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I am just wondering has or does anybody on here use canabis based products to help control their epilepsy?

As there is nowadays so much research and evidence showing that canabis oil has a positive effect on cancers and other conditions I wonder if anybody has tried it for epilepsy.

I have found websites with research on the subject but thats what the doctors say, but in my mind the real truth is from the individuals that live daily with the condition and would like to know peoples views on… read more

posted August 14, 2016
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I use cannabis almost every day it keeps me calmer which prevents any spells happening.

posted August 15, 2016
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I smoke and use CBD oil. I carry the oil with me all the time and smoke at home. I have been off 2 of my medications because of CBD....I do not care if it is legal or not! I have never felt better to be off the drugs like Keppra and depakote. This is more awesome that I have a doctor that supports me and does not judge!

posted August 17, 2016
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I used to smoke everyday, and I am honestly starting to think its a good idea to start again

posted August 15, 2016
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I do it! Recommended by my doctor! Legal or not!

posted September 17, 2016
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I am really thinking of smoking it again, i know in the eyes of the law its wrong but I dont want to be suffering seizures anymore either

posted September 8, 2016

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