{"id":1312,"date":"2012-04-08T07:21:19","date_gmt":"2012-04-08T07:21:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.marijuana.net\/?p=14160"},"modified":"2012-04-08T07:21:19","modified_gmt":"2012-04-08T07:21:19","slug":"tinctures-another-way-to-medicate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cannitrol.com\/blog\/tinctures-another-way-to-medicate\/","title":{"rendered":"Tinctures, another way to medicate"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"wp_fb_like_button\" style=\"margin:5px 0 5px 5px;float:right;height:100px;\"><script src=\"http:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/all.js#xfbml=1\"><\/script><fb:like href=\"https:\/\/cannitrol.com\/blog\/tinctures-another-way-to-medicate\/\" send=\"true\" layout=\"standard\" width=\"450\" show_faces=\"false\" font=\"arial\" action=\"like\" colorscheme=\"light\"><\/fb:like><\/div><p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"465\" height=\"469\" src=\"http:\/\/www.marijuana.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tincture.png\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Tincture\" title=\"Tincture\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"attachment wp-att-14167\" href=\"http:\/\/www.marijuana.net\/news-and-articles\/tinctures-another-way-to-medicate\/attachment\/tincture-2\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-14167\" title=\"Tincture\" src=\"http:\/\/www.marijuana.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tincture-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a>There are many ways of medicating with cannabis.\u00a0 Today, the most common method is smoking, either from a rolled cigarette, pipe, or bong.\u00a0 We&#8217;ve also discussed vaporizing, as its popularity has soared, as well as edibles such as brownies and chocolates.\u00a0 There is yet another way, the use of tinctures.\u00a0 A <a title=\"Tincture\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tincture\" target=\"_blank\">tincture<\/a> is an alcoholic extract or solution of a nonvolatile substance.\u00a0 Tinctures are one of the oldest and simplest ways to medicate.\u00a0 In fact, prior to 1937 (when Marijuana was made illegal) every pharmacy sold cannabis tinctures, and physicians had them on hand at all times.\u00a0 Queen Victoria of England, was even known to use them to treat her menstrual cramps; nobody wanted a crabby monarch on the throne.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"DIY tincture\" href=\"http:\/\/patients4medicalmarijuana.wordpress.com\/medical-use-of-cannabis-video\/marijuana-tincture\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cannabis<\/a> tinctures are relatively easy to make and simple to administer.\u00a0 They are often stored in vials with medicine droppers and dosed out in drops.\u00a0 Depending on the strength of a particular batch, 2-3 drops are all that are needed for relief from disorders.\u00a0 The most effective way is to apply it sublingually (under the tongue).\u00a0 It is absorbed directly through the membranes and blood vessels below the tongue and usually takes effect between 5-30 minutes after application.\u00a0 Some patients complain of a burning sensation when applied also.\u00a0 This is usually caused by the ethanol base of the tincture.\u00a0 Depending on the proof of the alcohol, higher proof equals a bit more burning.\u00a0 In that case, the medicine can be taken orally, swallowed and digested.\u00a0 When used as such, the time lapse before effect will increase because it needs to be absorbed in the stomach and then processed through the liver.<\/p>\n<p>There are several ways of producing cannabis tinctures, but all agree that the higher proof content of alcohol will result in a higher quality medication.\u00a0 <a title=\"Everclear booze\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Everclear_%28alcohol%29\" target=\"_blank\">Everclear<\/a> is the highest proof (190) ethanol that exists on the market, though it is not available in all states.\u00a0 Barring Everclear, Bacardi&#8217;s 151 rum (75% ethanol) is usually easy to find, but rums will impart some of their flavor and coloring to final product.\u00a0 Below that, there are some very high quality vodkas available at 100-120 proof that also work quite well.\u00a0 The next step is to procure some quality herbs and grind them down. Some recipes call for extra fine, and others say a good chopping is all that&#8217;s required.\u00a0 The object here is to increase surface area for the alcohol work on to leech the cannabinoids from the plant into liquid.\u00a0 Flowers, leaves and stems can all be used in the mix.\u00a0 The next step is where most recipes diverge.\u00a0 There are hot or <a title=\"DIY tincture\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cannabisculture.com\/articles\/3005.html\" target=\"_blank\">cold<\/a> preparations and then different &#8220;brewers&#8221; say it should steep for as little as 4 hours to as long as 12 weeks.\u00a0 The longer it steeps, the more time the alcohol has to work.\u00a0 When the proper time has elapsed, the mix should be strained and stored in glass jars in a cool area and out of sunlight.\u00a0 All recipes agree on this, light will have a detriment on the strength of the product.<\/p>\n<p>Patients should also consider what they are seeking to treat when deciding on the strain they select for their tincture.\u00a0 Indica dominant strains work best for cramping and muscle spasticity while Sativas are better for pain relief.\u00a0 These days, as selection is so varied, marijuana.net recommends using our <a title=\"Strain Library\" href=\"http:\/\/www.marijuana.net\/strain-library\/\" target=\"_blank\">strain library<\/a> to help find what is best for you.\u00a0 Also, in states where dispensaries are legal, speak with knowledgeable employees to help find the right type of herb.\u00a0 There are many choices available, with varying percentages of THC and CBD content and those will determine the kind of relief a patient can expect.\u00a0 Also, many dispensaries carry their own processed tinctures.\u00a0 This might be the simplest option for patients because the product should be tested and labelled according to its cannabinoid content.<\/p>\n<p>Overseas patients are better-provided for by <a title=\"GW Pharmaceuticals\" href=\"http:\/\/www.gwpharm.com\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">GW pharmaceuticals.<\/a> A UK based company, their product differs from all other cannabinoid-based pharmaceuticals because it is naturally derived.\u00a0 They have several state-of-the-art (and top secret) facilities for growing and harvesting marijuana plants.\u00a0 GW is the creator of <a title=\"Sativex wiki\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Nabiximols\" target=\"_blank\">Sativex<\/a>, an oromucosal mouth spray being marketed for people suffering from multiple sclerosis. The pros for this medication stand out because it is highly regulated and patients can expect that each dose will be as safe and effective as the last one, as opposed to homemade tinctures which can vary based on strain selection and imperfections in the manufacturing process.\u00a0 On the other hand, it does not contain all the cannabinoids and terpenes found in the cannabis plant, so it won&#8217;t have the same overall effect.\u00a0 Furthermore, it is only available in select countries; these include England, Spain, Canada, Germany and New Zealand. Further availability in Asia and Africa is pending.\u00a0 Though US acceptance and trials are pending, it is not yet available in our country.<\/p>\n<p>Long ago, before tinctures were widespread, marijuana had also been used for medical and religious purposes too.\u00a0 In the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern areas, the cannabis plant was considered to have mystical and holy properties (aside from its hemp-utility too).\u00a0 This oil is described in Exodus and is believed to be made of Myrrh, Sweet Cinnamon, Cannabis, Cassia and the base was olive oil. The Hebrews used it for their <a title=\"Anointing oil\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Anointing\" target=\"_blank\">holy anointing oil<\/a> used for the raising of kings and in many other ceremonies.\u00a0 The Hebrews called such men their kings, in Hebrew it is &#8220;Messiah&#8221; (anointed one) and the Greek word is &#8220;Christos.&#8221; And that is part of the reason how Yeshua of Nazareth came to be called called Jesus Christ.\u00a0 Also, for those who didn&#8217;t know, the <a title=\"Last supper\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Last_Supper\" target=\"_blank\">Last Supper<\/a> was actually a <a title=\"Seder wiki\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Passover_Seder\" target=\"_blank\">Seder<\/a>, one of the <a title=\"Passover wiki\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Passover\" target=\"_blank\">Passover<\/a> dinners.\u00a0 Just a little tidbit of history for our readers in time for the holidays.\u00a0 For those of you out there celebrating, Happy Easter.\u00a0 And for our Jewish readers, Zissen Pesach, Happy Passover!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"465\" height=\"469\" src=\"http:\/\/www.marijuana.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tincture.png\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Tincture\" title=\"Tincture\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"attachment wp-att-14167\" href=\"http:\/\/www.marijuana.net\/news-and-articles\/tinctures-another-way-to-medicate\/attachment\/tincture-2\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-14167\" title=\"Tincture\" src=\"http:\/\/www.marijuana.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tincture-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a>There are many ways of medicating with cannabis.\u00a0 Today, the most common method is smoking, either from a rolled cigarette, pipe, or bong.\u00a0 We&#8217;ve also discussed vaporizing, as its popularity has soared, as well as edibles such as brownies and chocolates.\u00a0 There is yet another way, the use of tinctures.\u00a0 A <a title=\"Tincture\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tincture\" target=\"_blank\">tincture<\/a> is an alcoholic extract or solution of a nonvolatile substance.\u00a0 Tinctures are one of the oldest and simplest ways to medicate.\u00a0 In fact, prior to 1937 (when Marijuana was made illegal) every pharmacy sold cannabis tinctures, and physicians had them on hand at all times.\u00a0 Queen Victoria of England, was even known to use them to treat her menstrual cramps; nobody wanted a crabby monarch on the throne.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"DIY tincture\" href=\"http:\/\/patients4medicalmarijuana.wordpress.com\/medical-use-of-cannabis-video\/marijuana-tincture\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cannabis<\/a> tinctures are relatively easy to make and simple to administer.\u00a0 They are often stored in vials with medicine droppers and dosed out in drops.\u00a0 Depending on the strength of a particular batch, 2-3 drops are all that are needed for relief from disorders.\u00a0 The most effective way is to apply it sublingually (under the tongue).\u00a0 It is absorbed directly through the membranes and blood vessels below the tongue and usually takes effect between 5-30 minutes after application.\u00a0 Some patients complain of a burning sensation when applied also.\u00a0 This is usually caused by the ethanol base of the tincture.\u00a0 Depending on the proof of the alcohol, higher proof equals a bit more burning.\u00a0 In that case, the medicine can be taken orally, swallowed and digested.\u00a0 When used as such, the time lapse before effect will increase because it needs to be absorbed in the stomach and then processed through the liver.<\/p>\n<p>There are several ways of producing cannabis tinctures, but all agree that the higher proof content of alcohol will result in a higher quality medication.\u00a0 <a title=\"Everclear booze\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Everclear_%28alcohol%29\" target=\"_blank\">Everclear<\/a> is the highest proof (190) ethanol that exists on the market, though it is not available in all states.\u00a0 Barring Everclear, Bacardi&#8217;s 151 rum (75% ethanol) is usually easy to find, but rums will impart some of their flavor and coloring to final product.\u00a0 Below that, there are some very high quality vodkas available at 100-120 proof that also work quite well.\u00a0 The next step is to procure some quality herbs and grind them down. Some recipes call for extra fine, and others say a good chopping is all that&#8217;s required.\u00a0 The object here is to increase surface area for the alcohol work on to leech the cannabinoids from the plant into liquid.\u00a0 Flowers, leaves and stems can all be used in the mix.\u00a0 The next step is where most recipes diverge.\u00a0 There are hot or <a title=\"DIY tincture\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cannabisculture.com\/articles\/3005.html\" target=\"_blank\">cold<\/a> preparations and then different &#8220;brewers&#8221; say it should steep for as little as 4 hours to as long as 12 weeks.\u00a0 The longer it steeps, the more time the alcohol has to work.\u00a0 When the proper time has elapsed, the mix should be strained and stored in glass jars in a cool area and out of sunlight.\u00a0 All recipes agree on this, light will have a detriment on the strength of the product.<\/p>\n<p>Patients should also consider what they are seeking to treat when deciding on the strain they select for their tincture.\u00a0 Indica dominant strains work best for cramping and muscle spasticity while Sativas are better for pain relief.\u00a0 These days, as selection is so varied, marijuana.net recommends using our <a title=\"Strain Library\" href=\"http:\/\/www.marijuana.net\/strain-library\/\" target=\"_blank\">strain library<\/a> to help find what is best for you.\u00a0 Also, in states where dispensaries are legal, speak with knowledgeable employees to help find the right type of herb.\u00a0 There are many choices available, with varying percentages of THC and CBD content and those will determine the kind of relief a patient can expect.\u00a0 Also, many dispensaries carry their own processed tinctures.\u00a0 This might be the simplest option for patients because the product should be tested and labelled according to its cannabinoid content.<\/p>\n<p>Overseas patients are better-provided for by <a title=\"GW Pharmaceuticals\" href=\"http:\/\/www.gwpharm.com\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">GW pharmaceuticals.<\/a> A UK based company, their product differs from all other cannabinoid-based pharmaceuticals because it is naturally derived.\u00a0 They have several state-of-the-art (and top secret) facilities for growing and harvesting marijuana plants.\u00a0 GW is the creator of <a title=\"Sativex wiki\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Nabiximols\" target=\"_blank\">Sativex<\/a>, an oromucosal mouth spray being marketed for people suffering from multiple sclerosis. The pros for this medication stand out because it is highly regulated and patients can expect that each dose will be as safe and effective as the last one, as opposed to homemade tinctures which can vary based on strain selection and imperfections in the manufacturing process.\u00a0 On the other hand, it does not contain all the cannabinoids and terpenes found in the cannabis plant, so it won&#8217;t have the same overall effect.\u00a0 Furthermore, it is only available in select countries; these include England, Spain, Canada, Germany and New Zealand. Further availability in Asia and Africa is pending.\u00a0 Though US acceptance and trials are pending, it is not yet available in our country.<\/p>\n<p>Long ago, before tinctures were widespread, marijuana had also been used for medical and religious purposes too.\u00a0 In the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern areas, the cannabis plant was considered to have mystical and holy properties (aside from its hemp-utility too).\u00a0 This oil is described in Exodus and is believed to be made of Myrrh, Sweet Cinnamon, Cannabis, Cassia and the base was olive oil. The Hebrews used it for their <a title=\"Anointing oil\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Anointing\" target=\"_blank\">holy anointing oil<\/a> used for the raising of kings and in many other ceremonies.\u00a0 The Hebrews called such men their kings, in Hebrew it is &#8220;Messiah&#8221; (anointed one) and the Greek word is &#8220;Christos.&#8221; And that is part of the reason how Yeshua of Nazareth came to be called called Jesus Christ.\u00a0 Also, for those who didn&#8217;t know, the <a title=\"Last supper\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Last_Supper\" target=\"_blank\">Last Supper<\/a> was actually a <a title=\"Seder wiki\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Passover_Seder\" target=\"_blank\">Seder<\/a>, one of the <a title=\"Passover wiki\" href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Passover\" target=\"_blank\">Passover<\/a> dinners.\u00a0 Just a little tidbit of history for our readers in time for the holidays.\u00a0 For those of you out there celebrating, Happy Easter.\u00a0 And for our Jewish readers, Zissen Pesach, Happy Passover!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1291,1292,968,52,330,1293,1289,1294,1295,137,1296,56,9,1297,1298,51,1290,1299,1300,142,1301,1302,1,3,18,1303,1304,1305],"tags":[3861,3862,3539,2632,2908,3863,3859,3864,3865,2715,3866,2636,3867,3868,2631,3860,3869,3870,2720,3871,3872,2622,3873,3874,3875],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/cannitrol.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1312"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/cannitrol.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/cannitrol.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cannitrol.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cannitrol.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1312"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/cannitrol.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1312\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/cannitrol.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1312"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cannitrol.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1312"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cannitrol.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1312"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}