big box stores like Target. This can be confusing because medical marijuana products may have the same active ingredients as products sold at those type of stores, but there is a difference. Medical marijuana products have higher levels of active ingredients and are regulated to protect consumers. Cannabis products bought outside a dispensary are not regulated and cannot have higher levels of active ingredients. This allows dispensary products to be bought with confidence since they are clearly labelled with percentages of active ingredients. The investment in seeing a qualified doctor and getting a medical marijuana card enables you to safely purchase higher concentration products regulated for safety and dosage. 

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Obtaining a Medical Marijuana Card in Panama City Beach

Cannabis continues to be the most used drug in the world with the tremendous benefits of medical marijuana becoming more known, many states, including Florida, are legalizing the use of cannabis to alleviate symptoms**. Our mission at Thrive Alternative Medicine is to help people find relief, naturally. Our team of professionals believes in the power of natural remedies – like medical marijuana, counseling and other options. Contact us today to determine if you have a condition that qualifies for a medical marijuana card. With personalized recommendations from our doctor, the tremendous benefits of cannabis and other natural remedies can be well within your reach.

Citation link:

* https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/consumer-health/in-depth/medical-marijuana/art-20137855

** https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/common-questions-about-medical-cannabis-202105282467