Marijuana in dispensaries is stronger

Got a prescription for pot?  If you get that filled at a medical marijuana dispensary, you’re likely to get a stronger dose than the doctor prescribed.  A lot stronger.  Doctors typically prescribe 5% THC and a survey of products at dispensaries revealed that the THC level is at 10%.  Side effects such as anxiety and paranoia, plus the tendency to develop a tolerance, increases with dosage.  Don’t think you can inhale a little less to offset the increase in THC, because a single puff of a potent cannabis product could put you over the edge.  You got the pot because you’re anxious and yikes, your anxiety has skyrocketed and now, you’re a little paranoid.  You’re miserable.  If this happens, call your doctor.  Perhaps your dispensary can make changes so that the THC is closer to 5% so you can benefit from it.