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Complementary / Alternative Treatments

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Salisbury, AU

Does anyone use medical marijuana (CBD oil) for treating juvenile myoclonic seizures? The medicine I take now doesn't completely work, and I'm seeking new treatment options.

October 10, 2016
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I will warn you now, some Neurologists are very closed minded to this still so keep that in mind and go loaded with facts read up on it. knowledge is power. :-)

February 23, 2017
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I just started Cannabis treatment with dryfor my Migraines and CBD oil for my seizures, its not like buying the street stuff at all i really don't feel high. it is an investment at first but in the long run it will Hopefully) pay for itself. I am based out in montreal canada and its legal accross the country but you need a card to prove its medical it comes with your first order.

January 29, 2017
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I have been so skeptical on the use of any "weed supplements". I have been doing a lot of research and was given much helpful information to make my final decision on trying CBD. I was given, projectCBD.org & leafly.com to assist with educating me on product usage/research.
What really got me was being told about Dr. Ethan Russo author of "A tale of two Cannabinoids". https://www.theroc.us/researchlibrary/Russo_A%2...

As well as this information about him. FYI he is a Neurologist... from UofW and other
https://cannabisclinicians.org/ethan-russo-md/

I'm on 5 epilepsy meds, which are ripping my insides apart (14yrs now) & tearing my self esteem to shreds... I am unsure of how this will turnout, on day 2. But I am more hopeful with the CBD than all my Rx's put together

July 17, 2017
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Thanks for the info that's amazing! I could only wish but alas I'm still on big pharma drugs, but weaning off the pro levatiracetam, its a horrible drug that turns you into the type of person you can't stand.

March 20, 2019
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I use medical marijuana. I no longer take any other medication. It’s been over 10 years since I had a seizure. I used to average 1 per month. Diet and rest play a major part too.

February 20, 2019

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