Are you familiar with Indian cannabis medicines? If not, then you must have come across a few news clippings or seen some media report about this trendy topic of cannabis. Just in case you are not aware, here are some cannabis facts you should know and some reasons for indulging in its therapeutic use. cannabis is a perennial herb, which is found growing naturally in the north and sub-tropical climates of India, Mexico, South Africa, Australia and Uruguay. It has been used since ancient times for diverse purposes like for gout, coughing, arthritis, nausea, vomiting, constipation, blood pressure and so on.
This medicinal plant contains three main active ingredients THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), CBD (Cannabidiol) and cannabinol (cannabis extract). The major benefit from using these three medicinal plants is that they have distinct medicinal properties, which are not observed with the use of regular cannabis. The major benefit from using medicinal cannabis is that it can be used as an intoxicant, analgesic, cough suppressant, muscle relaxant, slanging agent and appetite suppressing agent. However, cannabis use should always be avoided by pregnant women and children below the age of 18. Otherwise, it has very minimal side effects.
Indian cannabis medicines include Bhringaraj, Laghu-Malini-Vasant, Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Triphala (Three fruits), Yashtimadhuk (Glycerrhiza glabra), Shimla (Cissampelos pareira), Nimba (Azadirachta indica), Chandan (Santalum album) and Kapurkachari (Hedychium spicata). These medicines are used to treat different maladies including lack of energy, sleep disorders, muscle pain, chronic pain, chemotherapy-resistant diseases, nausea, irritability and stress. The most important benefit from using the above mentioned medicinal cannabis preparations is that it can be safely used by patients with all kinds of ailments. In fact, most of the cannabis medicines have been approved for therapeutic use by national health care organizations in India.
Panch-Tikta-Ghrut-Guggulu is a relatively new formula that was discovered by an Indian researcher. This medicine has a lot of benefits, including anti-inflammatory and pain killing properties. This medicine has been successfully used for a wide variety of diseases like rheumatism, gout, anxiety, chronic fatigue, asthma, severe headaches, ulcers, heart conditions, kidney problems, hepatitis, nervous disorders, hormonal imbalances and many more. Panch-Tikta-Ghrut-Gulu is a special type of formula that is blended with Indian medicinal herbs. Its unique property of improving overall metabolism by inhibiting harmful enzymes has been discovered by the research team led by Shashtiplareshwar Ghosh.
Besides these cannabis medicines, there are also many other useful medicines which are used to treat certain ailments. Some of them include Bhadam (Boswellia serrata), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Nimba (Azadirachta indica), Yashtimadhuk (Glycerrhiza glabra), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Guduchi, Kundan (Glycerrhiza glabra), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Rakta Chandan (Pterocarpus santalinus), Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Nimba (Azadirachta indica), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Patol (Tricosanthe dioica), Patha (Cissampelos pareira) and Musta (Cyperus rotundus). These medicines are used to treat many other diseases as well. However, their use is also restricted due to various side effects created by their use in various medicines. Some of these side effects are: memory loss, anxiety, dizziness, nausea, skin allergies, changes in blood pressure, swelling of the face, abdominal pain and numbness. These side effects can be reduced or eliminated by using other medicines available in the market.
Ayurvedic medicines like Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi), Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) and Vacha (Acorus calamus) can also be used as complementary medicines for reducing pain, inflammation and stress as well. Ayurvedic medicines that act on the ‘Rakta’ data (tissue) of the body can also reduce the risk of developing cancer of the lungs, stomach, pancreas or reproductive organs. Medicines like Suvarna-Malini-Vasant, Heerak Bhasma and Suvarna-Sutshekhar-Ras are used to improve the immunity of the body. Herbal medicines which act on the ‘Mansa’ death of the body are very effective in improving the immunity and curing various conditions.
The efficacy of these medicines can be increased if they are taken on a regular basis. It is very important for patients to consult their Ayurvedic physicians while using these medicines. Ayurvedic physicians may also prescribe medicines in combination with certain other ayurvedic medicines. Combination therapy is used to maximize the therapeutic effect of these medicines. In order to achieve maximum benefit from ayurvedic medicines, it is important to follow a strict daily routine and take proper diets, along with a balanced lifestyle.
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