Marijuana can also prevent vomiting in patients taking chemotherapy treatment for cancer. It can reduce muscle spasms in people with nerve problems like multiple sclerosis. Federal and state laws generally forbid the sale or possession of marijuana. Marijuana reduces pain and anxiety and stimulates the appetite. It also reduces vomiting for people taking strong medications.
Higher doses reduce anxiety and make users feel good.
People with HIV use marijuana to stimulate appetite and to reduce nausea. Many people with HIV have low appetite. This can be due to fatigue or drug side effects. Low appetite can lead to AIDS wasting. Marijuana stimulates the appetite, preventing these problems.