Everything You Need to Know About CBD

CBD, or cannabidiol, has begun gaining a lot of popularity over the last few years. It is a vital component found in medical marijuana. Most of us have seen it advertised online for purchase without a license or prescription. Cannabidiol is produced directly from the hemp plant and is said to not have any psychedelic effect on sobriety. However, it can be derived from marijuana, posing some confusion on what CBD really is. CBD supposedly does not pose a risk for abuse or dependency if it is in a pure form. There is also no indication that any public health problems arise from the use of pure CBD.

There are side effects that have been found from the use of CBD. These include feeling tired, exhibiting grumpiness, and experiencing queasiness. It can interact with other medications you may be prescribed. Cannabidiol, in conjunction with certain medications, can increase the effects of those medicines, just as grapefruit juice can.

Side effects aside, CBD has been thought to aid with many ailments. Anxiety may decrease with use. CBD can help you to fall asleep and stay asleep longer. It decreases inflammatory and neuropathic pain. Cannabidiol aids epilepsy syndrome by seizure frequency reduction.

Is CBD Legal and Can It Cause Me to Fail a Drug Screen?

The federal government has yet to legalize CBD, even though all 50 states have. In fact, the federal government classifies CBD and cannabis in the same category, as a Schedule I drug and subject to the highest level of regulation. In December 2015, the FDA began to encourage trials for CBD by decreasing the regulatory requirements. It is important to note that not every state has legalized CBD to the same extent as each other. Check with your state’s specific laws and remember that federally cannabidiol still is not fully legalized.

Cannabidiol regrettably can make you fail a drug screen. People have even lost their jobs due to utilizing them. Drug tests do not look specifically for CBD. Instead, the compound that your body generates during the metabolization of THC is looked for on these screens. So why would you fail for CBD? Online retailers and in person stores are allowed up to 0.3% of THC in the CBD products. As you continue to utilize cannabidiol, your body may build up these amounts leading you to fail a drug test. There have even been individuals who claim they have failed drug tests after taking CBD products labeled as “THC free.”

Where to Turn When the Drinking or Use Becomes Too Much to Handle on Your Own

Anything can become an addiction. If you are suffering from misuse of any substance, an alternative recovery center may be the best fit for you. Discovery Place in Burns, Tennessee is just a phone call away at 1-800-725-0922. Let us be part of your sober journey. Our alternative drug and alcohol recovery programs can be enrolled in 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Kick your addiction to cannabis, stimulants, opioids, alcohol, and other illicit drugs today! Join us in one of our long term residential or 30-day programs. We know that family is a big part of your recovery process, so we also offer programs to aid with family support.