Anxiety is a global problem. Many of us suffer from anxiety and have difficulties coping. Medical marijuana is proven to lessen anxiety and bring us a sense of relief. Particularly during this time of year, seasonal-holiday stress is an anxiety trigger and many people feel extremely overwhelmed. Let’s take a look at how medical marijuana can help you with your anxiety.
Regimen
There are many types of medical marijuana out there, and finding the right balance is the key is lessening your anxiety. Your ideal strain, product, dose, and overall regimen will probably be very unique, so it’s best to not compare it with someone else’s. Anxiety is complicated and evolves and changes over time, so you may have to change the way you treat it over time. There are also many different types of anxiety, and medical marijuana may affect each differently.
Medical Marijuana and Anxiety Drugs
The research we have regarding medical marijuana and anxiety drugs are based on studies and patient reports. However, due to the complexity of both anxiety and medical marijuana, it is still best to consult your doctor before making any decisions. Some anxiety drugs that we know interact well with medical marijuana are:
- SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors)—like Prozac, Paxil, Celexa, Zoloft, and Lexapro
- NDRIs (norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitors) like Wellbutrin, Aplenzin, and Forfivo.
Some higher-risk medications are:
- Sedatives (e.g., Xanax, Klonopin, Ambien)
- Tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., imipramine/Tofranil, amitriptyline, doxepin, trimipramine/Surmontil)
- MAOIs (e.g. tranylcypromine/Parnate, phenelzine/Nardil, isocarboxazid/Marplan)
The Right Strain for Anxiety
Our research shows that strains of medical marijuana that blend a higher level of CBD tend to assist patients in combatting anxiety. However, please remember, everyone is different, and talking to your doctor about your specific health issues will help you discover the best type of medical marijuana for your anxiety.
Contact MedWell Health Today!
Do you have questions about getting medical marijuana for your anxiety? Contact us today! MedWell Health & Wellness Centers are Medical Cannabis Evaluation Clinics serving the Massachusetts, Florida, New York, and Rhode Island populations with service options unparalleled in the Cannabis Community. We pride ourselves on the numerous streamlined, and education-based, options that we offer for patients and the community. In addition to our office-based appointments, we are proud to offer on-line evaluations, group evaluations, and community-based educational events. Click here to contact us or give us a call at 866-566-9333. We look forward to working with you.
Aaron Bloom serves as the CEO, overseeing the mission and growth of DocMJ and Medwell Health and Wellness Centers. Aaron’s passion for improving patients’ lives comes from his background in health care. For more than 20 years, Aaron owned, operated, and represented traditional healthcare organizations. This experience created a passion for finding improved ways to relieve suffering. His goal as CEO is to work daily to relieve all patients who seek better health and wellness through the medicinal benefits of medical cannabis and evidence-based alternative medicines.
