Lupus
Lupus is a chronic auto-immune inflammatory disease that causes symptoms specific to each individual patient. It is more common among Asians and Blacks and there is, as yet, no known cure.
Lupus and Your Endocannabinoid System
Medical Cannabis Guidelines
Lupus often has disease flares with long periods of comfort between the flares. Using cannabis for symptoms early in the onset of a flare, and on a regular basis during painful periods, may provide the most benefit.
DOSING STRATEGY
For patients new to cannabis or sensitive to THC, starting low and going slow and/or balancing with therapeutic CBD will help with the intoxicating effects of THC.
Desired Effect
Anti-InflammatoryActive Compound
THC [38, 55, 70], THCA [39], CBD [22, 38, 41],B-Caryophyllene [54, 55], Myrcene [55]
Delivery Method
Pulmonary, Sublingual, Oral, Topical (localized relief)
Desired Effect
Panic ReliefActive Compound
CBD:THC 2:1 Ratio(Based on clinical observation)
Delivery Method
Pulmonary, Sublingual
