Hemp Oil
Hemp oil can be used for a variety of conditions such as heart disease, osteoporosis, arthritis. Hemp oil comes from the seeds of a plant of the Cannabis sativa L. species.
Hemp Oil Overview
Hemp oil is obtained by cold-pressing the seeds of a plant of the Cannabis sativa L. species.
Orally, hemp oil is used most often for heart disease, osteoporosis, arthritis, and inflammatory disorders. Oral forms of hemp oil are thought to work by providing the body with a unique source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. These fatty acids are essential for human growth and development and may be important in the prevention and treatment of some chronic diseases.
Topically, hemp oil is used in some cosmetic and body care products for its moisture-retention qualities. Topical hemp oil is thought to work by providing the skin with essential fatty acids which may soothe and restore the skin.
There are no reports of significant side effects with hemp oil use.
Uses
Orally, hemp oil is used most often for heart disease, osteoporosis, arthritis, leukemia, infections, and inflammatory disorders.
Topically, hemp oil is used in some cosmetic and body care products for its moisture-retention qualities.
Hemp oil has not been proven effective for all of the uses listed above. Hemp oil may be used for other conditions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Side Effects of Hemp Oil
There are no reports of significant side effects with hemp oil.
This is not a complete list of hemp oil side effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
Hemp Oil Interactions
No drug interactions have been determined by the manufacturer. However, you should tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Not all interactions are known or reported and new drug interactions are continually being reported.
Hemp Oil Precautions
Special precautions & warnings:
- Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using hemp oil if you are pregnant, breast-feeding, or trying to become pregnant.
- Consuming hemp oil may result in a THC-positive drug screen. THC content can vary between different hemp oil products. Consult with your physician or pharmacist before taking hemp oil.
