Does powdered cannabis have a future?

The cannabis can take several forms nowadays: the traditional weed, the hashish, in oil, in concentrates, The product is now available in a wide range of forms, including pot, beverages and even beauty products. Cannabis is now produced in powder form. Visit powdered cannabis uses the same technologist who crushes protein sports drinks or powdered alcohol into powder.

Palcohol and powdered cannabis

Powdered alcohol, known as Palcohol, is made from a chemical called cyclodextrin,which reduces alcohol to a highly concentrated, water-soluble powder. Cyclodextrin is known to absorb other molecules and take on their properties. These molecules can absorb up to 60% of their weight in alcohol, while retaining their powder form. When mixed with water, it dissolves and releases its compounds.

The same process can be applied to the THC. Experiments combining THC and cyclodextrin have shown multiply the solubility of THC in water by 1000. Like alcohol, THC and cyclodextrin combine to create a highly concentrated powder that can dissolve in water. Patients treated with medical marijuana often question the means available for consuming cannabis. Powdered cannabis could potentially provide a more convenient alternative for accessing precious cannabinoids they need.

Another advantage of powdered cannabis is that it can be mixed with more than just water, coarsely in any drink. Or as an ingredient in your next space cake.

The future of powdered cannabis

Powdered cannabis is still in its infancy. Scientists are working to perfect the concentrations and applications of this powder, including the efficacy and safety of its consumption. Alcohol powder had been patented in 1972, and was brought to market in 2014. Patients suffering from cancer, AIDS or multiple sclerosis may have to wait a little longer before they can be treated with powdered cannabis.