Medication Ratio

Medical Marijuana is dosed based on the ratio of THC to CBD

• Equal THC & CBD (1:1) - This is a balanced approach. Usually where patients start
• High THC : Low CBD (20:1) - For patients that require larger doses for relief
• Low THC : High CBD (1:20) - For patients that experience side effects from THC

The exact ratios, strengths and concentrations vary by product formulation and dispensary

Approved Formulations

Tinctures - Liquid or oil preparations dissolved in alcohol intended for mucosal administration

• The medication is held in the cheek or under the tongue allowing the drug to diffuse directly into blood stream
• Has quick onset of action that occurs in minutes
• Effect lasts 4 -6 hours

Vapors - Liquid or oil preparations intended for inhalation

• Process where the plant extract is heated at precise temperature allowing the therapeutic ingredients to be changed into vapor
• Reduces many of the potentially harmful toxins that are normally present in marijuana smoke
• Has a quick onset of action (seconds)
• Effect lasts for about 2 -3 hours (up to 4 hours)
• Usually used for breakthrough symptoms

Syrups or Capsules - For oral administration

• Have a slow onset of action
  • takes about 30 -60 minutes to feel effect
• Effect lasts between 6 -8 hours (up to 12 hours)
• Recommended for severe and chronic symptoms
• Syrups usually contain sweeteners such as sugar

Smoking Marijuana is NOT approved by New York State