Medical Cannabis for Bronchitis

Does Marijuana Help Bronchitis?

Coughing. Spasms. Shortness of breath. Pain. Relentless mucus production. These are a few of the nasty symptoms of chronic bronchitis, as well as temporary bronchitis. Some studies have shown that cannabis may act as a bronchodilator. So shouldn’t cannabis be used as a remedy for bronchitis symptoms?

A systematic review of the evidence concluded that cannabis may relieve the symptoms of pulmonary diseases, like bronchitis. But long-term smoking of marijuana can increase the risk of damage to the lungs and pulmonary system.

Research is ongoing, and data is still limited. The outlook, though, is so promising that the American Lung Association is encouraging more research into its use to treat pulmonary disease.

Please: Talk to your doctor before trying cannabis to ease your bronchitis symptoms.