THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE CHOOSING PLANT-BASE TREATMENTS 

Trava Health Clinic and Dispensary does not promote the exclusive use of medical plant derived alternatives. At present, there is limited evidence about the effectiveness of a variety of plant derived medicinal products including medicinal cannabis for use in different medical conditions. There is also little known about doses of individual plant derived products.  

Doctors rely on evidence to make informed decisions about the best medications for their patients. For medicinal cannabis (plant derived medicinal alternatives), the amount of evidence is currently limited and the products, doses and research methods used vary between studies. There is also limited information available to help doctors determine the most appropriate and SAFE doses while minimising potential SIDE EFFECTS.  

Plant derived products are not registered in Australia. ​The use and supply of these alternative treatments (i.e. medicinal cannabis, like oils, tinctures, extracts (e.g., CBD oil) raw and/or dried) are regulated by State and Territory legislation and only accessible through Special Access Scheme pathways.

Much like other medications, plant derived alternatives can affect each person differently, due to factors such as size, weight, health, dosage, tolerance and age. Medicinal plant derived alternatives might not work for you, and you might experience side-effects. For medical advice, please refer to your doctor. Medicinal plant derived alternatives in Australia are regulated by the Therapeutic Goods Administration and can only be prescribed by certified medical professionals. More details about plant derived medicines as a prescribed medicinal alternative can be found on the TGA website.  

Please consider the following:

• Medical plant derived alternative medicines are generally considered an experimental or investigational drug and in many cases, there is limited data from which to draw specific recommendations for treatment. For more information you can visit the Therapeutic Goods Administration of the Australian Department of Health and Ageing website.
• Medical plant​ derived alternative medicines are in general not registered in Australia for all conditions by the Therapeutic Goods Administration of the Australian Department of Health and Ageing, and as such arrangements to access these treatments is to be made through Special Access Scheme pathways.
• Medical plant​ derived alternative medicines, their benefits and harms in children, pregnancy and breast-feeding are not well investigated. 
• Medical plant​ derived alternative medicines may interact with any current medications and cause side effects from these medications. 
• Possible side-effects of Medical plant​ derived alternative medicines, especially with Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), may include and are not limited to: Asthenia (abnormal physical weakness or lack of energy), Confusion, Disorientation, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Vertigo, Sleepiness, Sedation, Balance problems, Coordination, Memory problems, Diarrhoea, Dry Mouth, Fatigue, Hallucinations, Anxiety, Paranoid thoughts, Increased appetite, Vomiting or Nausea, Cannabis use disorder, Cognitive impairment, Chronic bronchitis (if inhaled/smoked), Nausea, Light-headedness, Uncontrolled laughter or Euphoria. 7. Ensure you aware and adhere to any laws relating to the operation of any: vehicle; boat; aircraft; machinery; or other regarding use of THC or MC and blood, serum, saliva, or other levels. 
• Ensure you fully understand how the law applies to your use of prescribed Medical plant​ derived alternative medicines,  with driving, working and/or travel plans.