Cannabigerol is a chemical found in the Cannabis sativa plant. It does not affect thinking like some of the other chemicals in this plant.
Cannabigerol may affect certain chemicals in the body to lower cholesterol, protect the brain and nerves, and reduce swelling.
There is interest in using cannabigerol for abnormal levels of cholesterol or blood fats, Huntington disease, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and to stimulate appetite.
Is It Effective?
There is interest in using cannabigerol for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
Is it Safe?
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if cannabigerol is safe or what the side effects might be.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if cannabigerol is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Medications for high blood pressure (Antihypertensive drugs)
Interaction Rating=Moderate Be cautious with this combination.
Cannabigerol might lower blood pressure. Taking DHA along with medications that lower blood pressure might cause blood pressure to go too low. Monitor your blood pressure closely.
Cannabidiol (CBD): Cannabigerol might reduce the anti-nausea effects of cannabidiol.
Herbs and supplements that might lower blood pressure: Cannabigerol might lower blood pressure. Taking it with other supplements that have the same effect might cause blood pressure to drop too much. Examples of supplements with this effect include andrographis, casein peptides, L-arginine, niacin, and stinging nettle.
There are no known interactions with foods.
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of cannabigerol might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
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