Cannabis Flashcards
The two main cannabinoids
delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD)
What is delta-10?
Delta-10 is a cannabinoid found in trace amounts in the cannabis plant. Like regular THC—delta-9—it can get you high, but it is less potent than delta-9. This makes it similar to delta-8, another cannabinoid that is less potent than regular THC.
What’s the difference between delta-8 and delta-10?
To create both versions of THC, CBD oil is first extracted from hemp. The resulting oil is processed into either delta-10 THC or delta-8 THC.
What are the effects of delta-10?
it is much less potent than regular delta-9. delta-8 is more like an indica and delta-10 is more like a sativa. They have two very different vibes to them. People who want to use a sleep aid, as an example, have used delta-8, [whereas] delta-10 gives you more creativity or perspective.”
Delta-8-THC
is a mildly euphoric isomer of psychoactive delta-9-THC. Delta-8-THC is typically synthesized from cannabidiol (CBD) extracted from hemp. The reaction often yields a high percentage of delta-8-THC,
CBD
Non psychoactive
Works with CB1 receptors
Found in high concentrations in the hemp plant
Mainly used medicinally (few recreational benefits)
Low probability of CBD showing up on drug test
Delta-8 THC
Could show up on a drug test
Mellow psychoactive properties
Can be used both medicinally and recreationally
Much rarer than CBD, very small concentration naturally occurring in hemp plant
Works on CB1 and CBD2 receptors
How does Delta-8 THC work?
Structurally, Delta-8 THC closely resembles that of a naturally occurring endogenous cannabinoid neurotransmitter in the brain called anadamine. Anandamide can affect areas of the brain that impact everything from pleasure and sensory perception, to memory, thinking, and concentration. Since Delta-8 THC is so structurally similar to anandamide, it can stick to and activate the cannabinoid receptors of the brain responsible for these various mental and motor functions.
What are cannabinoids?
The word cannabinoid refers to every chemical substance, regardless of structure or origin, that joins the cannabinoid receptors of the body and brain and that have similar effects to those produced by the Cannabis Sativa plant.
Cannabinoids are a group of substances found in the cannabis plant.
The main active cannabinoid in marijuana is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
What does CBD do to the brain?
CBD’s neuroprotective effects are related to its effect on CB2 receptors in the brain. CBD acts on CB2 receptors to create anti-inflammatory responses in immune cells located in the brain. This reduces the extent to which damage to the brain is caused by inflammation.
RSO
is full extract cannabis oil preserving the plants cannabinoids and terpenes making it a part of our entourage line, providing patients with whole plant benefits.
Named after a well-known activist from Canada, Rick Simpson Oil (commonly referred to as RSO) is a potent Full Extract Cannabis Oil (FECO) made to treat very chronic conditions, and related to the need for relief. Our RSO is not hemp-derived, which accounts for its greater purity.
Nanomedicines
such as our TruNano Tinctures, get their name from the size of the individual cannabinoid molecules that are present. Our Nanomedicines start as high purity cannabinoid oil and experience a process called sonication. Sonication is when high-frequency sound waves transform liquids by gently pulling apart the groups of molecules until they have reached nanoscopic scale. For scale, a Hydrogen atom is just 0.1nm (nanometers).
How do cannabinoids work?
The human body naturally produces some cannabinoids through the endocannabinoid system. They act in a similar way to neurotransmitters, sending messages throughout the nervous system.
These neurotransmitters affect brain areas that play a role in memory, thinking, concentration, movement, coordination, sensory and time perception, and pleasure.
How are concentrates made?
Marijuana concentrates can be made in a commercial environment with modern equipment or prepared in a home setting.2 They are produced in various ways, including:
dry processing
dry ice processing
water-based processing
combining pressure with heat
using nonflammable carbon dioxide solvents
using flammable solvents, including butane (lighter fluid), propane, ether or alcohol1
Points to Remember
Cannabis plants are covered by microscopic, mushroom-shaped, hair-like compounds called trichomes which surround the budding marijuana flower and produce the plant’s cannabinoids.
Trichomes can be collected and made into concentrates, including extracts and dabs.
Concentrates can contain very high levels of THC, the psychotropic ingredient in marijuana.
Concentrates can be vaporized and inhaled using a vape pen or by dabbing.
Concentrates can be made in commercial settings or in a home through several methods, including dry ice- and water-based processing and the use of solvents.
Using flammable solvents, such as butane, propane, ether or alcohol, is popular because it produces high THC levels, longer-lasting effects, and it’s relatively inexpensive.
Using butane as a solvent produces the potent marijuana concentrate butane hash oil (BHO).
Exposure to high levels of THC increases the risks of physical dependence and addiction. Higher doses of THC are more likely to produce anxiety, agitation, paranoia, and psychosis.
Contamination with pesticides and residual solvents that weren’t fully removed during production is a concern. People who use BHO likely inhale some butane and other impurities along with the vaporized THC.
