Who Should Not Take CBD? Interactions & Contraindications

In principle, CBD, a natural cannabinoid of the female hemp plant, is considered harmless and, according to the WHO, has a very good safety profile. However, we humans are all different, and so CBD products can also lead to an interaction or side effect under certain conditions. In this blog article we look into the question “Who should not take CBD?” and try to give you a few answers, including on CBD oil interactions.

CBD – possible side effects

CBD is well tolerated by most people and rarely causes side effects. One factor that can increase side effects is poor quality. Inferior CBD products are usually contaminated with chemicals and do not contain what is stated on the packaging. If, for example, the CBD you bought gets you high, this is above all an indication that the maximum legal THC content has been exceeded. With us you will only find high-quality CBD products, all of which have been checked by external laboratories.

Undesirable effects include: tiredness, dry mouth, dizziness, loss of appetite, diarrhoea and allergic reactions (e.g. a hemp allergy). They usually occur due to a dosage that is too high. We have summarised how to find the right dose for you personally in the article “CBD oil – finding the right dosage”.

Would you like to know which mild side effects CBD can have? Read all about [CBD oil side effects & dosage] here.

CBD oil interactions: who should not take CBD and why

As you know, research on CBD is still in its infancy.

• Pregnant and breastfeeding people
  As researchers do not yet agree on the extent to which CBD is safe during pregnancy, we advise against taking it. The side effects could affect not only the pregnant person, but also the unborn child. As the situation is unclear, we also advise against using CBD while breastfeeding.

• People with liver disease
  Anyone suffering from liver disease or simply from a poorly functioning liver should avoid CBD. Why? CBD is broken down by the liver, in particular by the cytochrome P450 liver enzymes. If you are unsure, please always talk to a qualified healthcare professional before taking it!
• People with low blood pressure
  CBD can have a calming effect and relieve stress. This can also lower blood pressure. However, if you already have low blood pressure or take medication that lowers blood pressure, we likewise do not recommend taking CBD.

• People who take medication regularly
  As an interaction between CBD and medication cannot be ruled out, we recommend talking to a medical professional. On the one hand, taking them together can cause the medication to work differently or even lead to unpleasant side effects. It is important to find out thoroughly in advance.

CBD and children – is that OK?

In Austria, the possession, consumption and sale of CBD is legal as long as the THC content is below 0.3%. A different age restriction applies depending on the product category. For smokable CBD products (hemp flowers, vaporisers, e-cigarettes etc.), the 2019 youth protection regulations set an age limit of 18 and over. CBD-containing cosmetic products or food supplements are not regulated in this respect, at least in Austria.

Certain illnesses, allergies and other lifestyle factors can make taking CBD more difficult. If you are unsure, please be sure to talk to a medical professional.

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