Cannabidiol: View Uses, Side Effects and Medicines

Cannabidiol

INFORMATION ABOUT CANNABIDIOL

Cannabidiol Uses

Cannabidiol is used in the treatment of epilepsy.

How Cannabidiol works

It’s not known exactly how Cannabidiol reduces the number of seizures people have. During a seizure, the brain sends atypical electrical signals. Cannabidiol may work on certain pathways in the brain to prevent these signals from starting and spreading.

Common side effects of Cannabidiol

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common

Sleepiness, Diarrhea, Decreased appetite, Increased liver enzymes, Tiredness, Weakness, Rash, Sleep disorder

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29 Dec 2023 | 06:56 AM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Cannabidiol

Caneura

₹9374 to ₹9374

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

1 variant(s)

Canabiol

₹14062 to ₹14062

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

1 variant(s)

Clasepi

₹9281 to ₹9281

Akumentis Healthcare Ltd

Expert advice for Cannabidiol

Cannabidiol may cause liver problems. Your doctor may order blood tests to check your liver before you start taking Cannabidiol and during treatment.
Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant while taking Cannabidiol. Your doctor will decide if you should take Cannabidiol while you are pregnant.
Follow your doctor’s instructions for the dose of Cannabidiol to take or give.
Use Cannabidiol within 12 weeks of first opening the bottle. After 12 weeks, safely throw away (dispose of) any Cannabidiol that has not been used.