Sativa vs Indica Strains: Understanding the Difference
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5M ago
Plant medicine, sourced from a versatile plant with a rich history, has captured the attention of medical professionals and patients alike for its potential therapeutic benefits. As more patients consider its use, it becomes crucial to understand the diverse array of options available and their respective effects. Quick Summary Plant medicine is comprised of various distinct varieties, categorized into three primary types: indica, sativa, and hybrid. Indica strains are typically known for their relaxing and sedative effects on the body and mind, while sativa strains are associated with energi ..read more
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What Types of Plant Medicine Products Are Available in Australia?
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by Australian Access Clinics
5M ago
The availability of plant medicine products in Australia has expanded significantly in recent years, catering to a wide range of patient needs. Australian plant medicine products come in various forms and strengths depending on the individual needs of patients. Only pharmaceutical, medicinal-grade products can be supplied lawfully in Australia. Plant medicine can be created as a synthetic, man made product or as a natural extract from the plant. The vast majority of prescriptions in Australia are for unregistered plant medicine products through the Special Access Scheme. However, there are cur ..read more
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Plant Medicine for Older Patients
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by Australian Access Clinics
5M ago
Use of plant medicine in older people is increasing. Despite increased risk of side effects due to age-related physiological changes, benefits may outweigh the risks for some, especially when symptoms are not adequately controlled by conventional treatments due to side effects or suboptimal efficacy. Quick Summary Evidence for the efficacy and safety of plant medicine in older people is limited and more research is needed. The risk of side effects from plant medicine is increased in older people due to their impaired metabolism, decreased reserves, higher potential for interactions with other ..read more
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What is Plant Medicine?
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by Australian Access Clinics
5M ago
What is Plant Medicine? Plant medicine is a natural plant derived product that contains over 540 chemical substances. Around 100 of these are active substances called cannabinoids.1 Plant medicine products generally contain one or a combination of two common cannabinoids: CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol).2 THC is known for its psychoactive effects and is often used recreationally for this reason. CBD does not have these psychoactive effects.3 Recently, cannabinoids other than CBD and THC (known as minor cannabinoids) have been shown to provide similar effects, alth ..read more
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Minor Cannabinoids with Major Future Potential
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by Australian Access Clinics
5M ago
The list of minor cannabinoids continues to grow. They have huge potential and may be even more powerful than their major counterparts. Advances in bioengineering of new cannabinoid products may allow minor cannabinoids to be personalised to meet the needs of individual patients. Quick Summary Minor cannabinoids are produced in smaller amounts in the cannabis plant compared to the more common major cannabinoids, CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol). Minor cannabinoids can offer the potential benefits of THC without the associated psychotropic effects. The different compone ..read more
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Medical Marijuana (including CBD Oil) for PTSD
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by Australian Access Clinics
5M ago
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a treatable disorder that affects 12% of all Australians. Limitations of conventional treatment in terms of efficacy and side effects have led to many dissatisfied patients, particularly veterans, seeking alternative treatment options such as medicinal cannabis. Quick Summary PTSD is a condition that varies in symptoms and severity in different people. The ideal treatment for PTSD would be a medicine that can block memory consolidation and the continuous retrieval of a traumatic event, while improving its extinction and reducing symptoms of anxiety. Wh ..read more
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Medical Cannabis and CBD Oil for Endometriosis: Can it Help?
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by Australian Access Clinics
5M ago
Endometriosis affects 1 in 9 Australian women. There is no cure and many report that current treatment options only provide partial relief of symptoms. Recent Australian research from the Western Sydney University have found that medicinal cannabis may be of benefit for people with endometriosis. Quick Summary: At present, there is no known cure for endometriosis, and treatment is usually aimed at controlling symptoms. There is no ‘best treatment’ for endometriosis, as treatments will work differently for each person. Hormonal therapy and pain medicines can be insufficient as it is associated ..read more
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Medical Cannabis and CBD Oil for Migraines – Does It Help?
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by Australian Access Clinics
5M ago
In Australia, around 4.9 million people suffer from migraine. While multiple prescription medicines exist for migraines, they aren’t always effective for many of the migraine sufferers who try them. Medicinal cannabis may have a place in therapy due to the limited tolerability and efficacy of existing migraine medicines. Quick Summary Many migraine medicines have an unfavourable side effect profile, resulting in poor compliance and limited efficacy. There is an overall consensus for the indication of medicinal cannabis therapy in migraines when first and second-line treatment have failed. Use ..read more
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The Complete Guide to Buy CBD Oil in Australia
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by Australian Access Clinics
5M ago
Quick Summary Legal CBD Oil in Australia is only available with a doctor’s prescription. Regulated, legal CBD products are tested for quality, safety and consistency while “green” market products are often mislabelled. Due to increased competition, regulated, legal CBD products are cheaper if not the same price as “green” market products. If your regular doctor is unwilling to prescribe, you can do our quick eligibility test and book in directly with one of our doctors. What Are the Benefits of CBD Oil? CBD is increasingly becoming popular as a therapeutic and wellness product. If you’re loo ..read more
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Medical Marijuana and CBD for Arthritis Pain: Can Cannabis Help?
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by Australian Access Clinics
5M ago
In Australia, 1 in 6 people are living with arthritis, the leading cause of chronic pain. Chronic pain, and arthritis or joint pain are the top two medical conditions treated amongst cannabis users. Current evidence suggests medicinal cannabis is a safe, useful alternative or adjunct therapy for the treatment of joint pain and inflammation due to arthritis. Quick Summary Several studies suggest Medical Marijuana and CBD could help treat arthritis and relieve pain and inflammation. Repeated long-term use of many conventional medicines for arthritis conditions can damage your heart, liver, stom ..read more
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