HIV/AIDS
There have been significant advances in treating HIV/AIDS since the emergence of the disease a few decades ago, however patients still face significant challenges in managing a variety of symptoms that commonly include pain, nausea, loss of appetite, anxiety, and depression. According to research, almost 25% of HIV/AIDS patients use cannabis to manage these symptoms. [45, 48]
HIV/AIDS and Your Endocannabinoid System
Medical Cannabis Guidelines
For patients who are new to cannabis, it's important to "start low and go slow" to avoid uncomfortable levels of intoxication with THC. Microdosing is a great option when it comes to THC--starting at 1 mg and increasing slowly until you find the dose that works best for you. Combining THC with CBD increases both tolerance to intoxication and effectiveness.
DOSING STRATEGY
Start low and go slow to avoid uncomfortable intoxication.
Desired Effect
Anxiety ReliefDelivery Method
Pulmonary, Sublingual, Oral
Desired Effect
Appetite EnhancementActive Compound
THC [1, 14, 62]Delivery Method
Pulmonary, Sublingual
Desired Effect
Nausea ReliefDelivery Method
Sublingual, Pulmonary
Desired Effect
Panic ReliefActive Compound
CBD:THC 2:1 Ratio(Based on clinical observation)
Delivery Method
Pulmonary, Sublingual
Desired Effect
Depression ReliefDelivery Method
Pulmonary, Sublingual, Oral
