Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can cause blindness. With all types of glaucoma, the nerve connecting the eye to the brain is damaged, usually due to high eye pressure. The most common type of glaucoma (open-angle glaucoma) often has no symptoms other than slow vision loss. Angle-closure glaucoma, although rare, is a medical emergency and its symptoms include eye pain with nausea and sudden visual disturbance. Treatment includes eye drops, medications, and surgery. While glaucoma cannot be cured, but you can stop it from progressing. It usually develops slowly and can take 15 years for untreated early-onset glaucoma to develop into blindness. However, if the pressure in the eye is high, the disease is likely to develop more rapidly.

Of all of the cannabinoids examined, CBN has demonstrated the most optimal effect of neuroprotection. Furthermore, CBN also demonstrated intraocular pressure reduction capability. An example of the effect of glaucoma on field of vision. There are studies to test the ability of CBN to provide protection to the neurons at the back of the eye, referred to as “neuroprotection”, and reduce the intraocular pressure in the eye. Doctors have compared several cannabinoids, including CBD and THC, to determine which cannabinoid was the best candidate for the treatment of glaucoma. Of all of the cannabinoids examined, CBN demonstrated the most optimal effect of neuroprotection. Furthermore, CBN also exhibited intraocular pressure reduction capability.

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Glaucoma is a condition in which pressure is placed on the eye, causing inadequate fluid drainage. There are two main types of Glaucoma, primary and secondary. Primary Glaucoma is caused by the eye’s inability to drain through the filtration angles and is characterized by high pressure within the eye, dilated pupil, cloudy appearance in the eye, enlargement of the eye and vision loss.

Secondary Glaucoma is caused by eye infections and is characterized by inflammatory debris visible in the eye, constricted pupil, sticking of the iris to cornea or lens, headaches and loss of appetite. Treatment for Glaucoma in pets include different types of optical surgeries and prescribed medications.

Medications used to treat Canine Glaucoma include Betaxolol, Methazolamide, Pilocarpine, Latanoprost and Mannitol. Each prescribed medication contains negative side effects that include headache, dizziness, insomnia, gastrointestinal disturbance,tachypnea, vomiting, diarrhea, increased salivation, increased urination, coughing, and pulmonary edema. CBD (cannabidiol) is a non-psychoactive chemical compound derived from the hemp plant known for its potential therapeutic effects.

Studies found that CBD may be able to reduce intraocular pressure in dogs with glaucoma as well as help protect some cells in the eye against glaucoma.

CBD may also help manage the pain and discomfort caused by Canine Glaucoma since it contains natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. The SoCal Hemp co tincture can be given to your dog to help alleviate symptoms of Glaucoma. Dosing will depend on your dog’s weight, dogs 1lb to 60lbs would use the 600mg tincture and dogs 61lbs to 150lbs would use the 1200mg tincture. Always consult your Veterinarian before starting your furry friend on a new treatment.

Our team of specialists are always available to provide you with education and assist you with any questions regarding CBD.

Glaucoma is a condition that causes damage to your eye’s optic nerve and gets worse over time. It’s often linked to a buildup of pressure inside your eye. Glaucoma tends to be inherited and may not show up until later in life. Symptoms include but are not limited to blurred vision, halos around eyes, severe eye pain, headache, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.

Common treatments include eye drops, medication, laser surgery or a combination of all three. Side effects from Glaucoma medications can cause droopy eyelids, stinging, eye redness, itching, decreased blood pressure, fatigue, shortness of breath, and depression.

Since the 1970’s, studies have shown that CBD can alleviate glaucoma-related symptoms because they lower the intraocular pressure and have neuroprotective actions. Research shows that using CBD can decrease intraocular pressure by 25 to 30 percent.

Many scientists believe that CBD could be very useful in treating and possibly preventing glaucoma. CBD does not cause any side effects or long-term use complications which makes it a safe alternative from glaucoma medications. CBD continues to show promise in helping relieve those uncomfortable symptoms due to many different medical conditions.

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