The legalization of marijuana in the 25 states of America is creating a threat over the pockets of several pharmaceutical companies. With the endless rocketing of prescription drug costs, most Americans are now considering alternatives to their popping pills and move towards much healthier choices by using this herb.
The Health Affairs stated that, "Using data on all prescriptions filled by Medicare Part D enrollees from 2010 to 2013, we found that the use of prescription drugs for which marijuana could serve as a clinical alternative fell significantly, once a medical marijuana law was implemented."
The said study was the very first one conducted in order for the people to know and understand the effect of the legalization of the medical marijuana towards doctors, entrepreneurs and its customers. Research published in Health Affairs Wednesday, shows how some claims for prescription medications are declining since marijuana has recently became legal in the US, as posted by the National Public Radio.
People behind the study also added that the possible reason is the effectiveness of the medical marijuana to treat anxiety, depression or chronic pain, making the herb a healthier and cheaper choice as compared to other often-prescribed drugs.
The researchers' conclusion was strengthened because of some information generated through the study that showed how some recommended drugs were not affected. These drugs are those that do not have the same effect like that of the medical cannabis like blood-thinners. Their sales have remained unchanged.
Because of the findings, more and more lawmakers are now expressing their eagerness to embrace the medical cannabis to be legalized in their own locality. In fact, people from Missouri and Florida are already considering and are now planning to come to a vote this November. Because of the demand, a certain federal agency is also in the process of reclassifying the herb under national drug policy just to be able to increase its supply.
