Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) in Butler County, Kentucky: The Complete Guide by OilWell Cannabis
Understanding Rick Simpson Oil in Butler County
Who is Rick Simpson?
Rick Simpson was born in 1949 in Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada. He was not a doctor, scientist, or medical professional. He was a power engineer and maintenance worker — a blue-collar tradesman whose path into cannabis advocacy began not with research but with personal suffering and a deep distrust of the medical system that failed him. For folks here in Butler County who’ve been let down by conventional medicine, Simpson’s story might hit close to home. We see it all the time — patients from Morgantown and throughout the Green River region who’ve been told there’s nothing more that can be done, or who’ve cycled through prescriptions that did more harm than good.
In 1997, while working at a hospital in Moncton, New Brunswick, Simpson fell from a scaffolding and suffered a serious head injury. The aftermath included persistent tinnitus, dizziness, and a constellation of post-concussion symptoms that conventional medicine could not adequately resolve. According to Simpson, the medications he was prescribed either failed to help or made his condition worse. He reported that cannabis provided more relief than anything his doctors offered, but when he asked his physician to support or prescribe cannabis, the request was refused .
Simpson’s interest in concentrated cannabis oil deepened after he learned about a 1974 study funded by the National Institute of Health and conducted at the Medical College of Virginia, in which THC was reported to slow or shrink tumors in mice. That study — originally intended to demonstrate harm — became a foundational reference point in Simpson’s later advocacy, even though its findings were never replicated in controlled human cancer trials .
The pivotal moment in Simpson’s story came in 2003. He reported that three bumps on his arm were diagnosed by his doctor as basal cell carcinoma. Rather than pursuing conventional treatment, Simpson applied concentrated cannabis oil directly to the lesions, covered them with bandages, and waited. According to his account, the bumps disappeared within four days. No independent medical verification of this outcome has been published, and no biopsy confirmation or clinical follow-up has been documented in any peer-reviewed source. Nevertheless, this personal experience became the origin story of Rick Simpson Oil and the foundation of everything that followed .
Important context: Simpson’s account is presented here as his personal testimony. The absence of clinical documentation, controlled observation, or independent medical confirmation means these events cannot be evaluated as medical evidence. They are, however, historically significant as the catalyst for a global movement.
The crusade — spreading the oil
After his 2003 experience, Simpson committed himself fully to producing and distributing concentrated cannabis oil. Operating out of his property in Maccan, Nova Scotia, he began making the oil in large quantities and giving it away for free to cancer patients and others in his community. He charged nothing. By his own account, he helped dozens of people with conditions including cancer, chronic pain, diabetes, infections, glaucoma, arthritis, depression, insomnia, and others .
Simpson’s story reached a global audience through the 2005 documentary Run From The Cure, directed by Christian Laurette. The film documented Simpson’s claims, showed testimonials from people he had treated, and framed his work as a grassroots challenge to pharmaceutical and governmental interests. It was distributed freely online and became one of the most widely shared cannabis advocacy films of its era. Within cannabis communities, it was foundational — for many people, Run From The Cure was their introduction to the concept of concentrated cannabis oil as medicine .
Simpson’s advocacy brought him into direct conflict with Canadian law. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) raided his property in 2005, seizing plants and equipment. He was charged with cannabis cultivation, possession, and trafficking. Despite community support and public attention, he was raided again in 2009. He was acquitted on some charges but convicted on others. Facing continued legal pressure, Simpson eventually left Canada and relocated to Europe, living in Croatia and later the Netherlands, where he continued his advocacy from abroad .
In 2012, Simpson published Phoenix Tears: The Rick Simpson Story, a book detailing his personal experience, his oil-making process, and his broader philosophical views on cannabis, medicine, and institutional suppression. He also maintained phoenixtears.ca as his primary online platform for information and advocacy .
Throughout his public career, Simpson’s position remained consistent and uncompromising: he maintained that cannabis oil — particularly high-THC oil made according to his specific method — could cure cancer and many other diseases, and that pharmaceutical companies, government agencies, and medical institutions were actively suppressing this knowledge to protect their financial interests. He framed his work not merely as health advocacy but as a fight against institutional corruption .
Important context: Simpson’s conspiratorial framing is noted here without endorsement or dismissal. It reflects a worldview shared by many in the early cannabis movement and is relevant to understanding why RSO became culturally significant.
The traditional RSO protocol — Simpson’s 60-gram, 90-day regimen
Simpson’s core treatment recommendation was a structured oral protocol designed to deliver a total of 60 grams (approximately 60 mL) of concentrated cannabis oil over a period of roughly 90 days. He described this as a cancer treatment protocol, though he also recommended it for numerous other conditions. The following is a detailed breakdown of the protocol as Simpson described it .
Goal
Consume 60 grams of concentrated, high-THC cannabis oil over approximately 90 days. Simpson considered this the minimum amount necessary for a serious cancer treatment course.
Titration schedule
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Week 1: Begin with a dose approximately the size of half a grain of dry rice — roughly 10 to 15 milligrams of oil — taken three times per day (morning, afternoon, and before bed). Total daily intake during this phase: approximately 30 to 45 milligrams. Simpson emphasized that the initial doses should be very small to allow the body to begin adjusting to the psychoactive effects of THC.
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Weeks 2 through 5: Double the dose approximately every four days. The purpose of the slow ramp-up was to build THC tolerance gradually and minimize disruption from the psychoactive effects. By the end of this escalation period — roughly four to five weeks in — the target was to reach approximately 1 gram (1,000 milligrams) of oil per day, divided into three roughly equal doses.
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Weeks 5 through 12: Maintain the full dose of approximately 1 gram per day, divided into three doses of roughly 333 milligrams each, and continue until the full 60 grams have been consumed. At this dosing level, the remaining 50-plus grams of oil would be consumed over the final seven to eight weeks.
Administration methods
- Primary method — oral: Simpson recommended placing the dose directly under the tongue (sublingual) or swallowing it. He considered oral ingestion the most important route for systemic absorption and the primary method for internal cancers and other systemic conditions.
- Secondary method — topical: For skin cancers and external lesions, Simpson recommended applying the oil directly to the affected area, covering it with a bandage, and changing the bandage every three to four days. He combined topical application with oral dosing for skin cancers.
- Not recommended as primary — inhalation: Simpson did not recommend smoking or vaporizing the oil as a primary treatment method. He acknowledged inhalation for immediate symptom relief (pain, nausea) but maintained that the oral route was necessary for the sustained, high-dose exposure he considered therapeutically essential.
Tolerance and the psychoactive effects
- Simpson maintained that patients would develop significant tolerance to the psychoactive effects of THC within approximately three to four weeks of consistent dosing at escalating levels.
- He considered the euphoric, sedating, or disorienting effects a minor and temporary side effect and strongly urged patients not to let the high discourage them from continuing the protocol.
- He recommended that patients take their initial doses at night or before bed to sleep through the most intense psychoactive effects during the early titration phase.
- Simpson also recommended that patients avoid driving or operating machinery during the titration period and that they inform family members about what to expect.
Post-protocol maintenance
- After completing the full 60-gram course, Simpson recommended a maintenance dose of approximately 1 to 2 grams of oil per month, taken indefinitely.
- He considered this ongoing low-dose maintenance important for long-term health and cancer prevention.
- Simpson indicated that maintenance dosing was much lower than the treatment dose and that patients who had completed the full protocol would have sufficient THC tolerance to handle it comfortably.
Dietary and lifestyle recommendations
Simpson also advocated for dietary changes alongside the oil protocol, including reducing sugar intake, avoiding processed foods, and improving overall nutrition. He was not specific or systematic about dietary protocols compared to his highly detailed oil protocol — dietary advice was secondary and general.
Important context for evaluating this protocol
This protocol was designed by one person based on his personal experience and anecdotal observations. It was not developed through clinical trials, dose-finding studies, pharmacokinetic modeling, or any formal research process. Several critical points apply:
- No controlled trial validation. There are no published randomized controlled trials, cohort studies, or even well-documented case series evaluating this specific 60-gram/90-day protocol for any cancer type or any other condition.
- Assumes crude, unstandardized material. The 60-gram quantity assumes a single-strain, THC-dominant extract with no standardized potency. Actual THC content per gram of traditional RSO varied widely depending on the starting plant material and extraction technique.
- Very high THC exposure. At the peak dosing phase, patients were consuming roughly 1 gram of high-THC oil per day. Assuming traditional RSO contained 60 to 90 percent THC, this translates to approximately 600 to 900 milligrams of delta-9 THC per day — a dose far exceeding anything studied in controlled clinical settings. For context, the FDA-approved synthetic THC drug dronabinol is typically dosed at 2.5 to 20 milligrams per day.
- Real risks at these doses. Consuming 600 to 900 milligrams of THC daily carries serious risks including severe intoxication, impairment, anxiety, panic, tachycardia, hypotension, and cannabis use disorder. These risks are well-documented in the GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section of this document [1][13][14][15].
- Oncology context. Patients with active cancer are often medically complex. Using unregulated, unstandardized cannabis oil as a primary cancer treatment — potentially in place of proven therapies — introduces harm that extends beyond the oil itself.
What is traditional Rick Simpson Oil — the product
Traditional RSO refers to the specific type of concentrated cannabis oil that Simpson made and advocated for. It was defined not by lab specifications or regulatory standards but by his method and materials. The following describes the product as Simpson produced it .
Source material
Simpson used high-THC, indica-dominant cannabis strains. He specifically favored heavy, sedating indica genetics and generally recommended against sativa-dominant strains for cancer treatment, believing that indica strains produced better therapeutic outcomes. He grew his own cannabis or sourced it from growers he trusted. There was no strain standardization — the starting material varied by availability and growing season.
Extraction solvent
Simpson originally used naphtha — a petroleum-based solvent commercially available as lighter fluid, Varsol, or similar products. He later also endorsed 99 percent isopropyl alcohol as an acceptable alternative. He explicitly warned against using other solvents, including butane or acetone, due to safety and purity concerns. Neither naphtha nor isopropyl alcohol is a food-grade solvent, which is a significant safety issue discussed further below.
Extraction process
- Dry or semi-dry cannabis plant material was placed in a container (typically a bucket).
- The material was covered with solvent and agitated or stirred for several minutes to dissolve cannabinoids and other fat-soluble compounds from the plant.
- The solvent was poured off through a filter, typically cheesecloth or a similar mesh material, into a separate collection vessel.
- The process was repeated a second time with fresh solvent on the same plant material to extract remaining cannabinoids.
- The combined solvent washes — now a dark, cannabinoid-rich liquid — were placed in a rice cooker or similar open-vessel heating device.
- The solvent was evaporated at relatively low heat. Simpson recommended a rice cooker specifically because it maintains a temperature range that evaporates the solvent without exceeding the point at which cannabinoids degrade significantly. However, this temperature was still high enough to decarboxylate THCa into THC and to destroy most volatile terpenes.
- As the solvent evaporated, a thick, dark oil remained at the bottom of the vessel.
- The final oil was transferred into oral syringes for storage and dosing.
Appearance and physical characteristics
Traditional RSO was an extremely dark — nearly black — thick, viscous, tar-like oil. It had a strong cannabis odor and could carry a faint solvent-residual smell depending on how thoroughly the solvent was purged. The consistency was sticky and difficult to handle at room temperature but became more fluid when warmed slightly.
Cannabinoid profile
- Primarily decarboxylated delta-9 THC. The heat involved in solvent evaporation converted essentially all THCa in the extract into delta-9 THC. Traditional RSO was therefore an activated, THC-dominant product.
- Naturally occurring minor cannabinoids. Whatever CBD, CBN, CBC, CBG, and other minor cannabinoids the source strain contained were present at their natural ratios, but these were not controlled, measured, or targeted.
- No ratio control. There was no ability to adjust or standardize specific cannabinoid ratios. The profile was entirely determined by the genetics and growing conditions of the source plant.
- Estimated THC content. Depending on starting material, traditional RSO likely ranged from approximately 60 to 90 percent total THC by weight, though this was never lab-verified in the traditional production context.
Terpene content
Minimal to none. The combination of solvent extraction (which dissolves terpenes into the solvent along with cannabinoids) and the subsequent high-heat evaporation process (which volatilizes terpenes at temperatures well below cannabinoid degradation thresholds) meant that traditional RSO was effectively stripped of its terpene content. This is a significant distinction from modern formulations that deliberately preserve or reintroduce terpenes.
Standardization and testing
None. Every batch of traditional RSO was different because it depended entirely on the starting plant material, growing conditions, solvent purity, extraction technique, evaporation temperature and duration, and the individual maker’s process. Simpson operated before cannabis legalization and the standardized lab-testing infrastructure that came with it. There was no Certificate of Analysis, no cannabinoid quantification, and no contaminant screening.
Residual solvent risk
This is one of the most significant safety concerns with traditional RSO production. Naphtha and isopropyl alcohol are not food-grade solvents. Naphtha in particular is a complex mixture of petroleum hydrocarbons that may contain benzene, toluene, and other compounds classified as toxic or carcinogenic. Incomplete solvent purging — which is very difficult to verify without lab testing — leaves potentially harmful residues in the finished oil. Modern extraction methods use food-grade ethanol or supercritical CO₂ specifically to address this problem.
Simpson’s claims vs. the evidence record
Rick Simpson made expansive therapeutic claims about his oil. He stated that RSO could cure cancer — including terminal cases — and that it was effective against diabetes, chronic pain, infections, glaucoma, arthritis, depression, insomnia, multiple sclerosis, and numerous other conditions. He was adamant, consistent, and public about these claims throughout his advocacy career .
It is important to evaluate these claims against the actual evidence base, using the same standards applied throughout this document.
What Simpson was not
Simpson was not a scientist, physician, pharmacologist, or researcher. He had no formal training in medicine, oncology, pharmacology, or clinical research methodology. He never designed, conducted, funded, or published a clinical trial. He never submitted his results to peer review. His entire evidence base consisted of personal experience, self-reported patient outcomes, and testimonials gathered informally — with no controls, no independent verification, no imaging confirmation, no long-term follow-up, and no blinding.
What the preclinical literature shows
The preclinical cannabinoid-cancer literature does exist, and it is scientifically interesting:
- In vitro studies have demonstrated that THC and CBD can induce apoptosis (programmed cell death), inhibit proliferation, and reduce angiogenesis (blood vessel formation that feeds tumors) in certain cancer cell lines .
- Animal model studies have shown some tumor-growth inhibition in mice and rats treated with cannabinoids .
- These findings have generated legitimate scientific interest and ongoing research.
What the preclinical literature does not show
- These findings have not translated into proven human cancer cures. The gap between in vitro or animal results and human clinical outcomes is vast, well-documented across all of oncology research, and especially relevant here.
- No human clinical trial has demonstrated that RSO or any cannabis oil preparation cures cancer.
- Several small human trials of cannabinoids in cancer contexts (particularly glioblastoma) have been conducted, but they have been exploratory, small, and have not produced the kind of results that would support cancer-cure claims .
Institutional positions
- The U.S. National Cancer Institute (NCI) acknowledges that cannabinoids have been studied for potential anticancer effects in laboratory and animal models but does not endorse cannabis or cannabis oil as a cancer treatment .
- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved any cannabis plant product for the treatment of cancer. The only FDA-approved cannabinoid-related products are for other specific indications: Epidiolex (CBD) for certain seizure disorders and dronabinol/nabilone (synthetic THC analogues) for chemotherapy-related nausea and AIDS-related wasting [1].
- Health Canada has never approved RSO or cannabis oil as a cancer cure.
- NCCIH explicitly states that the strongest cannabinoid evidence is for rare epilepsies, chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting, and appetite-related indications in HIV/AIDS — not cancer cure [1].
What Simpson got right
Simpson drew attention to cannabinoids as a serious area of biomedical research at a time when most of the world was ignoring or actively suppressing that conversation. His advocacy — however scientifically imprecise — helped create the political, cultural, and social conditions for the legal cannabis industry and the cannabinoid research infrastructure that exists today. He was among the first to bring concentrated cannabis oil to widespread public awareness, and the term RSO itself remains the most recognized name for full-spectrum cannabis extract in the consumer vocabulary. These contributions are real and historically significant.
What he overstated
The leap from preclinical signals to cancer cure was not supported by human evidence when Simpson made it, and it is not supported now. Encouraging patients — particularly cancer patients — to rely on RSO as a primary treatment in place of proven oncologic therapies (surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy) carries genuine harm potential. Delayed or foregone treatment for treatable cancers is a documented concern in the alternative-medicine literature. Simpson’s absolute certainty about curative claims, while understandable from a personal-experience perspective, exceeded what the evidence could support and still exceeds it today.
The legacy of Rick Simpson and the evolution of modern RSO
The term RSO is now used broadly — and often loosely — across the legal cannabis industry. Many products labeled as RSO bear little resemblance to what Simpson originally made. In dispensaries today, RSO can refer to almost any full-spectrum cannabis extract sold in a syringe format, regardless of extraction method, cannabinoid profile, terpene content, or intended use. The term has become generic .
Simpson himself has been critical of commercial products that use the RSO name while departing significantly from his original method and philosophy. He has publicly stated that many products sold as RSO do not meet his standards and that the commercialization of cannabis oil contradicts his original intent. Simpson’s model was explicitly anti-commercial — he gave the oil away for free and urged others to make their own rather than buy from companies .
This philosophical tension is worth acknowledging. Simpson believed in a do-it-yourself, free-access model in which anyone could grow cannabis, extract the oil, and treat themselves or their loved ones without corporate or governmental intermediaries. The modern cannabis industry has done something very different: it has commercialized, standardized, and regulated what Simpson distributed for free. Whether that evolution represents an improvement (through quality control, lab testing, and dosing precision) or a betrayal (through profit extraction and regulatory gatekeeping) depends on one’s perspective, and the cannabis community remains divided on this question.
What is not in dispute is that modern RSO has evolved substantially from its origins, and those changes are directly relevant to the formulas in this document.
Traditional RSO vs. modern formulated RSO
The following table summarizes the key differences between traditional RSO as Simpson defined it and the modern formulated approach used in OilWell’s products.
| Dimension | Traditional RSO | OilWell formulated RSO |
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| Source material | Single high-THC indica strain | Multi-cannabinoid blend from multiple sources |
| Extraction method | Naphtha or isopropyl alcohol | Modern food-grade ethanol or CO₂ methods |
| Cannabinoid profile | THC-dominant, uncontrolled | Seven defined cannabinoids at specific ratios |
| Terpene content | Destroyed by high-heat process | Live terpenes at 5% with defined seven-terpene profile |
| Standardization | None — every batch different | Lab-tested with specific mg/mL targets |
| Lab testing | Not available or performed | Full panel testing |
| Residual solvents | Significant risk with naphtha | Controlled and tested |
| Dosing precision | Approximate, syringe-based | Measured per mL with known cannabinoid content (553 mg/mL) |
| Product formats | Single thick oil only | Sublingual oil and vape cartridge with format-specific formulas |
| THCa preservation | No — fully decarboxylated by heat | Yes — THCa included as a separate ingredient at 1,500 mg |
| Evidence approach | Anecdotal, personal testimony | Research-backed, evidence-weighted |
Why OilWell’s formulas diverge from traditional RSO
OilWell’s formulations are not traditional RSO. They are informed by the RSO tradition but depart from it in several deliberate, evidence-motivated ways.
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Multi-cannabinoid approach. Traditional RSO relied on whatever single strain the maker grew or sourced. OilWell’s formulas intentionally include seven cannabinoids — CBD, CBG, delta-8 THC, THCa, delta-9 THC, CBN, and CBC — because the entourage-effect literature suggests potential benefit from cannabinoid diversity, even though robust clinical proof of whole-formula synergy remains limited [20][29].
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Terpene preservation and addition. Traditional RSO had essentially no terpene content due to solvent and heat destruction. OilWell includes live terpenes at 5 percent with a specific seven-terpene profile — limonene, myrcene, caryophyllene, pinene, linalool, humulene, and terpinolene — because terpene bioactivity is plausible and supported at the preclinical level, even if human clinical confirmation for cannabis-specific terpene effects is still developing [20][21][23][24][25][26][27][28][29].
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THCa as a separate ingredient. Traditional RSO fully decarboxylated everything, converting all THCa into delta-9 THC. OilWell’s sublingual formula includes THCa at 1,500 mg as a distinct ingredient, preserving the acidic precursor because the THCa literature suggests potentially relevant non-psychoactive bioactivity that is lost when THCa converts to THC [12].
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Reduced delta-9 THC dominance. Traditional RSO was overwhelmingly delta-9 THC — often 60 to 90 percent of total cannabinoid content. OilWell’s sublingual formula uses delta-9 THC at only 90 mg while incorporating delta-8 THC at 6,000 mg and distributing the remaining cannabinoid content across CBD (4,500 mg), CBG (3,000 mg), CBN (750 mg), and CBC (750 mg). This reflects the broader cannabinoid research landscape rather than a single-compound dominance model.
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Product format innovation. Simpson envisioned only one format: an oral oil administered from a syringe. OilWell offers both a 30 mL sublingual oil and a 1-gram vape cartridge, each with its own format-specific formulation acknowledging that different delivery routes have different pharmacokinetic profiles [14].
Solvent safety and extraction evolution
Traditional RSO production used naphtha or isopropyl alcohol — neither of which is food-grade. Naphtha is a complex petroleum hydrocarbon mixture that may contain benzene, toluene, and other compounds with established toxicity. Isopropyl alcohol, while cleaner than naphtha, is also not intended for internal consumption. Incomplete solvent purging — which is very difficult to verify without analytical chemistry equipment — leaves potentially harmful residues in the finished oil.
Modern cannabis extraction overwhelmingly uses food-grade ethanol or supercritical carbon dioxide (CO₂). These methods allow for much more complete solvent removal, and the finished products can be tested for residual solvents using validated analytical methods such as headspace gas chromatography. This is one of the most straightforward improvements that the modern regulated cannabis industry has made over the traditional RSO production model.
This evolution connects directly to the product-quality discussion in the GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section of this document, which emphasizes that product quality matters as much as molecule identity and that labeling inaccuracies, contamination, synthesis byproducts, and dose variability all materially affect interpretation in real-world products [1][10][11][14].
The decarboxylation question
Traditional RSO was fully decarboxylated. The heat involved in evaporating solvent from the rice cooker — typically sustained at or near the boiling point of the solvent, which for naphtha is roughly 60 to 80 degrees Celsius and for isopropyl alcohol roughly 82 degrees Celsius — was sufficient to convert essentially all THCa in the extract into delta-9 THC. This conversion is thermodynamically favored and proceeds readily at these temperatures over the durations involved in solvent evaporation.
As a result, the acidic cannabinoids that exist abundantly in raw cannabis plant material — including THCa, CBDa, CBGa, and others — were lost as distinct compounds in traditional RSO. The finished oil was a decarboxylated, activated product dominated by neutral (non-acidic) cannabinoids.
OilWell’s sublingual formula deliberately preserves THCa at 1,500 mg as a separate ingredient. This is an intentional formulation choice informed by the THCa evidence profile in the GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section, which notes that THCa itself does not produce the psychoactive effects associated with THC but that its interpretation depends on route, temperature, processing, and storage — because THCa can convert to THC under heating or over time [12].
Terpene loss in traditional RSO
Terpenes are volatile aromatic compounds with relatively low boiling points. Most cannabis terpenes begin to volatilize at temperatures between 21 and 157 degrees Celsius, with many of the most abundant terpenes — including myrcene, limonene, and pinene — having boiling points below 180 degrees Celsius. The traditional RSO production process destroyed terpenes in two ways: first, by dissolving them into the solvent wash along with cannabinoids; and second, by evaporating them off during the high-heat solvent-removal phase.
This meant that traditional RSO was essentially a cannabinoid-only product, despite being derived from a terpene-rich plant. Whatever aromatic, flavoring, or potentially bioactive terpene compounds the source cannabis contained were lost in production.
OilWell’s formulas specify live terpenes at 5 percent with a defined seven-terpene profile: limonene, myrcene, caryophyllene, pinene, linalool, humulene, and terpinolene. Each of these terpenes has its own evidence profile discussed in the GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section. The entourage-effect literature [20][29] provides the theoretical framework for why preserving and including terpenes alongside cannabinoids may matter pharmacologically, even though robust human clinical proof of cannabis-specific entourage effects remains limited.
Evidence standards then and now
Rick Simpson operated in a pre-legalization, pre-lab-testing era. When he began making and distributing oil in the early 2000s, cannabis was illegal in Canada and throughout most of the world. There was no regulatory framework for cannabis products, no standardized testing infrastructure, no legal pathway for clinical research on cannabis oil protocols, and no peer-reviewed journals dedicated to cannabis therapeutics. The cannabis underground was the only access point, and personal experience was the primary evidence currency.
Simpson’s methods reflected the constraints of that era. His evidence was anecdotal. His production was unstandardized. His claims were untested in any formal sense. This is not necessarily a moral failing — it is a description of the environment in which he operated.
This document takes a fundamentally different approach. The GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section applies a formal evidence hierarchy: human clinical evidence first, then systematic reviews and meta-analyses, then institutional summaries, then preclinical and mechanistic literature [1]-[29]. Every compound-level claim is tied to specific peer-reviewed sources with evidence strength clearly labeled. The intent is to honor the historical origin of RSO while committing to the standards of modern cannabinoid science. Where Simpson relied on personal testimony, this document relies on published literature and institutional sources.
Simpson’s protocol vs. modern dosing considerations
Simpson’s 60-gram/90-day protocol was designed around a crude, single-strain, THC-dominant extract with no standardized potency. A direct comparison between Simpson’s dosing recommendations and dosing with a modern, standardized, multi-cannabinoid formulation is not straightforward — the products are fundamentally different.
Several key differences illustrate why:
- Cannabinoid concentration. OilWell’s sublingual formula delivers 553 mg of total active cannabinoids per mL across seven defined compounds. Traditional RSO potency was unknown and variable.
- Cannabinoid ratios. Simpson’s oil was approximately 60 to 90 percent delta-9 THC. OilWell’s formula distributes 16,590 mg of total cannabinoids across CBD (4,500 mg), CBG (3,000 mg), delta-8 THC (6,000 mg), THCa (1,500 mg), delta-9 THC (90 mg), CBN (750 mg), and CBC (750 mg) — a completely different pharmacologic profile.
- Terpene presence. Simpson’s oil had no terpenes. OilWell’s formula includes live terpenes at 5 percent, which may influence absorption, effect, and tolerability.
- Delta-9 THC exposure. Simpson’s protocol at peak dosing delivered approximately 600 to 900 mg of delta-9 THC per day. OilWell’s sublingual formula contains only 90 mg of delta-9 THC in the entire 30 mL bottle (3 mg per mL), making the per-dose delta-9 THC exposure dramatically lower.
Future dosing guidance for OilWell products should be developed independently of Simpson’s protocol, informed by the per-compound evidence in the GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section and by responsible titration principles that account for the safety profile of each individual cannabinoid. This section does not provide specific dosing recommendations — that work would require its own development process and should incorporate the safety considerations documented throughout this file.
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About OilWell Cannabis and Our RSO Formula for Butler County
Our story begins where medicine failed
OilWell Cannabis was founded by Colin Valencia in Houston, Texas — a long way from the rolling hills of Butler County, but our mission speaks to the same values that run deep in Kentucky: self-reliance, family, and finding real solutions when the system fails you. Colin grew up in McAllen, Texas, right across the river from Reynosa, Mexico — one of the most economically challenged and dangerous border regions in America. That experience taught him what desperation feels like, what it means to lose people you love, and what it takes to survive when options run out.
We share this with you because we know Butler County. We know what it’s like to live in a place where the nearest specialist might be an hour away in Owensboro, or where you’ve got to drive to Nashville for serious treatment. We know that when you’re watching someone you love suffer — whether it’s cancer, chronic pain that won’t quit, or PTSD that keeps you up at night — you’ll do anything to help. That’s exactly where our company started.
Bentley’s story: When a dog taught us what medicine couldn’t
The heart of OilWell isn’t in a boardroom. It started with a dog named Bentley. Bentley was more than a pet — he was family. When veterinarians told us the only humane option was euthanasia, when they said the pain medications would destroy his organs while barely managing his suffering, we refused to accept that answer. Bentley was paralyzed in his back legs. They said he’d never walk again.
But here’s what they didn’t understand: desperate love drives innovation. A rescue worker named Jessica asked Colin, “You’ve moved how many tons of weed and you’ve never heard of CBD?” That question changed everything. We learned to create CBD golden paste — a specialized cannabinoid formula for pets. It was hope in a syringe, and hope delivered the impossible: Bentley got up, walked across the room, and brought Colin his ball to play. Dogs don’t respond to placebo. This wasn’t magic; it was chemistry doing what pharmaceuticals couldn’t.
Bentley lived another ten years, dying naturally at age twenty. During those ten years, we developed specialized cannabis formulas for every age-related condition he faced. Neurodegeneration taught us about CBG’s neuroprotective properties and THCa’s PPARγ agonism for brain cell protection. Dementia showed us CBC’s role in neurogenesis. Glaucoma revealed THC’s CB1 agonism for intraocular pressure. Crippling arthritis forced us to develop multi-pathway anti-inflammatory approaches using CBD, CBG, THCa, and beta-caryophyllene working through different receptor systems simultaneously.
Single cannabinoids weren’t enough. Bentley’s evolving conditions required multi-cannabinoid synergy. That precision — knowing that a beloved life depended on getting the formula exactly right — became the foundation of every product we make today, including the RSO formula we bring to Butler County.
From opioids to cannabinoids: Colin’s personal battle
We know pharmaceutical dependence because Colin lived it. He struggled with PTSD and benzodiazepine addiction after years of trauma. When he decided to break free from Xanax, he did it cold turkey — a feat that’s notoriously difficult and dangerous — using the same cannabinoid knowledge that kept Bentley alive. The Peace Gummies formula that became an OilWell product was created during midnight experiments while fighting through benzo withdrawal. To ensure quick relief, OilWell also offers the Peace Gummies formula in a vape form, which Colin personally uses to manage his insomnia and severe PTSD.
This isn’t theoretical knowledge. Colin lived what many Butler County residents are living right now: desperation for relief, failed pharmaceuticals, the discovery that cannabinoids work when pills do not. We understand because we’ve been there.
Houston-made quality for Kentucky families
Today, OilWell Cannabis operates from Montrose, Houston, Texas (810 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX 77006). We’ve been operating since 2019, generate approximately one million dollars in annual revenue, maintain a near-5.0 Google rating, and are Texas DSHS licensed. Our products are not mass-produced — they are carefully crafted with a personal touch, from the artwork on the packaging to the formulations inside. All artwork, formulations, and packaging are created in-house in Houston, using only OilWell’s own recipes and ideas.
Why does a Houston company care about Butler County? Because the people who need this medicine don’t all live in big cities. We built our delivery system to reach everyone — from the Texas Medical Center to the rural stretches of Kentucky. Your zip code shouldn’t determine whether you can access quality cannabinoid medicine.
Our core philosophy for Butler County
OilWell’s RSO is not traditional Rick Simpson Oil. It is a formulated, multi-cannabinoid product informed by the RSO tradition but departing from it in ways that are deliberate, evidence-motivated, and designed to solve the problems that limited Rick Simpson’s original vision.
Four core principles define our approach, each aligning with and evolving Simpson’s original ethos:
1. Accessibility over gatekeeping. No medical card is required. Anyone age twenty-one or older in Butler County can purchase. We ship nationwide across the United States and internationally to customers who verify local legality. Simpson believed medicine should be accessible to everyone; we built a product and distribution model that makes that accessible legally for Butler County residents.
2. Patient-controlled potency. THCa is sold in its acidic, non-psychoactive form. You decide whether to use it raw for non-psychoactive benefits or to decarboxylate it into delta-9 THC for full psychoactive potency. Simpson believed patients should control their own medicine; we engineered a product that puts that control in your hands through chemistry rather than rhetoric.
3. Open-source formulas. We publish our complete formulas publicly — every cannabinoid, every milligram amount, every percentage — so that any Butler County resident who cannot afford the product can source ingredients and make their own version. Simpson gave his oil away for free and taught people how to make it; we adapted that ethos for the modern cannabinoid marketplace by selling a professionally manufactured product and publishing the recipe.
4. Evidence-informed, not evidence-overstating. The GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section in this document represents our commitment to honest education about what the science actually says. Simpson operated without access to peer-reviewed literature or clinical trial data; we have that access and use it to distinguish between what is well-supported, what is emerging, and what is overstated.
Farm Bill compliance: Why our products are legal in Butler County
The 2018 Farm Bill (Agricultural Improvement Act) legalized hemp and hemp-derived products containing less than 0.3 percent delta-9 THC by dry weight at the federal level in the United States. This legal framework is the foundation of OilWell’s RSO product design.
OilWell’s RSO Sublingual Oil contains only 90 milligrams of delta-9 THC in the entire 30 mL bottle — 3 milligrams per milliliter — well under the 0.3 percent threshold. All cannabinoids in the formula are hemp-derived. The product is legal under federal law and in Kentucky.
THCa — tetrahydrocannabinolic acid — is the acidic, non-psychoactive precursor to delta-9 THC. It is not itself delta-9 THC. This distinction is legally significant: THCa is Farm Bill compliant at the point of sale because it has not been converted to delta-9 THC.
The practical significance of this framework is substantial for Butler County residents. You can decarboxylate THCa into delta-9 THC at home by heating the oil at 260°F (125°C) for 45 to 60 minutes in an oven-safe glass container. This converts 1,500 milligrams of THCa into approximately 1,315 milligrams of delta-9 THC. Combined with the existing 90 milligrams of delta-9 THC in the formula, this produces approximately 1,405 milligrams of total delta-9 THC — giving the product psychoactive potency comparable to traditional illegal RSO, entirely at your discretion after purchase.
This means the same product can function as a non-psychoactive anti-inflammatory (used raw) or as a full-potency psychoactive cannabinoid product (after home decarboxylation). You control the decision. The product is legal everywhere all component cannabinoids are legal, which enables us to ship directly to Butler County and throughout Kentucky.
Important legal notice for Butler County residents: THCa converts to delta-9 THC when heated. You are responsible for understanding and complying with Kentucky laws regarding cannabinoid products. We ship with full documentation, Certificates of Analysis, and receipts. International customers accept all customs and legal responsibility.
Open-source formulas: Our commitment to Butler County
We publish our complete RSO formulas — every cannabinoid, every milligram amount, every percentage — in public documents including this one. If someone in Butler County cannot afford our products — $129.99 for the sublingual oil, $49.99 for the vape cartridge — they can see exactly what the formula contains, source the individual cannabinoid distillates and isolates, and make their own version.
This is a direct echo of Rick Simpson’s original ethos. Simpson gave his oil away for free and taught people how to make it. He never patented his method. He never charged patients. We adapted that ethos for the modern cannabinoid marketplace: we sell a professionally manufactured, lab-tested, standardized product for those who want it, and we publish the complete recipe for those who want to make it themselves.
As Colin Valencia said on ABC13 in 2019: “I’m not trying to sell people snake oil. I’m not trying to sell people hope, but there’s enough research out there that people just need to know and try and have the best possible version to base their opinions off of to give it a fair shot as to whether it’s right or wrong for them.”
The decarboxylation choice: You control the potency
Traditional RSO was always fully decarboxylated. The heat of solvent evaporation converted all THCa into delta-9 THC, leaving the patient with no choice about psychoactivity — the oil was always psychoactive.
OilWell’s sublingual formula contains 1,500 milligrams of THCa in its acidic, non-psychoactive form. This creates three distinct usage options for you:
Option 1 — Raw, no heat. All 1,500 milligrams stays as THCa — completely non-psychoactive. The THCa evidence profile in the GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section describes potential anti-inflammatory activity via COX-2 inhibition and neuroprotective potential via PPARγ agonism [12]. This option is compatible with work, driving, and daytime use with zero psychoactive impairment — perfect for Butler County residents who need to stay functional for work, family, and daily responsibilities.
Option 2 — Fully activated, home decarboxylation. Heating the oil at 260°F (125°C) for 45 to 60 minutes in an oven-safe glass container converts 1,500 milligrams of THCa into approximately 1,315 milligrams of delta-9 THC. Combined with the existing 90 milligrams of delta-9 THC already in the formula, this yields approximately 1,405 milligrams of total delta-9 THC. Combined with 6,000 milligrams of delta-8 THC, the activated product achieves psychoactive potency comparable to traditional high-THC RSO — 100 percent legally, because decarboxylation occurs at your discretion after purchase. You may also transfer a controlled portion of the oil from the original bottle into a second empty oven-safe glass container, decarboxylating only what you intend to use and preserving the remainder in its raw THCa form.
Option 3 — Vape, auto-decarboxylation. The RSO Vape Cartridge vaporizes at 400 to 450°F, which instantly converts THCa to delta-9 THC with each inhalation. Every puff delivers freshly decarboxylated cannabinoids. This is the fastest-onset RSO delivery method available.
The conversion chemistry: THCa has a molecular weight of 358.47 g/mol. The conversion ratio is approximately 1 milligram THCa = 0.877 milligrams delta-9 THC after decarboxylation, reflecting the loss of a CO₂ molecule during the reaction.
This design puts the potency decision entirely in your hands — aligning with Rick Simpson’s principle that patients should control their own medicine, but implementing that principle through actual product chemistry rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Solvent-free production: What Butler County should demand
OilWell’s RSO is not an extraction product in the traditional sense. It is a formulated blend of individual cannabinoid distillates and isolates combined at specific ratios in a controlled production environment. No naphtha. No isopropyl alcohol. No butane. No extraction solvents are present in the finished product.
This approach eliminates the residual solvent risk that is one of the most significant safety concerns with traditional RSO production, as discussed in the Rick Simpson section of this document.
The product uses organic MCT oil (medium-chain triglycerides) as the carrier base. MCT oil is a food-grade lipid carrier that facilitates cannabinoid absorption through sublingual tissue and provides a neutral taste profile — a significant improvement over the tar-like consistency and solvent-residual odor of traditional RSO.
Third-party lab testing covers cannabinoid potency, terpene profile, and safety panels including pesticides, heavy metals, residual solvents, and microbial contaminants. Certificates of Analysis (COAs) are available on request and accessible through our website.
Our full product line beyond RSO
Beyond RSO, OilWell Cannabis produces a range of cannabinoid products, each developed from the formulation knowledge we built over Bentley’s ten-year journey and Colin’s own experience with PTSD and benzo withdrawal.
Asshole Peach — Our most popular product. Asshole Peach is a carefully formulated experience designed to provide a euphoric, long-lasting sensation. It is particularly favored by veterans for its ability to relieve pain and PTSD symptoms without being overly aggressive. For Butler County veterans who served at Fort Campbell or elsewhere, this product has been a game-changer.
Peace Gummies — Developed directly from Colin’s own experience with PTSD and benzodiazepine addiction. Peace Gummies helped him quit Xanax cold turkey. The formula is also available in a vape form for quick relief — Colin personally uses the vape to manage his insomnia and severe PTSD on an ongoing basis.
Custom creations — We offer custom-made products tailored to the specific needs of individual customers. Whether it involves specific cannabinoid ratios, particular delivery formats, or formulations for unique health circumstances, OilWell designs targeted products on request. This includes formulations for vegans, diabetics, and those with specific dietary or health needs common in Butler County’s agricultural communities.
Two product formats for Butler County
We offer the RSO formula in two delivery formats, each designed for different use cases and pharmacokinetic profiles. Both are available for delivery to Butler County.
RSO Sublingual Oil — $129.99
- 30 mL bottle (1 fl oz)
- 16,590 mg total cannabinoids (553 mg per mL)
- Seven cannabinoids: CBD 4,500 mg, CBG 3,000 mg, delta-8 THC 6,000 mg, THCa 1,500 mg, delta-9 THC 90 mg, CBN 750 mg, CBC 750 mg
- Live terpenes at 5%: limonene, myrcene, caryophyllene, pinene, linalool, humulene, terpinolene
- Organic MCT oil base
- Graduated dropper for precise dosing in 0.1 mL increments
- Onset: 15 to 45 minutes (sublingual absorption through oral mucosa)
- Peak effects: 1 to 2 hours
- Duration: 4 to 6 hours
- Bioavailability: 13 to 19 percent (sublingual route partially bypasses first-pass liver metabolism)
- Approximately 40 to 60 doses per bottle depending on serving size
RSO Vape Cartridge — $49.99
- 1-gram cartridge
- 900 mg+ total cannabinoids
- Same six-cannabinoid ratio as sublingual formula
- Live terpenes at 5%+
- 510-thread universal battery compatibility (works with standard vape batteries available throughout Butler County)
- Onset: 1 to 2 minutes (fastest cannabinoid delivery method)
- Peak effects: 10 to 15 minutes
- Duration: 2 to 4 hours
- Bioavailability: 10 to 35 percent (variable, dependent on inhalation technique)
- Automatic THCa decarboxylation at vaping temperature (400 to 450°F)
Complete RSO Guide — Our full product guide with science, competitive analysis, protocols, and ordering information is available on our website.
When to use each format: A Butler County guide
| Use case | Recommended format | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| Fast relief (acute pain, nausea, panic) | Vape | 1-2 minute onset |
| Sustained relief (chronic pain, sleep) | Sublingual | 4-6 hour duration |
| Maximum bioavailability | Sublingual | 13-19% absorption |
| Portability and discretion | Vape | Compact, no measuring required |
| Precise dosing control | Sublingual | Graduated dropper in 0.1 mL increments |
| Daytime non-psychoactive use | Sublingual (raw, no heat) | THCa stays inactive, zero impairment |
| Nighttime psychoactive use | Sublingual (decarbed) or Vape | Activated THCa + delta-8 THC |
Competitive comparison: Why Butler County residents choose OilWell
The following tables present factual comparisons between OilWell’s RSO formula and other products Butler County residents might encounter.
OilWell RSO vs. Kentucky’s limited medical program
| Dimension | Kentucky Medical Marijuana | OilWell RSO |
|---|---|---|
| Cannabinoid profile | THC-only or limited ratios | 7 cannabinoids: CBD, CBG, delta-8 THC, THCa, delta-9 THC, CBN, CBC |
| CBG content | Minimal to none | 3,000 mg |
| CBN content | Minimal to none | 750 mg |
| CBC content | Minimal to none | 750 mg |
| Patient-controlled potency | No — always fully psychoactive | Yes — THCa non-psychoactive until heated by you |
| Access requirements | Medical card with qualifying condition | Age 21+ only, no medical card required |
| Qualifying conditions | Cancer, terminal illness, chronic pain (very restrictive) | None required |
| Delivery | Must travel to licensed dispensary (none in Butler County) | Ships directly to your Butler County address |
| Farm Bill compliant | No — state medical cannabis program | Yes — less than 0.3% delta-9 THC |
OilWell RSO vs. hemp CBD oil (what you might find in Owensboro stores)
| Dimension | Typical Hemp CBD Oil | OilWell RSO |
|---|---|---|
| Total cannabinoids | 1,000 mg or less | 16,590 mg |
| CBD content | Usually 1,000 mg or less | 4,500 mg |
| CBG content | Minimal to none | 3,000 mg |
| CBN content | Minimal to none | 750 mg |
| Delta-8 THC | Usually 0 mg | 6,000 mg |
| THCa (convertible to delta-9 THC) | Minimal | 1,500 mg (converts to ~1,315 mg delta-9 THC) |
| Psychoactive option | No meaningful psychoactive effect | Yes — via THCa decarboxylation and delta-8 THC |
| Approximate price | $40 to $60 | $129.99 |
Condition-specific guidance for Butler County
Important disclaimer: The following usage contexts are informed by cannabinoid research cited in the GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section and by our formulation rationale. They are not medical prescriptions, not FDA-approved treatment protocols, and not a substitute for professional medical care. These products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using cannabinoid products, especially if you have a medical condition, are taking medications, are pregnant or nursing, or have any health concerns. Do not operate vehicles or machinery while under the influence of psychoactive cannabinoids.
For chemotherapy-related nausea and appetite support (if you’re traveling to Owensboro Health or Vanderbilt for treatment):
- Pre-chemo: 0.5 to 1.0 mL sublingual approximately 1 hour before treatment
- Acute breakthrough nausea: 2 to 3 vape puffs for immediate relief (1-2 minute onset)
- Post-chemo: 0.5 mL sublingual every 6 hours as needed
- Sleep support during treatment: 1.0 to 2.0 mL sublingual before bed (delivers 25 to 50 mg CBN)
- Evidence context: delta-8 THC antiemetic evidence [9], delta-9 THC nausea and vomiting evidence [1][13], CBD anxiolytic buffering [3]
For chronic pain (fibromyalgia, arthritis from farm work, neuropathy):
- Daytime: 0.3 to 0.5 mL raw sublingual — provides anti-inflammatory cannabinoid exposure without psychoactive impairment so you can work your land or operate equipment safely
- Nighttime: 0.5 to 1.0 mL decarboxylated sublingual — combines pain relief with CBN sleep support
- Breakthrough pain: Vape as needed for rapid onset
- Evidence context: CBD pain evidence [4], delta-9 THC pain evidence [13], beta-caryophyllene CB2 agonism [24], THCa COX-2 inhibition [12]
For sleep support (especially for those whose minds won’t quiet down):
- Before bed: 1.0 to 2.0 mL sublingual
- At 2.0 mL, this delivers 50 mg CBN — the dosage level investigated in the 2024 sleep literature
- At 1.0 mL, this delivers 25 mg CBN — above the 20 mg threshold associated with reduced sleep disturbance
- Evidence context: CBN sleep evidence [16][17], cannabis and sleep review literature
For anxiety and stress (whether it’s financial worries, family pressures, or the weight of rural isolation):
- Daytime functional relief: 0.3 mL raw sublingual — CBD and CBG address anxiety-related pathways without psychoactive impairment
- Nighttime: 1.0 mL sublingual — full cannabinoid profile including CBN for sleep architecture
- Evidence context: CBD anxiety evidence [3], CBG pharmacology [7][8], limonene entourage-effect evidence [20]
General titration principle for Butler County: Start low, go slow. Begin with 0.25 to 0.5 mL sublingual and assess effects over 2 to 3 hours before increasing. Individual responses vary based on body weight, metabolism, tolerance, concurrent medications, and other factors common in our community.
Delivery to Butler County: How you get our products
Nationwide shipping to Kentucky
We ship directly to all 50 states where Farm Bill-compliant products are legal, including Kentucky. For Butler County residents:
- USPS Priority Mail (2 to 3 business days)
- FedEx and UPS Ground (3 to 5 business days)
- Discreet packaging with no cannabis branding visible
- Tracking provided for all orders
- Temperature-stable packaging for Kentucky’s hot summers
- Signature-required option available
International shipping
We ship internationally and have already delivered to multiple countries. The THCa legal framework makes this possible: because the product contains less than 0.3 percent delta-9 THC at the point of sale, it meets the definition of a hemp-derived product under the 2018 Farm Bill.
- All international packages include full documentation, Certificates of Analysis (COAs), and receipts for customs purposes
- Minimum flat-fee shipping applies; excessive international shipping costs are billed to the customer
- The customer is responsible for verifying legality in their jurisdiction and accepts all customs and legal risk
- Contact: (832) 416-2816 or [email protected]
What this means for Butler County: You don’t have to drive to Owensboro or Nashville. You don’t need a medical card. You can order from your home in Morganton, Rochester, or anywhere else in Butler County and have legal, lab-tested, multi-cannabinoid RSO delivered to your door.
How our formulas connect to real science
Every cannabinoid in OilWell’s formula — CBD, CBG, delta-8 THC, THCa, delta-9 THC, CBN, and CBC — has its own evidence profile in the GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section. Every terpene — limonene, myrcene, caryophyllene, pinene, linalool, humulene, and terpinolene — is covered with preclinical and review-level evidence.
The formulas published in this document are not standalone product listings. They are anchored to per-compound evidence summaries that explain what is well-supported by human clinical data, what is emerging from review and preclinical literature, and what is overstated relative to the current evidence base. Where we make specific research claims about individual cannabinoids or terpenes, this document provides the source evaluation context — the same peer-reviewed citations, the same evidence-tier assessments, and the same cautious interpretation framework.
The GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section’s evidence hierarchy, overstatement warnings, and safety notes apply equally to our own products. This document does not exempt OilWell from the same evidence standards applied to the broader cannabinoid field. That is intentional. Our position — as stated by Colin Valencia in 2019 — is that people deserve the best possible version of the information so they can give it a fair shot and decide for themselves whether it is right or wrong for them. This document is the research foundation for that position.
We are more than a brand — we are a promise to our customers that we will always strive to deliver the best, most thoughtful cannabis products available. We are not here to follow trends. We are here to set them. And as we continue to grow, our focus remains on maintaining the same level of integrity, creativity, and commitment that has defined us from the day Bentley got up, walked across the room, and brought his ball to play.
Media Recognition: Why ABC13 Houston trusts us as experts
Between September 2019 and April 2023, ABC13 Houston (KTRK) — the ABC affiliate serving the fourth-largest city in the United States — featured Colin Valencia and OilWell Cannabis in seven distinct news segments spanning business, law, medicine, community health, and politics. Five different ABC13 reporters sought us out across those years: Tom Abrahams, Steve Campion, Shelley Childers, Nick Natario, and KTRK staff writers. No other Houston cannabis operator appears with that frequency or across that breadth of subject matter during the same period.
Why this matters for Butler County: When a major-market ABC affiliate repeatedly selects the same voice as their primary cannabis expert, that sends a signal. It says this person knows the law, understands the science, tells the truth even when it’s uncomfortable, and operates with integrity. Those are the qualities you want in a company you’re trusting with your health or your loved one’s care.
Featured stories that define our credibility
September 2019: CBD Business Boom — Our first ABC13 feature introduced Colin’s foundational philosophy: “I’m not trying to sell people snake oil. I’m not trying to sell people hope, but there’s enough research out there that people just need to know and try and have the best possible version to base their opinions off of to give it a fair shot as to whether it’s right or wrong for them.” This quote from 2019 is the seed of everything we’ve become.
May 2021: Delta-8 THC Investigation — Steve Campion’s investigative feature included Colin’s now-iconic moment of radical honesty: “I don’t give a sh* if it’s wrong to say you’ll get high off it. Maybe you want to get high.”* On mainstream television, with the expletive preserved, Colin told the truth about psychoactive effects while competitors were obfuscating. The segment balanced medical caution from UTHealth with regulatory advocacy, and the full DEA statement documented federal ambiguity.
August 2021: COVID Vaccine Giveaway — We gave away 1,000 special edition caviar pre-rolls (approximately $35,000 in product) to encourage COVID-19 vaccination in Houston. We coordinated with city government, hosted the giveaway at our retail partner HydroShack, and made it clear: “We don’t have any political agenda. Come and participate if it’s right and safe for you and your loved ones!” That’s community action, not marketing.
October 2021: Delta-8 Ban — When Texas reclassified Delta-8 as Schedule I overnight, we proactively removed all products before enforcement began. Colin warned other operators who were unknowingly shipping Schedule I narcotics. This shows ethical leadership during crisis — absorbing revenue loss to protect customers and the broader industry.
October 2022: Biden Pardon Feature — This story revealed Colin’s personal marijuana conviction history. Every quote about therapy, education, and not selling snake oil carries more weight when you understand the speaker has personally experienced cannabis criminalization. For Butler County residents who’ve seen friends or family caught in the justice system over cannabis, this matters.
April 2023: Texas Marijuana Renaissance — Our most recent feature captured Colin growing hemp on camera and framing the moment as a “Renaissance” to be enjoyed. We positioned ourselves at the frontier of an evolving industry.
What the media record proves
These seven features document:
- Consistency across four years — We didn’t pivot our message; we built trust
- Breadth of expertise — Business, law, medicine, politics, community health
- Community action — $35,000 in free product for public health, proactive safety measures
- Personal stakes — Conviction history makes every claim more authentic
- Evolution — From local wholesaler to industry authority
This recognition cannot be purchased. It can only be earned. For Butler County residents evaluating who to trust with something as important as your health, ABC13’s editorial judgment over four years is independent verification of our credibility.
The Science Behind Our Formula: General Knowledge
Our research approach
This section prioritizes sources in the following order: human clinical evidence, systematic reviews and meta-analyses, NIH and other institutional summaries, then mechanistic or preclinical literature when human data are sparse. That weighting matters here because the evidence base is not evenly distributed. Of the compounds listed, CBD and delta-9 THC have the strongest human literature; delta-8 THC, THCa, CBG, CBN, CBC, and most terpenes are still much more dependent on reviews, animal work, in vitro pharmacology, or early translational literature [1]-[29].
What NIH and major institutions say about cannabinoids
- The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) states that the strongest established cannabinoid evidence is for certain rare epilepsies, chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting, and appetite or weight-loss indications associated with HIV/AIDS. It also notes only modest evidence for chronic pain and multiple-sclerosis-related symptoms, with many other claimed uses still in early-stage research [1].
- The FDA has not approved the cannabis plant itself for medical use, although purified CBD and synthetic THC-like drugs have specific approvals [1].
- Safety concerns repeatedly highlighted include impairment, motor vehicle crash risk, cannabis use disorder, pregnancy-related concerns, accidental pediatric exposure, contamination or labeling inaccuracy, and THC-vape lung-injury concerns [1].
- NCCIH specifically warns that over-the-counter CBD products may differ from their labels and that CBD itself has been associated with decreased alertness, gastrointestinal effects, liver-related adverse effects, and drug interactions [1].
Cannabinoid profiles
CBD
Evidence profile: Strongest human evidence in our formula, especially as purified product rather than wellness ingredient [1]-[6].
Best supported: Purified CBD has the most credible human evidence in seizure disorders [1][2].
Anxiety: A 2024 systematic review and meta-analysis covering 316 participants across eight articles reported significant anxiolytic signal, but authors stressed limited clinical sample and need for more trials before broad conclusions [3].
Pain: A 2024 systematic review of clinical and preclinical CBD monotherapy concluded promising but heterogeneous literature, with trial quality limiting confidence in broad analgesic claims [4].
Sleep: A 2023 insomnia review found literature remains methodologically weak, with many studies relying on nonvalidated subjective measures [5].
Safety: A 2023 systematic review found real signal for liver enzyme elevation and possible drug-induced liver injury, especially relevant for concentrated oral products and polypharmacy settings [6]. NCCIH flags diarrhea, sleepiness, appetite change, mood effects, liver abnormalities, and drug-drug interactions [1].
CBG
Evidence profile: Mostly review-level and preclinical; human evidence sparse [7][8].
Pharmacology: CBG is the biosynthetic precursor to several major cannabinoids with distinct receptor interactions including alpha-2 adrenoceptors and 5-HT1A signaling — mechanistically interesting but not clinically established [7].
Research areas: Reviews discuss possible relevance to neurologic disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, and antibacterial activity, but primarily as pharmacology-led hypotheses [7][8].
Caution: CBG is commercially sold while evidence base remains thin, meaning claims frequently outrun science [7].
Delta-8 THC
Evidence profile: Pharmacologically relevant, psychoactive, much less clinically characterized than delta-9 THC [9]-[11].
Comparative pharmacology: A 2022 review concluded delta-8 THC and delta-9 THC have broadly similar behavior, with delta-8 appearing less potent, likely due to weaker CB1 affinity [9].
Public health: A 2023 scoping review found evidence base dominated by animal studies and public-health concerns rather than strong human trials, emphasizing regulatory and product-quality concerns [10].
Manufacturing: Commercial interest tied to greater stability and easier synthesis, raising questions about byproducts and lab-testing [11].
THCa
Evidence profile: Important chemically and formulation-wise, but low on direct human therapeutic evidence [12].
What it is: Acidic precursor of THC, representing large share of raw plant material. Decarboxylates into THC during heating and can change during storage [12].
Psychoactivity: THCa itself does not produce psychoactive effects, but only if it stays acidic and isn’t decarboxylated [12].
Research status: In vitro and rodent literature suggest anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, neuroprotective, and antineoplastic possibilities, but not established human outcomes [12].
Delta-9 THC
Evidence profile: Strongest human evidence of psychoactive cannabinoids, but also clearest adverse-effect burden [1][13]-[15].
Institutionally best supported: NCCIH identifies relevance to chemotherapy nausea/vomiting, HIV/AIDS appetite/weight loss, some MS and pain outcomes, while stressing other uses remain uncertain [1].
Pain: A 2022 systematic review found high-THC products may provide short-term pain benefit but increase dizziness, sedation, nausea, and discontinuation [13].
Pharmacokinetics: Inhaled THC: onset seconds-minutes, peaks 15-30 minutes, lasts few hours. Oral THC: later onset, later peak, longer duration [14]. This matters for both benefit and overconsumption risk.
Mental health risk: A 2025 systematic review found consistent unfavorable associations with psychosis/schizophrenia and cannabis use disorder, with concerning signals for anxiety/depression [15].
Broader safety: Anxiety/panic at high doses, tachycardia, blood pressure changes, dependency, withdrawal, pregnancy concerns, pediatric exposure, vape lung injury [1][14][15].
CBN
Evidence profile: Weak human evidence; marketing ahead of data [12][16][17].
Sleep claims reputation: Widespread but clinical support far thinner than marketing suggests [16][17].
Sleep evidence review: A 2021 narrative review screened 99 human-study abstracts, reviewed 8 full-text articles, and found no clinical trials using validated sleep questionnaires or polysomnography that could substantiate strong sleep-promoting claims [16].
Broader sleep literature: A 2024 updated review concluded overall cannabinoid sleep research still doesn’t match real-world use scale, needing better-designed trials [17].
Chemical context: THC degrades toward CBN under certain conditions, explaining CBN’s presence in aging cannabis [12].
CBC
Evidence profile: Emerging, intriguing, overwhelmingly preclinical or review-based [18][19].
Pharmacology: 2024 focused review argues CBC has distinct pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and receptor behavior, highlighting antinociceptive, antibacterial, and anti-seizure as interesting targets [18].
Older literature: Review literature reports anti-inflammatory effects, reduced gut hypermobility, modest rodent analgesia, possible neurobiological relevance, but not strong patient-facing evidence [19].
Safety caution: 2024 CBC review notes over-the-counter CBC products sold despite little evidence establishing clinical efficacy or safety [18].
Terpene profiles
Important framing: Terpene claims need stricter interpretation than cannabinoid claims. Much literature comes from isolated compounds, essential oils, non-cannabis plants, or preclinical models. Robust proof of clinically meaningful entourage effects in humans remains limited [20][29].
Limonene
Evidence profile: Review and preclinical, with safety literature [20]-[22].
Potential activity: 2021 review describes antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, gastroprotective, immune-modulatory possibilities, but mostly from nonhuman/non-cannabis literature [21].
Safety: Limonene oxidation products (hydroperoxides) are clinically relevant contact allergens [22].
Myrcene
Evidence profile: Mostly preclinical, very limited human evidence [20][23].
Research: 2021 review describes anxiolytic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic properties, but explicitly states human studies are lacking [23].
Interpretation caution: Consumer language often claims myrcene is a proven sedative explaining “couch-lock.” This is stronger than human evidence supports [20][23].
Caryophyllene
Evidence profile: Among most mechanistically interesting due to direct cannabinoid-system relevance, but still mostly preclinical [24].
Why it stands out: 2021 review describes beta-caryophyllene as selective CB2 receptor agonist — unusual and pharmacologically relevant [24].
Research themes: Anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, antioxidant, neuroprotective, gastroprotective, but human clinical confirmation limited [24].
Pinene
Evidence profile: Promising preclinical, weak human confirmation [20][25].
Brain health: 2021 review on pinene and linalool found antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective signals justifying future study, but emphasized lack of well-designed clinical trials [25].
Interpretation caution: Claims that pinene reliably improves memory or counterbalances THC cognitive effects remain hypotheses, not settled facts [20][25].
Linalool
Evidence profile: Substantial preclinical interest, limited direct clinical confirmation [20][22][25][26].
Research: Repeatedly discussed for stress, mood, brain-health pharmacology. 2021 brain-health review found enough preclinical signal to justify continued investigation while emphasizing lack of robust human trials [25].
Additional literature: Review literature discusses possible antidepressant mechanisms, but remains translational rather than definitive [26].
Safety: Oxidized linalool hydroperoxides are recognized allergens [22].
Humulene
Evidence profile: Translationally interesting, early stage [20][27].
Scoping review: 2024 review analyzed 340 articles, found broad preclinical evidence for anti-inflammatory effects, some rodent work suggesting cannabimimetic properties via CB1 and adenosine A2a pathways [27].
Interpretation caution: Valuable for hypothesis generation, but doesn’t yet establish consistent human efficacy [27].
Terpinolene
Evidence profile: Least clinically characterized terpene in this list [20][28].
Systematic review: 2021 review screened 2,449 records, included 57 studies, concluding evidence base still dominated by in silico, in vitro, and animal studies rather than human trials [28].
Research limits and interpretation
- Evidence base is highly uneven. CBD and delta-9 THC support most detailed human-facing statements; others require more caution [1]-[29].
- Whole-cannabis extract data, purified-molecule data, semisynthetic cannabinoid data, and terpene-only data are not interchangeable. Common error is letting evidence from one category stand in for another.
- Minor cannabinoids and terpenes are commercially interesting because underexplored, but that means claims often become inflated.
- Product quality matters as much as molecule identity. Labeling inaccuracies, contamination, synthesis byproducts, dose variability, and route-dependent pharmacokinetics materially affect real-world interpretation [1][10][11][14].
- For THCa particularly, chemistry is destiny: storage and heating can change exposure profile by converting acidic cannabinoids to neutral cannabinoids like THC [12].
Common overstatements to avoid
Overstatement: CBN is a clinically proven sleep cannabinoid.
More accurate: Specific sleep evidence for CBN remains weak and dated, with no strong validated-trial base yet identified [16][17].
Overstatement: Myrcene is a proven human sedative that reliably explains couch-lock.
More accurate: Myrcene has plausible preclinical bioactivity, but direct human proof for that common claim is limited [20][23].
Overstatement: Terpenes have proven entourage effects in patients.
More accurate: Entourage hypotheses are influential and worth studying, but robust clinical proof remains limited and highly compound-specific [20][29].
Overstatement: THCa is always nonpsychoactive.
More accurate: THCa itself is not THC, but heating and processing can convert THCa into THC, changing effective exposure [12].
Overstatement: Delta-8 THC is safe because it’s hemp-derived.
More accurate: Delta-8 THC is psychoactive, pharmacologically close to delta-9 THC, and often entangled with manufacturing and testing concerns [9]-[11].
Practical takeaways for Butler County
- CBD and delta-9 THC are most evidence-developed actives in these formulas.
- Delta-8 THC is not trivial or purely mild; it’s a psychoactive THC analogue with incomplete human safety characterization.
- THCa meaningfully changes with processing and should not be interpreted the same way in raw vs. heated formats.
- CBG, CBN, and CBC are scientifically credible but clinically immature compared with CBD and THC.
- Terpene claims should be careful; while plausible and interesting, human therapeutic proof remains limited.
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OilWell RSO Sublingual Oil Formula
| Cannabinoid | Amount |
|---|---|
| CBD | 4,500mg |
| CBG | 3,000mg |
| Delta-8 THC | 6,000mg |
| THCa | 1,500mg |
| Delta-9 THC | 90mg |
| CBN | 750mg |
| CBC | 750mg |
| Total Cannabinoids | 16,590mg |
- Live Terpenes: 5% (limonene, myrcene, caryophyllene, pinene, linalool, humulene, terpinolene)
- Format: 30mL bottle with graduated dropper (0.1mL increments)
- Carrier: Organic MCT oil
- Onset: 15-45 minutes
- Duration: 4-6 hours
- Bioavailability: 13-19%
- Approximately 40-60 doses per bottle
OilWell RSO Vape Cartridge Formula
| Cannabinoid | Percentage |
|---|---|
| CBD | 30% |
| CBG | 20% |
| Delta-8 THC | 15% |
| THCa | 10% |
| CBN | 10% |
| CBC | 10% |
- Live Terpenes: 5%+
- Format: 1 Gram cartridge
- Battery: 510-thread universal compatibility
- Onset: 1-2 minutes
- Duration: 2-4 hours
- Bioavailability: 10-35%
Terpene Profile (Both Products)
Seven terpenes at 5% concentration:
- Limonene — citrus-bright, mood-enhancing
- Myrcene — earthy, relaxing
- Caryophyllene (β-caryophyllene) — pepper/spice, CB2 agonist
- Pinene — forest-fresh, clarity
- Linalool — floral, lavender, calming
- Humulene — earthy, woody, anti-inflammatory
- Terpinolene — piney, fruity, sparkling complexity
OilWell Cannabis Contact Information
- Phone: (832) 416-2816
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: https://oilwellcbd.com/
- Instagram: @oilwellcbd
- Address: 810 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77006 (Montrose neighborhood)
Business Hours:
- Monday-Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Legal Requirements:
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- All products contain less than 0.3% delta-9 THC
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- Not evaluated by FDA
- Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease
- Consult healthcare provider before use
- Individual results may vary
- May cause drowsiness or impairment — do not operate vehicles or machinery
- Keep out of reach of children
- Buyer responsibility to verify local laws
- Void where prohibited by law
Final message to Butler County:
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Butler County deserves access to this medicine without driving to Louisville or crossing state lines. You deserve to know exactly what’s in your product, to control whether it’s psychoactive or not, and to make your own if you can’t afford to buy it. You deserve honest education about what the science actually shows, not hype that puts you at risk.
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