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The first randomized clinical trial of nabilone for the treatment of fibromyalgia pain was recently conducted at the University of Manitoba in Canada. Nabilone (pronounced NAB ill own) is a synthetic cannabinoid that mimics the main ingredient of marijuana (THC). It is marketed in the U.S., Canad...
Hello Karen
I was actually told by a nurse a couple years ago, who also suffered spinal pain from an on the job injury, that If I would use a substance similar with THC, that It would really help me with my pain?
I didn't of course, as I think that would be grounds for my doctor to refuse my prescriptions for me and I just don't know about this.
Does it come in a tablet or capsule form?? The articles mentioned a milligram amount and so maybe some would try it if it were in a pill form.
I was a teen of the 70's and survived through that without this stuff, I don't know if I personally could use it, but maybe for desperate pain sufferers it would give them some relief.
It's says the FDA has approved it for other medical purpases, so I'm sure it must be ok.
This is the second article I've read on this subject in a very short time, maybe they are seeking out different more effective therapies than what we have now, and that is a great step in the right direction, even if my silly sensibilities could not use it, others could get some great relief and that's what I would hope for.
I just wonder if the knowledge of this helping, may cause some to seek out their own THC in a street form, other than it being an legimate RX, but then again, who knows? ?Some may be doing that already. I guess I'd be interested to know if any have already tried this for a treatment option.
When the nurse mentioned it to me, I got the impression that her knowledge was from self trials.
It's an interesting concept and I'll probably continue to check the articles on the subject.
Thanks
Betty
Hi Betty,
Although the journal article didn't specify, I looked nabilone up on Epocrates.com (a drug reference site) and they described it as a capsule.
I suspect that a number of people with chronic pain conditions have tried or use the natural version of cannibus to treat their pain. Like you, I've always been hesitant about that. I guess some might call me a coward, but I'm just not comfortable going outside the law. I've always thought it was a little silly, though, to create synthetic versions of things that were readily available in natural form – whether it be vitamins or cannibus. But, of course, drug comapnies can't make money on natural products. Also, I'm sure it would be much more difficult to regulate something people can grow themselves.
I hope others reading this will share their experiences and/or opinions on this subject. Please let me know when you find new articles on it.
Karen
I'd love to share my opinions on the use of marijuana for pain. Since I moved here to California it has been something that has been mentioned to me by physicians and family/friends many times and I have done research on the subject. I have been meaning to write a SharePost about this, covering the pharmaceutical types of cannibis available and as well where and how you can legally be prescribed it in the US and Canada. Meanwhile, Betty, if you have any questions feel free to write me a private message or an email (healthcentralstacy@gmail.com).
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stacy
Thank you Karen & Stacy
I've read a couple more articles about the use of Marjuana in treat chronic pain. It seems that they have found that using too much or over doing it, would actually cause more pain. If a person were using a street grade of it and using it in the regular way, then it certainly would be hard to tell which amount would be helpful. I suppose through trial and error, someone could get an idea as to what works best for them, but them you also have to find your way through the differing qualities out ther on the street.
The other thing I wanted to mention, is I don't know if others have pain med contracts with their pm/pc doctors, but mine reads that my doctor has the control of if at any time he wants to do a blood test on me and it comes up with any other drugs or street drugs on it, he can imediately decline to refill my meds on the spot with no other excuse and no questions asked. So I'm possitive that I would not ever try it without his permission. I'm very thorough on the medications I use and list in my pain diary, it includes my occaisional otc nasal spray, and any use of a cold med product, and all Supplements.
I actually have heard from other pain patients that their own doctors have run blood test on them and have found otc products in their system, have not allowed for any explaination and just refused them as patients.
I just though I'd mention it for those who may consider trying this, or those who have already found some relief through this.
It takes approximately 30 days for the THC to be out of your system and people should have full knowledge of the amount of time they may end up with a positive drug test, whether for your doctor or your next employer.
I just though people may want to know
It's certainly an interesting idea?
Betty