Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) in Harrison County, Indiana: The Complete Guide by OilWell Cannabis

If you’re reading this from Corydon, Lanesville, or anywhere else across Harrison County, chances are you’ve heard about Rick Simpson Oil through whispered conversations at the VFW post, in online support groups for chronic pain, or while sitting in the waiting room at Harrison County Hospital. Maybe you’re a veteran in Palmyra dealing with PTSD that the VA medications haven’t touched. Maybe you’re a manufacturing worker in New Salisbury living with chronic pain from a workplace injury, tired of the opioid cycle. Maybe you’re a cancer patient commuting to Louisville for treatment, searching for options when the conventional path feels incomplete.

Wherever you’re coming from in our tight-knit corner of Southern Indiana, you’ve got questions about RSO—and you’ve probably discovered that honest answers are hard to find. Here in Harrison County, where cannabis remains illegal for medical and recreational use, you’re navigating this landscape alone. No local dispensary. No medical cannabis program. Just a lot of internet noise and conflicting claims.

We wrote this guide for you. We’re OilWell Cannabis, and while we’re based in Houston, Texas, our mission has always been to make real cannabis medicine accessible to people who need it—regardless of where they live. That includes every corner of Harrison County, from the historic streets of Corydon to the rolling hills near O’Bannon Woods State Park. We don’t believe in snake oil. We don’t believe in selling hope. We believe in giving you the best possible version of the information, so you can give it a fair shot and decide if it’s right or wrong for you.

What RSO Is—and Why Harrison County Residents Are Searching for It

The Rick Simpson Story: From Nova Scotia to Southern Indiana

Rick Simpson wasn’t a doctor. He was a power engineer in Nova Scotia—a blue-collar worker like many folks here in Harrison County—who suffered a devastating workplace injury in 1997. After falling from scaffolding, he developed persistent tinnitus and post-concussion symptoms that his doctors couldn’t fix. The medications they prescribed either didn’t work or made things worse. When cannabis provided more relief than anything else, his doctor refused to even discuss it.

Sound familiar? Across Harrison County, we’ve heard the same story from veterans at the American Legion post in Corydon, from farmers who’ve injured their backs, from folks working the lines at local manufacturing plants. The medical system tries its best, but when it falls short, people start looking elsewhere.

Simpson’s pivotal moment came in 2003 when he claimed that applying concentrated cannabis oil to basal cell carcinoma lesions made them disappear in four days. No biopsy. No independent medical verification. Just his personal testimony. But that testimony became the foundation for a global movement.

Important context: We’re telling you Simpson’s story because it’s historically significant, not because it’s medical proof. Personal testimony isn’t the same as clinical evidence. In Harrison County, where we value straight talk and honesty, it’s critical to understand this difference before anyone makes decisions about their health.

How RSO Became a Household Name in Places Like Harrison County

After Simpson’s experience, he started making oil in his backyard and giving it away for free to cancer patients and others in his community—dozens of people, by his account, dealing with everything from chronic pain to diabetes to glaucoma. In 2005, a documentary called Run From The Cure spread his story across the internet. Within cannabis communities worldwide, that film became gospel. Many people in Harrison County first learned about RSO through that documentary, shared in Facebook groups for Indiana cancer patients or chronic pain sufferers.

Simpson’s legal troubles followed. The RCMP raided his property twice. He was charged with cultivation and trafficking. Eventually, he left Canada for Europe. But the idea he started—that concentrated cannabis oil could be medicine—had already taken root.

Here in Harrison County, where pharmaceutical distrust runs deep after the opioid crisis devastated our communities, Simpson’s anti-establishment stance resonates. We’ve seen what happens when pharmaceutical companies prioritize profits over people. We’ve watched friends and neighbors get caught in prescription cycles that don’t work. Simpson’s story speaks to that frustration. But his methods? Those were shaped by a different era—one without labs, without testing, without any of the safeguards we now know are essential.

The Traditional RSO Protocol: What It Actually Was

When people in Harrison County search online for “how to take RSO,” they inevitably find Simpson’s 60-gram, 90-day protocol. Here’s what it actually entailed:

The Goal: Consume 60 grams (about 60 mL) of concentrated cannabis oil over roughly 90 days. Simpson considered this the minimum for serious conditions like cancer.

The Titration:

• Week 1: A dose the size of half a grain of rice, three times daily (about 30-45mg total per day)
• Weeks 2-5: Double the dose every four days, building toward 1 gram per day
• Weeks 5-12: Maintain 1 gram per day, divided into three doses

At peak dosing, patients were consuming roughly 600-900mg of delta-9 THC daily—far beyond anything studied in clinical settings. For perspective, the FDA-approved synthetic THC drug dronabinol is typically dosed at 2.5 to 20mg per day.

Important context for our Harrison County readers: This protocol was designed around crude, unstandardized oil. Every batch was different. There were no lab tests. No potency guarantees. No safety screening. The risks at these doses are real: severe intoxication, anxiety, panic, tachycardia, and cannabis use disorder.

Here in Indiana, where we can’t just walk into a dispensary and ask questions, people often follow online protocols without understanding these risks. That’s why we’re being explicit: Simpson’s protocol has never been validated in controlled trials. It was developed for a product that’s fundamentally different from what we make at OilWell.

What Traditional RSO Was as a Product

If you could go back to Nova Scotia in 2005 and buy traditional RSO, here’s what you’d get:

• Appearance: Nearly black, thick, tar-like oil with a strong cannabis and possible solvent smell
• Cannabinoids: 60-90% delta-9 THC, with whatever minor cannabinoids happened to be in the plant—uncontrolled, unmeasured, never lab-verified
• Terpenes: Essentially none. The solvent and heat process destroyed them
• Solvents: Extracted with naphtha (petroleum-based) or 99% isopropyl alcohol—neither food-grade. Residual solvent risk was significant
• Standardization: None. Every batch was different

This is the product that built the RSO legend. But it’s also a product that could never meet modern safety standards—a fact that’s especially relevant in Harrison County, where we expect the same quality controls for our supplements that we do for our food and medicine.

OilWell’s RSO: Built for Harrison County’s Reality

Our Story: From a Dog Named Bentley to Your Medicine Cabinet

OilWell Cannabis didn’t start in a boardroom. It started with a dog.

Bentley was more than a pet—he was family. When he became paralyzed and veterinarians told us euthanasia was the only option, we refused to accept it. A rescue worker named Jessica asked a question that changed everything: “You’ve moved how many tons of weed and you’ve never heard of CBD?”

That question led us to create a CBD golden paste that got Bentley back on his feet. From paralyzed to playing fetch. He lived another ten years, dying naturally at age twenty. During those years, we developed specialized formulas for every age-related condition he faced—neurodegeneration, dementia, glaucoma, crippling arthritis. We learned that single cannabinoids weren’t enough. We needed multiple cannabinoids working together, each targeting different pathways.

That decade of formulation work—born from love, not profit—became the foundation of our RSO. It’s why our formula contains seven cannabinoids instead of just one. It’s why we’re obsessive about precision. Bentley’s life depended on it.

And then there was Colin’s own battle. PTSD. Benzodiazepine addiction. Quitting Xanax cold turkey using the same cannabinoid knowledge that saved Bentley. Those midnight experiments during withdrawal became our Peace Gummies formula. The vape form that Colin personally uses for insomnia and severe PTSD? That’s the same formulation Harrison County residents can now access.

We didn’t build this company to sell products. We built it because we lived the desperation that so many of you are living right now.

Why We’re Different: The Four Pillars That Matter in Harrison County

1. Accessibility Over Gatekeeping

In Harrison County, you don’t have a local dispensary. You can’t get a medical card because Indiana doesn’t have a real medical cannabis program. To access cannabis, you’d have to drive two hours to the nearest Illinois dispensary in Harrisburg (assuming you can afford the time and gas), or four hours to Michigan.

We designed our system for your reality. No medical card required. Anyone 21+ can purchase. We ship directly to your door in Corydon, Lanesville, Elizabeth, Palmyra—every town and rural route in Harrison County. Our products arrive in discreet packaging via USPS Priority Mail (2-3 business days), so your neighbors don’t need to know your business.

2. Patient-Controlled Potency

We know many of you work in manufacturing, agriculture, or other jobs that require you to be sharp and sober. Traditional RSO is always psychoactive. Our formula gives you a choice.

Our sublingual oil contains 1,500mg of THCa—the raw, non-psychoactive precursor to THC. Use it raw, and you get anti-inflammatory benefits without impairment. Perfect for daytime use, for working around machinery at the plant in New Middletown, or for driving into Louisville for a doctor’s appointment.

Want the full psychoactive experience? Heat the oil at 260°F for 45-60 minutes, and that THCa converts to approximately 1,315mg of delta-9 THC. Combined with the 90mg already in the bottle and 6,000mg of delta-8 THC, you get a product comparable to traditional illegal RSO—except you made that choice in your own kitchen, not in a dealer’s back room.

3. Open-Source Formulas

Let’s be honest: $129.99 for our sublingual oil is a significant investment for many families in Harrison County, where the median household income is around $60,000. We get it.

That’s why we publish our complete formula publicly. Every milligram. Every percentage. If you can’t afford our product, you can source the individual cannabinoid distillates and make your own version. We’ll even tell you where to find the ingredients and how to mix them safely.

This isn’t marketing—it’s our core value. Rick Simpson gave his oil away for free. We can’t do that at scale, but we can give you the recipe. That’s the Harrison County way: helping your neighbor, sharing knowledge, empowering people to help themselves.

4. Evidence-Informed, Not Evidence-Overstated

In Harrison County, we don’t have time for snake oil. When your back’s against the wall with chronic pain, cancer, or PTSD, you need straight facts—not hype.

Every claim we make is backed by peer-reviewed research, which we’ve compiled in the General Knowledge section below. We tell you what’s proven (CBD for seizures, THC for chemo nausea), what’s promising but needs more study (CBG for inflammation, CBN for sleep), and what’s overstated (anyone claiming cannabis “cures” cancer).

We hold ourselves to the same evidence standards we apply to everyone else. That’s the difference between a company that wants to sell you something and a company that wants to earn your trust.

Farm Bill Compliance: Legal in Harrison County, Indiana

We know your first question: “Is this legal in Indiana?”

Yes. Here’s why.

The 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp-derived products containing less than 0.3% delta-9 THC by dry weight at the federal level. Our sublingual oil contains only 90mg of delta-9 THC in a 30mL bottle—that’s 3mg per mL, well under the 0.3% threshold.

THCa is not delta-9 THC. It’s the acidic precursor. Our product contains 1,500mg of THCa, which is legal at the point of sale. When you heat it at home, it converts to delta-9 THC, but that conversion happens in your kitchen, not in our lab.

We ship to Indiana legally, with full Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and documentation. We’ve delivered to customers in Corydon, Elizabeth, and across Southern Indiana. The package arrives discreetly—no cannabis branding, just a plain box.

Important legal notice: You are responsible for understanding Indiana law. While our product meets federal standards, Indiana state law can be ambiguous about THC isomers. We provide documentation, but you accept legal responsibility. Do not operate vehicles or machinery while using the psychoactive version.

Solvent-Free Production: What Harrison County Should Expect

Traditional RSO used naphtha or isopropyl alcohol—solvents you wouldn’t want in your body. We don’t extract. We formulate.

Our process starts with purified cannabinoid distillates and isolates—each batch individually tested. We blend them in organic MCT oil (medium-chain triglycerides), a food-grade carrier that tastes neutral and absorbs efficiently under your tongue.

Every batch is third-party tested for:

• Cannabinoid potency (accuracy within ±2%)
• Heavy metals (arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury)
• Pesticides (400+ compounds)
• Residual solvents (FDA Class 3 limits)
• Microbial contaminants (E. coli, Salmonella, Aspergillus)

We provide COAs on request. In Harrison County, where you can’t just walk into a dispensary and ask to see test results, this transparency is non-negotiable.

Two Formats for Different Harrison County Needs

RSO Sublingual Oil — $129.99

• 30mL bottle, 16,590mg total cannabinoids (553mg/mL)
• 7 cannabinoids, 5% live terpenes
• Onset: 15-45 minutes, Duration: 4-6 hours
• Best for: Sustained relief, sleep support, daytime functional use (raw), nighttime potency (decarbed)
• Perfect for: The manufacturing worker in New Salisbury needing all-day pain management without impairment, or the cancer patient in Corydon wanting sleep support during treatment

RSO Vape Cartridge — $49.99

• 1g cartridge, 900mg+ total cannabinoids
• 6 cannabinoids (THCa auto-decarbs at vaping temp), 5%+ terpenes
• Onset: 1-2 minutes, Duration: 2-4 hours
• Best for: Acute breakthrough pain, panic attacks, nausea, instant relief
• Perfect for: The veteran in Elizabeth experiencing sudden PTSD flashbacks, or the chronic pain sufferer in Lanesville needing immediate relief while waiting for the sublingual oil to kick in

When to Use Each Format in Harrison County

Condition-Specific Usage: For Harrison County’s Real Challenges

For Chronic Pain (Manufacturing, Agriculture, Old Injuries)

Many of you work with your bodies—at the automotive parts plant, on the farm, in construction. Chronic pain is everywhere in Harrison County, and the opioid epidemic hit us hard. Our formula delivers:

• CBD (4,500mg) and CBG (3,000mg) for anti-inflammatory action
• Beta-caryophyllene (in terpenes) as a CB2 agonist targeting inflammation
• THCa (1,500mg raw) for COX-2 inhibition without impairment
• Delta-8 THC (6,000mg) for analgesic effects when activated

Starting point: 0.5mL sublingual raw in the morning before work, 1.0mL decarbed at night for sleep.

For Cancer Support (While Getting Treatment in Louisville)

If you’re driving to U of L Health or Norton Cancer Institute, you’re already fighting hard. RSO can be complementary support, NOT a replacement for treatment.

• Pre-chemo: 0.5mL sublingual 1 hour before appointment
• Breakthrough nausea: 2-3 vape puffs
• Post-treatment: 0.5mL every 6 hours as needed
• Sleep: 1-2mL before bed (delivers 25-50mg CBN)

Evidence: Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC have documented antiemetic effects for chemo nausea [1][9][13]. CBD can buffer anxiety [3].

For PTSD (Veterans and Trauma Survivors)

Harrison County has strong veteran communities, and trauma doesn’t stay on the battlefield. Colin’s personal story—quitting Xanax cold turkey using these formulas—speaks directly to this.

• Daytime anxiety: 0.3mL raw sublingual (CBD + CBG, no impairment)
• Night terrors: 1.0mL decarbed sublingual + vape as needed
• Evidence: CBD anxiety evidence [3], Delta-8 for PTSD symptoms (anecdotal from our veteran customers)

For Sleep Disorders

Between shift work at the plant and stress from making ends meet, sleep is elusive here.

• Before bed: 1-2mL sublingual (delivers 25-50mg CBN)
• Evidence: CBN sleep literature is modest but promising at these doses [16][17]

General Rule for All Harrison County Users: Start low, go slow. Begin with 0.25-0.5mL and assess over 2-3 hours. Your response depends on weight, metabolism, and what you had for dinner at the Lincoln Logs Restaurant.

Delivery to Harrison County: How It Works

We can’t offer same-day delivery to Corydon—our Houston roots don’t stretch that far yet. But we can get our RSO to you reliably and discreetly.

• Shipping Method: USPS Priority Mail (2-3 business days) or FedEx Ground (3-5 days)
• Packaging: Plain box, no cannabis branding, no smell
• Tracking: Provided with every order
• Discretion: Your mail carrier won’t know. Your neighbors won’t know. Only you know.
• COAs Included: Full lab documentation in the package—show it to your doctor, keep it for your records

Cost for Harrison County: Standard shipping rates apply. We’re not marking up for rural delivery. The product costs the same whether you’re in downtown Houston or on a back road near Central Barren.

International Note: We’ve shipped to multiple countries, but for Harrison County residents, domestic U.S. shipping is what matters. Indiana law allows hemp-derived products under 0.3% delta-9 THC, and we comply.

Media Recognition: Why ABC13 Houston’s Coverage Matters to You in Harrison County

You might wonder: “Why should I care what a Houston TV station thinks?” Here’s why: ABC13 (KTRK) is the ABC affiliate in America’s fourth-largest city. When they need an expert on cannabis, they call Colin Valencia—seven times over four years, by five different reporters. That’s not PR. That’s credibility earned through consistency, accuracy, and radical honesty.

September 2019: They featured us as CBD businesses were booming. Colin’s quote—”I’m not trying to sell people snake oil”—became our manifesto.

May 2021: When Delta-8 confusion hit, Steve Campion interviewed Colin. The iconic exchange: “Maybe you want to get high.” Uncensored honesty on mainstream TV. That clip still circulates because it’s real.

August 2021: We gave away 1,000 caviar pre-rolls (about $35,000 in product) to encourage COVID vaccination. We coordinated with the City of Houston. No political agenda—just community health.

October 2021: When Texas banned Delta-8 overnight, we were the source ABC13 came to. Colin had already removed all Delta-8 products and was warning other operators who were unknowingly shipping Schedule I narcotics. That’s ethical leadership.

October 2022: The Biden pardon feature revealed Colin’s personal marijuana conviction history. Suddenly, every prior quote carried more weight. This isn’t theoretical for us. We’ve lived the consequences of prohibition.

April 2023: On 4/20, Colin framed the current moment as a “Renaissance”—a time to appreciate what’s possible now while working toward what’s next.

What does this mean for you in Harrison County? It means you’re buying from a company with a media record that proves integrity over profit, action over talk, and honesty over hype. That’s the kind of company you want when you’re making decisions about your health.

The Science: What Actually Works (And What Doesn’t)

We know Harrison County residents are practical people. You want evidence, not promises. Here’s what the research actually says about each compound in our formula.

CBD: The Most Studied Cannabinoid

What’s Proven: Purified CBD is FDA-approved for certain rare seizure disorders (Epidiolex). That’s the strongest human evidence we have [1][2].

What’s Promising: A 2024 meta-analysis of 316 participants across eight studies found significant anxiety reduction, but researchers stressed the sample is still limited [3]. Pain research is promising but heterogeneous—quality varies [4]. Sleep research is methodologically weak [5].

The Warning: CBD can elevate liver enzymes and cause drug interactions, especially important if you’re on multiple medications—a common scenario for chronic pain patients [6].

CBG: The “Mother Cannabinoid”

The Reality: Mostly preclinical evidence. A 2021 review found CBG interacts with cannabinoid receptors, alpha-2 adrenoceptors, and 5-HT1A receptors—mechanistically interesting but not clinically established [7]. A 2024 review confirmed therapeutic potential but noted human evidence is sparse [8].

Bottom Line for Harrison County: CBG is promising for inflammation and neuroprotection, but it’s not a miracle worker yet. We’re including it because the science is plausible and we’re planning for the future as research develops.

Delta-8 THC: Not “Weed Lite”

The Reality: It’s psychoactive. A 2022 review found delta-8 and delta-9 have similar pharmacokinetics, though delta-8 is less potent [9]. A 2023 scoping review noted most evidence is animal studies and public health concerns, with reports of adverse effects [10]. Manufacturing quality is a concern [11].

Bottom Line: Delta-8 is not trivial. It’s not “safe because it’s hemp-derived.” It’s a real cannabinoid with real effects and real risks. We include it at 6,000mg because the therapeutic potential is significant, but you need to respect it.

THCa: The Legal Loophole That Actually Works

The Chemistry: THCa is the acidic precursor. It doesn’t get you high. But heat it to 260°F for 45-60 minutes, and it converts to delta-9 THC at a rate of 1mg THCa = 0.877mg THC [12].

The Research: In vitro and rodent studies suggest anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and antineoplastic possibilities—but these aren’t human outcomes yet [12].

The Harrison County Application: This is your legal pathway. Buy it raw, use it non-psychoactively when you need to work, then decarb it when you need full strength. No other product gives you this flexibility legally.

Delta-9 THC: The Heavy Hitter

What’s Proven: NCCIH acknowledges THC-containing medicines work for chemo nausea, HIV/AIDS appetite loss, and some MS/pain symptoms [1].

The Risks: A 2022 systematic review found high-THC products help short-term pain but increase dizziness, sedation, and treatment discontinuation [13]. A 2025 review linked high-concentration THC to psychosis, schizophrenia, and cannabis use disorder [15].

The Harrison County Reality: Many of you have manufacturing jobs that drug test. Even if you decarb our product, delta-8 and delta-9 will trigger positive results. Use raw THCa if you need to stay functional for work.

CBN: The Sleep Myth

The Truth: Marketing has outpaced evidence. A 2021 review screened 99 human-study abstracts on CBN and sleep and found no clinical trials using validated measures [16]. A 2024 sleep review concluded cannabinoid sleep research still doesn’t match real-world use [17].

Why We Include It: At 750mg per bottle (25mg per mL), we’re providing the dose that emerging literature suggests might be effective, but we’re not promising miracles. The science is immature. We tell you that upfront.

CBC: The Future Cannabinoid

The Status: A 2024 review called CBC “clinically immature” despite commercial availability [18]. Preclinical work shows anti-inflammatory and analgesic potential [19], but human evidence is sparse.

Bottom Line: We’re including it because the pharmacology is distinct and promising. As research develops, we believe CBC will become more important.

Terpenes: The Aroma Advantage (With Caution)

Our formula includes 5% live terpenes: limonene, myrcene, caryophyllene, pinene, linalool, humulene, and terpinolene. They smell amazing—citrus, forest, lavender, spice—and they may have biological activity.

The Evidence: Mostly preclinical. A 2024 entourage-effect review found terpene bioactivity plausible but concluded robust human proof is limited [20][29].

Specifics:

• Limonene: Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory in preclinical studies [21], but can be allergenic when oxidized [22]
• Myrcene: Preclinical anxiolytic and analgesic effects [23], but human evidence is weak
• Caryophyllene: The standout—a selective CB2 agonist with anti-inflammatory potential [24]
• Pinene & Linalool: Preclinical neuroprotective signals [25][26], but human trials are lacking
• Humulene & Terpinolene: Early research, mostly preclinical [27][28]

For Harrison County: These terpenes make our product smell like a walk through O’Bannon Woods after rain—fresh, piney, earthy. The sensory experience matters. The therapeutic potential is bonus.

Our Promise to Harrison County

We know you’re skeptical. You’ve been burned by promises before. You’ve seen friends hurt by the opioid crisis. You’ve watched the legislature in Indianapolis fail year after year to pass meaningful cannabis reform. You’re tired of waiting.

We can’t change Indiana law from Houston. But we can give you something that works within the law as it stands. We can give you a product that’s:

• Legal to ship to your Corydon address
• Lab-tested and transparent
• Flexible enough for your work schedule and life demands
• Available even if you can’t afford it (open-source formula)
• Backed by the most honest science we can find

We’ve earned media recognition we can’t buy. We’ve lived the consequences of prohibition. We’ve watched cannabis save a dog’s life and help a man kick benzos. We’ve helped veterans in Houston, and we want to help veterans in Harrison County.

This is more than a brand. It’s the mission that started when Bentley got up and brought his ball to play. It’s the promise Colin made when he said, “I’m not trying to sell people snake oil.” It’s our commitment to you, whether you’re in Montrose, Houston, or on a back porch in Laconia, Indiana.

Ready to Try RSO in Harrison County?

Order Online: www.oilwellcbd.com

Questions? Call us: (832) 416-2816 or email [email protected]

Follow Us: @oilwellcbd on Instagram for updates, education, and community stories

Visit Us: If you’re ever in Houston, stop by 810 Richmond Avenue in Montrose. We’d love to meet you.

For Harrison County residents, we recommend starting with the sublingual oil. It’s the most versatile, cost-effective option. Use it raw for a week. See how your body responds. Then decide if you want to activate the THCa for more potent effects.

We’ll be here—same phone number, same email, same commitment to honesty—whether you buy from us or make it yourself using our open-source formula.

Because at the end of the day, this isn’t about us. It’s about you getting relief. It’s about the veteran in Palmyra sleeping through the night. It’s about the farmer in Central Barren managing arthritis without opioids. It’s about the cancer patient in Corydon having support through chemo.

That’s why we do this work. That’s why we published this guide for Harrison County.