Medical Marijuana is legal in Canada; however, despite the legality there are many questions about its use. Is it safe? Is it effective? What are the laws around the legal use of Cannabis in Canada?
If you are considering using medical marijuana Toronto, you have many questions to ask yourself. The first thing to understand is how the product may benefit your particular condition. There are two main cannabinoids in marijuana that have healing effects within the body. The most well-known is THC, but there is a second one, CBD, that also moves marijuana from just a recreational drug to a medicine. Cannabis is considered both safe and effective for managing pain, nausea, and inflammation. Glaucoma patients find that it relieves the discomfort and pain associated with their condition, cancer patients find that it relieves their nausea and assists them in maintaining appropriate body weight by increasing their appetites. Seizure patients use cannabis to reduce the severity, length, and frequency of seizures. It can be used to induce sleep, lessen AdHD, assist PTSD sufferers from their anxiety, and benefit AIDS patients, reducing pain and inflammation.
Once you have determined that your condition might benefit from the use of medical marijuana, the next step is to determine is how to legally use it. The ACMPR, effective August, 2016 is the currently law that permits the use of medical marijuana; however, understanding that law is important.
First your healthcare provider must complete a document for you. Currently, there are 34 licensed providers you can choose from, or under the ACMPR, you may produce your own or designate someone else to produce it for you. If you choose a provider, complete and return their registration form. Supply the provider with your healthcare document and then you will be approved. Licensed providers set their own prices, so it is important to research which provider will work best for your circumstances. If you wish to change providers, you can, however you must follow the right process in order to do so. There is a limit set for the amount of cannabis you can obtain. Under the ACMPR, you are not authorized to sell or give away your marijuana. Further, you are not authorized to process your marijuana into other forms. Knowing the laws can give you the needed confidence to use your prescription for medical marijuana both compliantly and safely.
Ultimately, you and your medical provider are responsible for making the right choices for your health. Many people find that medical marijuana is a safe, effective and responsible choice for managing their pain, nausea, anxiety, and inflammation. Only you can determine if it is right for you.