Many cannabis studies have been conducted and today it is impossible to ignore its impact on the health of the body and soul. More and more people worldwide have started making use of the medical benefits of the plant to treat a wide range of medical conditions and the subsequent developments in the field. Together with the numerous possibilities, questions on the subject have also increased and many patients struggle with the question of which strain to use. To put things in order, here are the parameters that are important and should be known.
Know the recommended category and dose in your prescription
Just before deciding which cannabis strain to use, it is important to understand your medical prescription. Every cannabis prescription contains reference to the product category recommended by the attending physician and the individual dose suitable for the patient’s medical condition. The category will be a series consisting of the letters C and T with numbers in between ranging between 0-20. The dose is affected by several factors, including medical history, current medical condition and the effects and symptoms to be treated.
For example, if T20C4 is written in your prescription, the strain recommended for you is in a category in which the cannabis strains are characterized by a primary active ingredient called THC in a concentration of 20% and a secondary active ingredient called CBD in a concentration of 4%. The numbers indicate the average concentration (in percentages) of each active ingredient. It is not an exact concentration, but a range only.
Matching the product to your medical indication
THC is the active ingredient in the cannabis plant that helps relieve pain, helps in cases of mood disorders, nausea suppression and other medical uses. On the other hand, CBD assists in improving concentration and quality of sleep, and supports the immune system. A combination of both in varying doses produces different effects for a range of medical cases. Therefore, the medical recommendations in your prescription should be followed.
Different compositions affect the body differently and are suitable for different types of indications: Pain, psychological disorders, neurological and gastrological indications. To choose among the different types, you can consult patients with similar disorders and hear their opinion of the products.
Matching the product to your lifestyle
The different cannabis strains are suitable for use at different times of the day, mainly due to their different effect on the body. The products suitable for the evening, for example, will have soothing and hypnotic properties, whereas the products suitable for use during the day will assist you in maintaining focus and alertness without a hypnotic effect. You should take note of the different effects of each plant and use it at the recommended times to maintain a normal lifestyle.
Once you find the suitable strain for your prescription and medical indication, it is recommended to find pure and safe products grown without any pesticides or chemicals. The recognized growing companies usually also have a positive reputation and are known for their strictness in terms of hygiene, quality and safety.
