A new cannabis-infused vaginal suppository has gone on sale in the US, claiming to ease the agony of period pains.
The tampon-shaped capsule is said to harness the pain relieving properties of marijuana 'without a psychotropic (high) effect'.
Menstrual cramps, or dysmenorrhea, are throbbing or cramping pains in the lower abdomen.
During a woman's menstrual period, the uterus contracts.
Hormone-like substances, known as prostaglandins, involved in pain and inflammation trigger the uterine muscle contractions.
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But,
while the product is available on sale, it has not yet been evaluated
or approved by the US Food and Drug Adminstration, which regulates
medications.
A
statement on the Foria website, says: 'Our intention is to share the
powerful medicinal properties of this plant while utilizing modern
extraction techniques to standardize purity and potency, thereby
ensuring a safe and accessible experience for all women.'
The
suppositories contain 60mg of THC,or tetrahydrocannabinol, the chemical
responsible for most of marijuana's psychological effects.
In addition the product contains 10mg of cannabidiol, another active ingredient in the drug, and cocoa butter.
The manufacturers claim THC helps to block pain while the cannabidiol works with the immune system to reduce inflammation.
'Through
the use of a suppository theses antispasmodic and pain relieving
properties go directly to the area in need of relief,' the Foria website
adds.
'The plant medicine works with your body to gently, yet profoundly, shift your unique experience in a holistic and natural way.'
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