{"id":38512,"date":"2025-05-06T06:00:43","date_gmt":"2025-05-06T10:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/?p=38512"},"modified":"2025-10-13T14:58:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T18:58:16","slug":"cannabis-for-eye-conditions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/cannabis-for-eye-conditions\/","title":{"rendered":"Cannabis May Help With More Eye Issues Than Just Glaucoma"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Glaucoma is no joke. The condition increases pressure in the affected eye, causing discomfort and damaging the optic nerve. If left untreated, it can eventually lead to blindness. Don\u2019t believe it? Just ask <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/fetty-wap-on-cannabis-use-and-dealing-with-glaucoma\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fetty Wap, who lost an eye to the condition<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">But it\u2019s not just Fetty. Over<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/vision-health\/about-eye-disorders\/glaucoma.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 3 million Americans have glaucoma<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, and about half of them don\u2019t even know it. Fortunately, glaucoma is manageable if caught early, making routine eye exams important not to miss. If diagnosed, one of the ways you can manage it is with medical cannabis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Cannabis and Glaucoma<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-38515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-andrea-aliverti-311461-9863552-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"close up photo of a human eye\" width=\"794\" height=\"529\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-andrea-aliverti-311461-9863552-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-andrea-aliverti-311461-9863552-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-andrea-aliverti-311461-9863552-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-andrea-aliverti-311461-9863552-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-andrea-aliverti-311461-9863552-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Glaucoma comes from fluid building up in the eye, causing elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). The fluid, called <\/span><b>aqueous humor<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, naturally drains from healthy eyes. When it doesn\u2019t, it accumulates, increasing pressure within the eye until it damages the optic nerve. This damage can lead to partial or complete vision loss, since the optic nerve transmits visuals from the eye to the brain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/medicine\/articles\/10.3389\/fmed.2025.1500179\/full#:~:text=major%20ophthalmic%20pathologies.-,2%20Glaucoma%20and%20the%20endocannabinoid%20system,3%20Uveitis%20and%20the%20endocannabinoid%20system,-Uveitis%20might%20be\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">cannabis helps lower IOP<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> by:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Relaxing the eye\u2019s blood vessels\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reducing the production of aqueous humor\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Increasing trabecular and uveoscleral outflow\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pausing fluid production temporarily decreases pressure in the eye, providing short-term glaucoma relief. THC also helps drain the eye fluid at the same time, decreases inflammation and oxidative stress, and confers neuroprotective effects. Similarly, its oxidized form known as cannabinol (CBN) <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34921975\/#:~:text=Conclusion%3A%20CBN%20promotes%20neuroprotection%2C%20abrogates%20changes%20in%20ECM%20protein%2C%20and%20normalizes%20the%20IOP%20levels%20in%20the%20eye.%20Therefore%2C%20our%20observations%20in%20the%20present%20study%20indicate%20a%20therapeutic%20potential%20for%20CBN%20in%20the%20treatment%20of%20glaucoma.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">shows similar effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> in mice models, but not yet in humans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It\u2019s important to note, however, that CBD may have an opposing effect on eye pressure. In a small clinical study, 20mg of CBD had no effect on IOP, but 40mg of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.lww.com\/glaucomajournal\/Abstract\/2006\/10000\/Effect_of_Sublingual_Application_of_Cannabinoids.1.aspx#:~:text=Conclusions%C2%A0,increase%20IOP%20rise.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">CBD increased eye pressure<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. If you have glaucoma, it may not be wise to add CBD oil to your regimen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Even though THC-dominant cannabis offers short-term relief, many medical organizations and practitioners don\u2019t consider it a primary treatment for glaucoma. Instead, they recommend FDA-approved medications like<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/druginfo\/meds\/a697003.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">latanoprost<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/druginfo\/meds\/a602030.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">bimatoprost<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> eye drops, which provide 24-hour relief with a single daily dose. However, if you\u2019re allergic to these eye drops or simply can\u2019t get them, cannabis may be a suitable alternative.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Keep in mind that THC\u2019s effects on glaucoma are short-lived, with 5mg oral THC lasting around 2\u20134 hours, according to the same small clinical study. This means you\u2019d need to get high around the clock, day and night, to manage the condition with THC alone, which is not practical nor healthy for most people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>READ: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/how-to-get-rid-of-red-eyes-fast-after-smoking-cannabis\/\">How to Get Rid of Stoned Eyes Fast: Quick and Easy Tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><b>Beyond Glaucoma: Other Eye Conditions Cannabis May Help<\/b><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_38514\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-38514\" style=\"width: 787px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38514\" src=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/red-eyes-300x275.jpg\" alt=\"Close up photo of a contaminated eye\" width=\"787\" height=\"721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/red-eyes-300x275.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/red-eyes.jpg 612w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 787px) 100vw, 787px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-38514\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: iStock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Glaucoma isn\u2019t the only eye issue that cannabis may help with. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/medicine\/articles\/10.3389\/fmed.2025.1500179\/full#:~:text=Even%20though%20the%20endocannabinoid%20system%20widely%20modulates%20retinal%20neurophysiology%2C%20it%20is%20believed%20that%20it%20might%20be%20involved%20in%20the%20molecular%20basis%20of%20various%20retinal%20pathologies%2C%20including%20diabetic%20retinopathy%20or%20age%2Drelated%20macular%20degeneration%20(66).\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Research suggests<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> that cannabinoids like CBD and THC may also help with conditions like macular degeneration, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. Let\u2019s take a look at each of these conditions and cannabis\u2019 effects on them.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><b>Diabetic Retinopathy<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Diabetes causes diabetic retinopathy (DR) by damaging blood vessels in the retina. The damage can cause retina leakage, swelling, or blocked blood flow, leading to partial or complete vision loss. Initial symptoms of DR may include blurry vision, floaters, and difficulty seeing at night.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Currently, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/vision-health-data\/prevalence-estimates\/dr-prevalence.html#:~:text=Highlighted%20results,diabetic%20retinopathy%20(DR).\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">over 9 million people<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> in the U.S. have DR, making it a leading cause of blindness in most adults. While prescription drugs can help manage DR\u2019s symptoms, cannabis compounds like CBD have also shown promise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">One preclinical study, published in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">World Journal of Diabetes, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">suggests that cannabidiol (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3083879\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">CBD) might help protect against DR<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> by reducing inflammation, inhibiting adenosine reuptake, and preventing nerve damage in animal models. It does this by boosting the eye\u2019s natural defenses against oxidative stress and stopping the harmful processes that make DR worse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Another study published in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">American Journal of Pathology<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> investigated how<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ajp.amjpathol.org\/article\/S0002-9440(10)62086-X\/fulltext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">CBD affects DR<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> in diabetic animal models. According to this older research, CBD may reduce oxidative stress, inflammation, and cell damage in the retina. The cannabinoid may also strengthen eye blood vessels to prevent leaks and improve overall eye health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">While these findings are promising, researchers still need to conduct clinical trials to confirm CBD&#8217;s effects on humans with diabetic retinopathy. Also, since cannabis affects everyone differently, CBD\u2019s effects on DR may vary between individuals.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><b>Macular Degeneration<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Macular degeneration, or<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/conditions\/age-related-macular-degeneration-amd\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">age-related macular degeneration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> (AMD), is the weakening of the central part of the retina, known as the macula. It causes blurry or reduced vision and is the leading cause of vision loss in older adults. In 2019, about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/vision-health-data\/prevalence-estimates\/amd-prevalence.html#:~:text=Overall%20findings,macular%20degeneration%20(AMD)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">19.8 million Americans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> above 40 had AMD.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">According to one study, compared to non-cannabis users, individuals who used cannabis more than 100 times were <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35753852\/#:~:text=Results%3A%20Subjects,never%20used%20cannabis.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">significantly less likely<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to develop AMD. Also, daily cannabis users had a lower risk of AMD than those who used it less than once a month.\u200b This effect may stem from cannabis\u2019 anti-inflammatory properties slowing retinal damage or its neuroprotective properties preserving retinal cells.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However, the same study found that the heavy cannabis users who eventually developed AMD got AMD approximately eight years earlier than non-users. The mixed results indicate that cannabis\u2019s effects on AMD aren\u2019t yet fully understood and require further research. So, before using cannabis for AMD, you should consult your doctor or an optometrist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lastly, cannabis smoke produces tar that contains carcinogens, which may contribute to AMD later in life. As such, if you plan on using cannabis for AMD, ingesting it instead of smoking may be the safer choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><b>Uveitis<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Uveitis causes inflammation inside the eye, specifically the uvea, which is the middle layer of your eye that includes the iris, ciliary body, and choroid. It may manifest as redness, pain, blurred vision, and light sensitivity and lead to loss of vision if untreated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The condition may be due to an autoimmune disease, infection, or injury, and treatment typically involves steroids and anti-inflammatory drugs. To date, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/medicine\/articles\/10.3389\/fmed.2025.1500179\/full#:~:text=3%20Uveitis%20and,system%20on%20uveitis.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2025 research indicates<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> that endocannabinoids and certain synthetic cannabinoids produce beneficial results in animal models of uveitis. Additionally, 2005 preclinical research into the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/iovs.arvojournals.org\/article.aspx?articleid=2400708\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Cannabinoids in Endotoxin-Induced Uveitis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> showed that CBD may also help with uveitis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In the study, rats with endotoxin-induced uveitis experienced reduced inflammation and less retinal cell death after doses of CBD. The cannabinoid also stopped the activation of proteins that contribute to inflammation and retinal cell damage. While these findings are promising, more research is needed to confirm CBD\u2019s effectiveness as an alternative treatment for uveitis in humans.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Use Cannabis for Eye Health<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Smoking or vaping cannabis gets cannabinoids into your system fast \u2013 within a few minutes. This may provide quick relief for glaucoma and other eye issues. However, smoke from burning cannabis contains tar and other irritants, which can irritate your eyes and worsen existing eye issues. Vaping, on the other hand, produces fewer irritants, making it safer for quick eye relief.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">But note that the effects of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/how-long-does-cannabis-high-last\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">smoking or vaping cannabis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> typically fade within 1 to 3 hours, depending on the dose, potency, and your metabolism. As such, you may need to smoke or vape cannabis every couple of hours to maintain eye relief.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For fast effects without inhaling cannabis, sublingual cannabis tinctures are an excellent alternative. However, if you want longer-lasting relief, ingesting cannabis is the way to go.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Swallowing cannabis edibles may take<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/the-bioavailability-of-cannabis-through-various-delivery-methods\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2 to 4 hours<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to take full effect. But once it hits, the effect can linger for<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/article\/7591435\/heres-what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-eat-edibles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4 to 12 hours<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, depending on your metabolism and dose. This lasting effect reduces how often you have to use cannabis for eye relief throughout your day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">On the downside, dosing can be tricky when ingesting cannabis. Accidentally take too much, and you could spend the whole day being uncomfortably high. Take too little, and you may not experience your desired eye relief.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What about cannabis-infused eye drops? For now, we don\u2019t recommend it. One study found that THC-infused drops<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7763320\/#:~:text=Long%2Dterm%20effects%20of,treated%20and%20untreated%20eyes.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> cause lid swelling and burning<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> in patients without providing any noticeable relief for eye issues. Although THC eye drops are still sold in Jamaica and the Caribbean, their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7763320\/#:~:text=The%20IOP%20lowering%20effects%20of%20delta,efficacy%20and%20safety%20evidence%20%5B72%5D.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">safety and efficacy remain undetermined<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Potential Risks and Considerations<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">While cannabis offers several therapeutic benefits, its effects can vary between individuals \u2013 and even between cannabinoids. That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s crucial to consult a doctor or eye specialist before using it for glaucoma or other eye issues. Your doctor may advise against it if you take certain medications or have a condition that could interact poorly with cannabinoids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Also, using cannabis for eye health may cause temporary side effects like eye redness, dryness, and pressure changes. Lastly, if cannabis is illegal in your state, or you take regular drug tests, using it for your eyes could get you into trouble. So, check local laws and workplace policies before trying it.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Glaucoma is no joke. The condition increases pressure in the affected eye, causing discomfort and damaging the optic nerve. If left untreated, it can eventually lead to blindness. Don\u2019t believe it? Just ask Fetty Wap, who lost an eye to the condition. But it\u2019s not just Fetty. Over 3 million Americans have glaucoma, and about&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":106,"featured_media":38516,"parent":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[259],"tags":[51,13052,17803,15803,17804,7836,16737,10625,17805,17806],"class_list":["post-38512","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-research","tag-cannabinoid","tag-cannabinoid-research","tag-cannabis-for-eye-health","tag-cannabis-for-glaucoma","tag-eye-condition","tag-glaucoma","tag-medical-cannabis-research","tag-red-eyes","tag-thc-benefits","tag-uveitis"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.1 (Yoast SEO v26.1.1) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How Cannabis May Support More Than Just Glaucoma<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Cannabis may help more 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