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Originally Posted by Idiopathic PN
I read that the right strain could treat cancer, but if its used for pain, specifically nerve pain, is it for treatment or is it just to mask the pain. My concern about it is, does it reach a level where it will no longer be effective -- just like pain killers??
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Are we talking about PN or cancer?
If by treatment you mean, "Will MM stop the neuropathy and regrow damaged nerves?" then no.
Gabapentin & Lyrica have upper limits beyond which more will not be effective. Opioids have no such upper limits, but have other serious risks associated with high doses.
Chronic marijuana users/abusers can build tolerance, but that tolerance can be negated/reversed by stopping usage for a few days, and there is no physical withdrawal. It is virtually impossible to OD on MM alone, though
interactions are possible.
Side effects will depend on the individual and the strain (or blend of strains).
Doc