Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). The symptoms vary, because the location and severity of each attack can be different. Episodes can last for days, weeks, or months. These episodes alternate with periods of reduced or no symptoms (remissions). It could be a very painful situation because of the muscle and nerve atrophy. And Marijuana helps to attenuate this symptoms of this degenerative disease.
Sativex.
In june 21, UK was the first country in the world to approved the sell of the drug Sativex ( GW Pharmaceuticals) ; which is made by natural marijuana. This drug is used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. Specifically, Sativex targets the effects of spasticity, a symptom of MS that causes the loss of mobility and spams that can be painful due of the muscles stiffening.
This drug presentation comes in the form of spray, that can be use inside the mouth, or under the tongue.
Clinical trials show that this drug works in the relief of the symptoms for half of the patients as well that there is not evidence of long-term dependence or tolerance, there was no signs of abuse and many users even reduced the dose when their thought it was needed, said Mark Rogerson, spokesman for GW Pharmaceuticals. Side effects are dizziness and fatigue.
The average price of the treatment with Sativex is 11 pounds per day ($16). Is expected to reach the United States within the next two years.
Marinol.
Is the only medical marijuana treatment available by prescription under federal law, Marinol is made synthetic THC ( sativex is made by extracts of natural cannabis plants) is used for patients that suffer side effects of chemotherapy in cancer treatment and helps to increase the appetite of patients with AIDS. The presentation of this drug is in pills and present some side effects like Confusion, decreased coordination, dizziness, drowsiness, elevated or relaxed mood, headache nausea, stomach pain, trouble concentrating, vomiting and weakness.
The average price of the treatment with Marinol could reach as much 23 dlls per day.
Now, let's talk about business.
There is no doubt, Marijuana works in the treatment of a wide range of diseases, from MS to weight loss on AIDS ( looks like helps Glaucoma, anxiety, some mild depressions and many more) there is plenty of Medical Science studies that shows that Medical Marijuana is not a myth but even more research is needed to understand the properties of this plant. That's why many states in USA are creating a legislation that can cope with the demanding of a drug that can help people to have a high quality of life when they are suffering a disease, a Medical Marijuana Legislation.
The definition of drug with therapeutic value is (dictionary.com) : " a chemical substance that used in treatment, cure, prevention or diagnose of disease, or used to to otherwise enhance physical or mental well-being, as well that the side effects should not be worse than those of the disease on treatment, the drug most be easy to use ( pills, spray, needles, tinctures), have access to the medication, and affordable. Marijuana has all these characteristics.
How much does it cost to plant your own marijuana tree ?
With an investment of 50 dlls, you can get a plant of 6 foot tall, which can yield up to 2 oz of weed, each marijuana cigarette has at least one gram of weed, it means that with 50 dlls, you can have enough weed for two whole months.
America is a nation on drugs.
Have you seen the t.v spots about all this new drugs are coming out in the market, Erectile Disfunction ( ED), migraines, Depression, Parkinson, Alzheimer an so on? Pharmaceutical Companies invest millions of dollars on research to be able to get a drug in the market, some of those drugs have side effects that are even worst than the disease itself (case of anti-depressants, some of them can induce suicidal thoughts)
By this I am not implying that all drugs are bad or have side effects that are worst that the disease itself, many drugs are used in the country and work really well, hundreds of thousands of people have been saved thanks to the creation of new drugs and the developing of new chemicals that are going to save more and more people. Companies are here to make money, hire people and make profit and improve their way of living as well, and there is nothing wrong about it, but everything most be done in a good way, no one taking advantage on any of the parties involve.
But putting all the information on perspective, analyze the current data , understanding it and have an open mind, we should be able to reach a conclusion on the best therapeutic way to help to control and cure some illness.
Medical Marijuana is not the answers for all the diseases, but help on many of them, is cheap, easy to get ( in home !) and so far, all the data shows that is harmless.
But the most important thing is that you make your mind and form you opinion.
NOTE:Medicinal Marijuana Legislation in Florida, looks like, is gonna be in the ballots this november.
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