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Medical Cannabis Strains Guide

Think you know everything about Marijuana?

Medical cannabis is available to patients in a number of strains, and there are distinct reasons for the wide selection. Different types of marijuana plants produce different effects, making each strain uniquely effective for treating certain types of pain and medical conditions.

How Do I Know Which Cannabis Strain Is Best for Me?

The two broadest categories of medical cannabis were established by researchers in the 18th century. After noticing physical and chemical differences between plants from different geographical regions, strains were categorized as either Cannabis indica or Cannabis sativa.

Knowing the differences between these and other types of medical cannabis will make it easier for you and our team to identify the best cannabis strains for your unique health symptoms.

Indica Medical Uses

Cannabis products derived from the indica strain are known for their calming and sedating effects. Indica strains typically contain a higher amount of cannabinoids than Sativa strains which is why it is known for more of a relaxation effect for evening use.These effects are why indica-based products are used to treat variety of diseases and illnesses. Indica plants are generally shorter and denser than their sativa counterparts.

Indica Medical Symptoms Relief

  • Anxiety

  • Insomnia

  • Physical pain

  • Muscle spasms

  • Nausea

  • Headaches

  • Seizures

Indica Medical Effects

  • Muscle relaxation

  • Uplifting mood

  • Sleepiness

  • Increased appetite

Popular Indica Cannabis Strains

  • Platinum Kush

  • Grandaddy Purple

  • Bubba Kush

  • Northern Lights

  • Purple Kush

  • Blueberry Kush

  • God’s Gift

  • Presidential OG

  • Skywalker

Common Illnesses and Diseases for Indica Use

  • Cancer

  • Multiple Sclerosis

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Lupus

  • Sleep Apnea

  • Anxiety disorders including: obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), generalized anxiety disorder, and panic attacks

  • Parkinsons Disease

  • Arthritis

  • PMS

  • Inflammation

  • Crohn’s Disease

  • Epilepsy

Sativa Medical Uses

Cannabis products derived from the sativa strain are known for their energizing and uplifting effects. Sativa strains typically contain a higher amount of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) than cannabinoids which causes more euphoria and cerebral effects than Indica strains. Sativa cannabis strains are best for daytime use and socializing. These strains are also known to stimulate creativity and help you focus.Sativa plants are visibly distinct from others due to their tall, thin physical appearance.

Sativa Medical Symptoms Relief

  • Mood swings

  • Fatigue

  • Nausea

  • Increased concentration

  • Stress relief

  • Physical pain

  • Promotes creativity

Sativa Medical Effects

  • Increased energy

  • Uplifting mood

  • Euphoria

  • Focused

  • Happiness

Popular Sativa Cannabis Strains

  • Durban Poison

  • Green Crack

  • Super Lemon Haze

  • Tangie

  • Maui Wowie

  • Pineapple OG

  • Sour Diesel

  • Candyland

  • Jack Herer

  • Island Sweet Skunk

Medical Illnesses and Diseases for Sativa Use

  • Mood disorders including depression and bipolar disorder

  • ADHD

  • HIV/AIDS

  • Glaucoma

  • Alzheimer’s Disease

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Hybrid Medical Uses

Crossbreeding between indica and sativa strains produces hybrid plants. These cannabis products take on a mixture of the properties of their parent plants, so they fall somewhere in between the spectrum of sativa and indica. The unique properties of hybrid strains allows patients to experience even more personalized and effective treatment.

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Some Popular Hybrid Cannabis Strains

Blue Dream, Girl Scout Cookie, OG Kush, GG4, Pineapple Express, White Widow, Trainwreck, Headband, Cherry Pie, Platinum Girl Scout Cookie, Tangerine Dream, LSD

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