At Ieso we understand there can be a lot of confusing information out there on medical cannabis and we would like to cut through the noise. One of the most important parts of treatment is to ensure comfort in choosing what is right for the patient. Please view our FAQs found below and speak with a Patient Care Representative at any dispensary. Feel free to contact us with any additional questions.

If you or a loved one is an Illinois resident and suffers from one or more of the qualifying conditions consult with your physician on medical cannabis as a treatment option. A list of the qualifying conditions can be found here.

After a physician certifies that a person has a qualifying condition they must then fill out a medical cannabis patient application and if needed an additional one for a caregiver as well. A caregiver is a person who is registered to make a purchase from a dispensary on behalf of the patient if they need assistance or are unable make it in themselves.

 While the amount of research on this subject has been growing there has been enough success in other states to show that when a state has a medical cannabis program the amount of opiate overdose mortality declines. Commonly used to treat nausea, stimulate appetite, and relieve pain, cannabis has not only helped people with their qualifying conditions but also increased their quality of life in regards to opiate use. While many people may look to replace their medications with a healthier alternative it is important to note that you should not stop taking your prescriptions completely, and if looking to cut down opiate use discuss a safe plan with your physician.

 The only way to truthfully answer that question is to say maybe but not definitely. Different strains of cannabis contain different amounts of the psychoactive compound THC along with other compounds called terpenes. These compounds which are found in many other plants and fruits are responsible for the aroma and flavor of cannabis strains and also play a part in the effects one feels when using cannabis. Each terpene has its own profile and expected effects, when combined the effects can differ depending upon the combination. When it comes to finding what strain works for you a general rule of thumb is to think of them as pheromones, the more pleasant you find the scent of a strain the more likely it will have a beneficial effect for you.

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