How to Take CBD Oil for Parkinson's

Seeking Medical Advice

See your doctor to discuss CBD oil and other Parkinson’s treatments. Since CBD oil has not been shown to provide relief from Parkinson’s symptoms such as tremors, poor balance, stiffness, and slowness, your doctor will likely advise you to take or continue taking a prescription medication. However, you can discuss taking CBD oil in addition to prescription medications. Some of the medication options available for Parkinson’s include: Carbidopa-levadopa Dopamine agonists MAO B inhibitors Catechol O-methyltransferase (COMT) inhibitors Anticholinergic Amantadine

Ensure that CBD oil will not interact with your other medications. CBD oil can decrease a medication’s effectiveness or increase the effects of a drug. Make sure that you tell your doctor what medications you take, including prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs. Some of the medications that may interact with CBD oil include: Antidepressant medications, such as fluoxetine, citalopram, and other selective serotonin inhibitors Anti-epileptic medications, such as clobazam, topiramate, and rufinamide Anti-psychotics, such as risperidone Blood thinners, such as warfarin Antacids, such as omeprazole NSAIDs, such as diclofenac Antifungals, such as ketoconazole

Stop taking CBD oil and see a doctor if you develop new symptoms. Most people only notice sedation or drowsiness while taking CBD oil, but in rare situations, CBD oil can cause adverse effects. Watch for side effects after you begin taking CBD oil. Stop taking it and call your doctor if you develop: Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Dry mouth Fatigue Loss of appetite and weight loss Worsening of Parkinson’s symptoms

Follow up with your doctor whether or not CBD oil helps. If CBD oil helps to reduce symptoms and promote a higher quality of life for you, let your doctor know. If taking CBD oil does not help you in any noticeable way, talk with your doctor about your other treatment options. Warning: The effects of taking CBD oil over the long term are unknown, so be sure to check in with your doctor regularly while you are taking it.

Choosing a CBD Oil Product

Check the Certificate of Analysis (COA) before buying CBD oil. CBD oil manufacturers obtain COAs to use as proof that their product is high in quality. A product’s COA includes information about the CBD and THC levels plus information about any contaminants detected in lab tests of the product. Never buy CBD oil products from a manufacturer who refuses to share their COA or who does not have one. A lab with high scientific standards for their testing practices will meet “ISO 17025” standards, so look for this information on the product’s COA.

Administer sublingual CBD oil spray or drops for fast-acting option. Sublingual CBD oils and sprays are those that you take by placing them under your tongue. This allows the medication to bypass your digestive system. As a result, sublingual CBD oil only takes about 15 to 30 minutes to start working. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for how to take the sublingual CBD oil.

Try CBD oil capsules for a pre-measured dose in pill form. You can swallow a CBD oil capsule to get your daily doses. This is a good option if you want a more precise dose. However, be aware that it will take 30 to 90 minutes for the CBD oil to take effect because it will have to pass through your digestive system first. Look for capsules in a low dose so that you can gradually increase it as needed.

Eat foods or beverages that contain CBD oil for a slow-release option. You can purchase many different types of CBD edibles, such as candies, baked goods, and beverages. Eating CBD oil is a convenient way to take it, but it is a slower delivery route. It will take about 30 to 90 minutes for CBD oil to get into your bloodstream and take effect. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for how to get the desired dose of an edible product.

Inhale CBD oil using a vape pen for a quick way to get take it. After inhaling the CBD oil vapor, it will take effect within minutes. Use a vaporizing device to inhale the CBD oil. You can purchase these devices at vaping supply stores or online. Make sure that you follow the manufacturer’s instructions for how to get the desired dose. Inhaling vaporized CBD oil is fast-acting, but you’ll need a dose every 2-3 hours to keep it in your system.Warning: Be aware that vaping can have adverse effects on your health. Some people have even died as a result of vaping-related illnesses.

Selecting a Dosage Amount

Avoid high doses of CBD oil if you do not want to feel sleepy. Doses of CBD oil between 150 to 600 mg may produce a sedative effect. If you want to avoid feeling tired, start with a lower dose and gradually increase it until you find what works best for you. For example, you could start with 40 mg daily split into two evenly spaced doses of 20 mg and increase each dose by 10 mg per day as needed.Tip: Don’t increase your daily dose of CBD oil once you find the level that works best for you. People don’t develop a tolerance to CBD oil like other medications, so the same dose should continue to work.

Take a dose of 150 mg per day for Parkinson’s psychosis. Taking 150 mg of CBD oil each day may be effective at alleviating some of the neurological symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Try building up to this dose gradually to see if it helps you. For example, you could begin by taking 50 mg per day spread between two 25 mg doses, and increase your daily dose by 50 mg per day until you are taking 150 mg daily in two 75 mg doses or three 50 mg doses spread evenly throughout the day.

Include a dose of 75 to 300 mg per day for sleep issues. Taking between 75 to 300 mg of CBD oil may be helpful for patients who are experiencing nightmares and who tend to act out their dreams while sleeping. If this is something you’re dealing with, try taking a dose of 75 mg of CBD oil daily. Stay on this dose for a few days to see if it helps, and then gradually increase it up to a maximum of 300 mg daily. For example, you could take three 25 mg doses spread evenly throughout the day, then increase that to three 50 mg doses spread throughout the day, then three 75 mg doses spread throughout the day, and then three 100 mg doses spread throughout the day if needed.Tip: If you find that the sleep disturbances stop on a lower dosage of CBD oil, do not continue to increase the dose.

Do not exceed 300 mg per day as this may worsen tremors. Taking 300 mg per day may improve your overall quality of life, but taking more than this amount could lead to a worsening of your Parkinson’s symptoms. If you reach the point where you are taking 300 mg per day and it is not helping your symptoms, talk with your doctor to discuss other options.