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

If you’re reading this in Poinsett County, chances are you’ve heard about Rick Simpson Oil through whispered conversations at the co-op in Harrisburg, or maybe from a neighbor in Marked Tree who’s been fighting cancer, or perhaps from a veteran in Trumann struggling with pain that pills just can’t touch anymore. Maybe you’re one of the thousands in Northeast Arkansas who’ve been failed by conventional medicine and are searching for alternatives that actually make sense for our rural communities.

We get it. Poinsett County isn’t Houston or Little Rock. When you’re dealing with chronic pain out here between the cotton fields and the Mississippi Delta, you don’t have time for hype. You need honest answers about what RSO is, whether it’s legal in Arkansas, and how it might help with the health challenges our community faces every day.

We’re OilWell Cannabis, and we’re reaching out to Poinsett County with something different: real science, real transparency, and formulas that put control back in your hands. This guide gives you everything you need to make an informed decision about RSO — no snake oil, no false hope, just the facts we wish we’d known when we started this journey.

Understanding RSO: From Nova Scotia to Northeast Arkansas

Who Was Rick Simpson?

Rick Simpson wasn’t a doctor or scientist — he was a power plant engineer from Nova Scotia who got hurt on the job in 1997 and found himself trapped in the same cycle many Poinsett County residents know too well. His doctors gave him pills that made things worse. When he asked about cannabis as an alternative, his physician dismissed it. Sound familiar? That story resonates across Arkansas, where we still see patients traveling hours to Jonesboro or Memphis just to find a doctor who won’t look at them sideways for asking about medical cannabis.

Simpson’s pivotal moment came in 2003 when he claimed concentrated cannabis oil removed skin lesions his doctor diagnosed as cancer. He had no biopsy confirmation, no clinical trial, no peer-reviewed study — just his personal experience. But that experience became the spark for a global movement. By 2005, he was giving his oil away for free in Canada, helping people with everything from cancer to glaucoma to chronic pain.

Why This Matters for Poinsett County: Simpson’s story spread through underground networks because patients were desperate for options when the medical system failed them. Here in Poinsett County, where the nearest cancer center might be 50 miles away in Jonesboro and specialist appointments can take months, that desperation is real. We honor Simpson for bringing attention to cannabinoids when nobody else would — but we’re also honest about what he got wrong.

The Traditional RSO Protocol vs. Reality

Simpson’s famous 60-gram protocol was designed around crude, single-strain cannabis he made in a rice cooker using naphtha or isopropyl alcohol. He recommended starting with a dose the size of half a grain of rice, building up to 1 gram per day — that’s 600-900mg of THC daily at peak dosing. For perspective, that’s 30-45 times the typical medical cannabis dose.

Critical Problems with the Traditional Approach:

• No standardization: Every batch was different. No lab testing, no COAs, no way to know what you’re actually taking
• Hazardous solvents: Naphtha contains benzene and other carcinogens. Incomplete purging leaves toxic residues
• Extreme THC exposure: 600-900mg/day carries serious risks — severe intoxication, anxiety, tachycardia, and cannabis use disorder
• No evidence: No controlled trials, no peer-reviewed validation, just anecdotal stories
• Real harm potential: Encouraging cancer patients to use RSO instead of proven therapies can delay treatment and worsen outcomes

Poinsett County Context: When you’re dealing with cancer at NEA Baptist Memorial or facing chronic pain after years of farm work, you need more than hope. You need a product that’s safe, tested, and consistent. The traditional “RSO” being talked about at the hardware store in Lepanto might bear no resemblance to what Simpson actually made — and what Simpson made bears no resemblance to what modern science tells us is safe.

How OilWell’s RSO Is Different: Built for Real People, Backed by Real Science

Our RSO formulas don’t follow Simpson’s protocol — they solve the problems his approach created. We built this for patients like the ones we serve from Poinsett County: people who need relief but can’t afford to be impaired during harvest season, who need reliable dosing, and who deserve to know exactly what’s in their medicine.

Four Core Principles That Matter for Arkansas

1. Accessibility Without Gatekeeping – No medical card required. If you’re 21+, you can order directly. We ship to Harrisburg, Trumann, Marked Tree, and everywhere else in Poinsett County. No need to drive to Little Rock for a specialist appointment or pay $200 for a medical cannabis evaluation.

2. You Control the Potency – Our formula contains THCa, the non-psychoactive precursor to THC. Use it raw for daytime relief without getting high, or heat it at home to convert THCa to THC for full psychoactive effects. It’s legal under the Farm Bill because the product itself contains less than 0.3% delta-9 THC at the point of sale.

3. Open-Source Transparency – We publish our complete formulas publicly. If you can’t afford our products, you can source the ingredients and make your own. That’s our commitment to the same free-access spirit Simpson had, but with modern safety standards.

4. Evidence-Based, Not Hype-Driven – Every compound in our formula is tied to peer-reviewed research. We tell you what’s proven, what’s promising, and what’s still uncertain.

The Legal Framework: Why This Works in Arkansas

The 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp-derived products containing less than 0.3% delta-9 THC. Our sublingual oil contains only 90mg of delta-9 THC in the entire 30mL bottle — well under the federal limit.

For Poinsett County residents: This means you can legally order our products online and have them shipped to your home in Weiner or Tyronza. Unlike Texas’s restrictive medical program (which only has about 10,000 active patients statewide), our Farm Bill-compliant products don’t require a doctor’s approval or state registration.

Important Arkansas-Specific Note: Arkansas does have a medical marijuana program, but it’s limited to specific qualifying conditions. Our hemp-derived products exist in a separate legal category. However, we always advise checking current state and local regulations, as cannabis laws evolve.

The Formulas: Complete Transparency

RSO Sublingual Oil – $129.99

This is our flagship product — 30mL of precisely formulated cannabinoids in organic MCT oil.

Exact Cannabinoid Content:

• CBD: 4,500mg (27.1%)
• Delta-8 THC: 6,000mg (36.2%)
• CBG: 3,000mg (18.1%)
• THCa: 1,500mg (9.0%)
• CBC: 750mg (4.5%)
• CBN: 750mg (4.5%)
• Delta-9 THC: 90mg (0.5%)
• Total: 16,590mg cannabinoids at 553mg/mL

Terpene Profile (5% live terpenes):

• Limonene (citrus-bright) – potential mood support
• Myrcene – relaxation properties
• Caryophyllene (pepper/spice) – CB2 receptor agonist, anti-inflammatory
• Pinene (forest-fresh) – alertness support
• Linalool (lavender) – calming
• Humulene (earthy) – anti-inflammatory
• Terpinolene (piney/fruity) – complex effects

For Poinsett County use: The graduated dropper lets you dose precisely in 0.1mL increments — that’s 55.3mg of total cannabinoids per dropper marking. Start with 0.25mL (138mg total cannabinoids) and adjust based on your response.

Onset & Duration:

• Sublingual absorption: 15-45 minutes
• Peak effects: 1-2 hours
• Duration: 4-6 hours
• Bioavailability: 13-19% (bypasses some first-pass liver metabolism)

RSO Vape Cartridge – $49.99

For breakthrough symptoms when you need relief in minutes rather than hours.

Cannabinoid Profile (1 gram cartridge):

• CBD: 30%
• CBG: 20%
• Delta-8 THC: 15%
• THCa: 10%
• CBC: 10%
• CBN: 10%
• Live terpenes: 5%+

For Poinsett County use: This is ideal for acute pain flares, panic attacks, or breakthrough nausea. Works with any 510-thread battery. Each puff delivers freshly decarboxylated cannabinoids — THCa automatically converts to THC at vaping temperature (400-450°F).

Onset & Duration:

• Inhalation onset: 1-2 minutes
• Peak: 10-15 minutes
• Duration: 2-4 hours
• Bioavailability: 10-35% (varies by inhalation technique)

The Decarboxylation Choice: Your Control, Your Schedule

Here’s what makes our formula revolutionary for Poinsett County residents: you decide the potency.

Option 1: Raw (Non-Psychoactive)
Use the oil straight from the bottle. All 1,500mg of THCa stays as THCa. You get anti-inflammatory benefits via COX-2 inhibition and neuroprotection via PPARγ pathways without any high. Perfect for daytime use when you’re operating tractors, driving to Jonesboro for errands, or need to stay sharp for work.

Option 2: Fully Activated at Home
Transfer your desired dose to an oven-safe glass container. Heat at 260°F for 45-60 minutes. This converts 1,500mg THCa → ~1,315mg delta-9 THC. Combined with the 90mg already present and 6,000mg delta-8 THC, you get ~1,405mg total psychoactive THC. That’s comparable to traditional high-THC RSO, but you activated it legally in your own kitchen.

Option 3: Partial Activation
Decarb only half your dose to create a custom ratio. This hybrid approach gives you some psychoactive effect while maintaining functional clarity.

The Math: 1mg THCa converts to 0.877mg delta-9 THC (loses CO₂ molecule during heating).

Solvent-Free Production: Safety You Can Verify

Traditional RSO used naphtha — a petroleum product that can contain benzene. We don’t extract with solvents at all. We blend purified cannabinoid distillates and isolates in a controlled environment.

Third-Party Lab Testing Includes:

• Potency verification (HPLC/UHPLC analysis, ±2% accuracy)
• Heavy metals screening (arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury)
• 400+ pesticide compound screening
• Residual solvent testing (FDA Class 3 limits <5,000 ppm)
• Microbial pathogen screening (E. coli, Salmonella, Aspergillus)

Certificates of Analysis (COAs) are available for every batch. For Poinsett County customers, this means what you see on the label is what’s in the bottle — something you can’t verify with black-market products or homemade extracts.

Evidence for Each Component: What the Science Actually Says

CBD (4,500mg in sublingual oil)

Best Evidence: Seizure disorders. The FDA approved Epidiolex for specific rare epilepsies based on robust clinical trials. That’s the gold standard.

For Poinsett County: While epilepsy affects locals (Arkansas has higher-than-average rates of certain seizure disorders), most Poinsett County residents are interested in CBD for pain and anxiety.

Pain Research: A 2024 systematic review found “promising but heterogeneous” results for chronic pain. The quality of existing trials limits confidence. Translation: it helps some people, but we can’t predict who.

Anxiety Research: A 2024 meta-analysis of 316 participants showed statistically significant anxiety reduction, but authors stressed the clinical sample is limited. More trials needed.

Safety Concerns: CBD can elevate liver enzymes and interact with medications metabolized by the liver. If you’re taking prescriptions for diabetes, heart conditions, or pain management (common in Poinsett County), consult your doctor first.

CBG (3,000mg)

Research Status: Mostly preclinical. A 2021 pharmacology review noted CBG is being sold commercially while evidence remains thin. Mechanistically interesting (interacts with CB1, CB2, alpha-2 adrenoceptors, 5-HT1A), but human data is sparse.

For Poinsett County: The anti-inflammatory potential could benefit arthritis sufferers (common among our agricultural workers), but this is still hypothesis-stage, not proven therapy.

Delta-8 THC (6,000mg)

What It Is: A psychoactive THC isomer, less potent than delta-9 but still active. A 2022 review found it has “broadly similar pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic behavior” to delta-9 THC.

Safety Alert: A 2023 scoping review found adverse event reports and emphasized regulatory concerns. Manufacturing quality varies widely. Our 6,000mg dose is substantial — this is not a “mild” cannabinoid.

For Poinsett County: If you’re subject to drug testing at work (common in manufacturing, healthcare, or transportation jobs in Northeast Arkansas), delta-8 WILL trigger a positive test. The claim that “hemp-derived means safe for testing” is false.

THCa (1,500mg)

Non-Psychoactive Potential: The acidic precursor to THC. Research suggests anti-inflammatory effects via COX-2 inhibition (like NSAIDs) and neuroprotection via PPARγ pathways.

Key Caveat: THCa converts to THC with heat. Our product gives you the choice, but once you decarb it, you’re creating psychoactive THC. Store it properly to prevent accidental conversion.

For Poinsett County: This is ideal for daytime use when you need relief but must stay functional for farm work, factory shifts, or caring for family.

CBN (750mg)

The Sleep Cannabinoid? Marketing says yes. Evidence says not so fast.

Reality Check: A 2021 review screened 99 human studies on CBN and sleep and found NO clinical trials using validated sleep measures. None.

Our Take: We include 750mg because the preclinical rationale is plausible and we want to offer a comprehensive formula, but we won’t claim it’s a proven sleep aid. The 25-50mg you get per dose is above the threshold some early research explored, but it’s still experimental.

CBC (750mg)

Emerging Science: A 2024 review described CBC as having “distinct pharmacodynamics” and highlighted antinociceptive (pain-blocking) and antibacterial potential. But it also noted CBC is being sold “despite little evidence establishing clinical efficacy or safety.”

Translation: Interesting molecule, early stage. Don’t bet your health on it alone.

Terpenes: The Aromatic Dimension

Our 5% live terpene blend adds sensory complexity and potential synergy, but the evidence is limited:

• Caryophyllene is most interesting as a CB2 agonist (direct cannabinoid receptor interaction)
• Limonene, myrcene, pinene, linalool have preclinical anti-inflammatory or calming signals but weak human data
• Safety note: Limonene and linalool can oxidize into allergens that cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals

For Poinsett County: If you have sensitive skin or respiratory issues (common with agricultural chemical exposures), start with a small test dose.

Condition-Specific Guidance for Poinsett County Residents

Chronic Pain (Arthritis, Back Pain, Neuropathy)

Daytime Protocol: 0.3-0.5mL raw sublingual. Delivers CBD, CBG, and THCa for anti-inflammatory effects without impairment. Keep a vape cartridge handy for breakthrough pain (2-3 puffs, 1-2 minute onset).

Nighttime Protocol: 0.5-1.0mL decarboxylated sublingual before bed. The converted THC plus CBN may help with both pain and sleep.

Evidence: CBD and delta-9 THC show modest pain benefit in systematic reviews, but also increased side effects. CBG’s anti-inflammatory potential is preclinical. Caryophyllene’s CB2 activation may help, but human proof is limited.

Local Context: If you’ve been prescribed opioids at the Poinsett Medical Center pain clinic, this could be an adjunct, not a replacement. Never discontinue prescribed medication without medical supervision.

Sleep Issues

Protocol: 1.0-2.0mL sublingual 1 hour before bed.

At 2.0mL, you get 50mg CBN — the dose level explored in recent sleep literature (though that literature is weak). The delta-8 THC and decarboxylated THCa add sedating effects.

Caution: If you have sleep apnea (common in our region due to obesity rates), cannabinoids can affect respiratory drive. Consult a sleep specialist in Jonesboro before using.

Anxiety and PTSD

Daytime: 0.3mL raw sublingual. CBD shows anxiolytic effects in meta-analyses, though sample sizes are limited. CBG adds potential benefit. Linalool and limonene terpenes may contribute calming effects.

For Veterans: Poinsett County has a significant veteran population. Our Asshole Peach product (not detailed here but mentioned for context) is particularly favored by veterans for PTSD. The RSO vape offers fast relief during panic episodes.

Critical Note: If you’re receiving treatment at the VA clinic in Jonesboro or working with a PTSD specialist, discuss cannabinoid use with them. Cannabis can interact with trauma therapy.

Cancer Support (During Chemo)

Pre-chemo: 0.5-1.0mL sublingual 1 hour before treatment. Delta-8 THC has documented anti-nausea effects weaker than delta-9 but still significant.

Breakthrough nausea: 2-3 vape puffs during treatment.

Post-chemo: 0.5mL every 6 hours as needed.

Reality Check: The National Cancer Institute explicitly states: “Cannabis has not been shown to treat cancer.” Preclinical studies show THC and CBD can kill cancer cells in Petri dishes and slow tumors in mice. ZERO human trials have demonstrated cancer cure. Use this for symptom management alongside conventional treatment at NEA Baptist or St. Bernards, not as replacement therapy.

Safety First: What Poinsett County Needs to Know

Drug Interactions

CBD inhibits liver enzymes (CYP3A4, CYP2D6) that metabolize many common medications:

• Blood thinners (warfarin, Eliquis) — can increase bleeding risk
• Heart medications (beta blockers, statins) — can alter effectiveness
• Anti-seizure drugs — can change levels
• Opioids — can increase sedation (dangerous in a region already hit by opioid crisis)
• Diabetes medications — can affect blood sugar

Action: Bring our product label to your pharmacist at Fred’s in Trumann or Walmart in Harrisburg. Ask them to check for interactions with your current meds.

Mental Health Risks

A 2025 systematic review found high-concentration THC products are consistently associated with increased psychosis, schizophrenia, and cannabis use disorder risk. Our activated formula delivers substantial THC.

If you or a family member has a history of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe anxiety, use extreme caution or avoid psychoactive cannabinoids entirely.

Impairment and Daily Life in Poinsett County

• DUI: Arkansas law prohibits driving under influence of cannabis, including hemp-derived THC. Our raw formula won’t impair you. Our activated or vaped formula WILL.
• Workplace Testing: Delta-8 THC and activated THCa trigger positive drug tests. If you work at the Nestlé plant in Jonesboro, the hospital in Harrisburg, or any job requiring safety-sensitive testing, use the raw form only or abstain.
• Farming Operations: Operating combines, tractors, or other heavy equipment while impaired is illegal and dangerous. Our daytime protocol using raw oil is designed for this.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

NIH explicitly warns against cannabis use during pregnancy. Cannabinoids cross the placenta and enter breast milk. If you’re receiving prenatal care at NEA Baptist or Poinsett Medical Center, discuss any cannabis use with your OB/GYN.

Pediatric Exposure

Keep all products locked away from children. The colorful packaging (designed for adult appeal) can attract kids. Our graduated dropper delivers adult doses — a full dropper for you could be dangerous for a child.

How Poinsett County Residents Can Access Our Products

Nationwide Shipping to Your Door

We ship directly to every town in Poinsett County:

• Harrisburg (county seat) — 2-3 business days via USPS Priority
• Trumann — 2-3 business days
• Marked Tree — 2-3 business days
• Lepanto — 2-3 business days
• Tyronza — 2-3 business days
• Weiner — 2-3 business days
• All unincorporated areas — 2-3 business days

Shipping Details:

• Discreet packaging (no cannabis branding visible)
• Temperature-stable for Arkansas summers
• Tracking provided
• Signature-required option available
• Full documentation and COAs included for customs if needed

Cost: $129.99 for sublingual oil (30mL, ~40-60 doses). That’s $2.16-$3.25 per dose for a multi-cannabinoid formula that would cost hundreds to assemble yourself.

What You’ll Receive

Each order includes:

1. 30mL amber glass bottle with child-resistant cap and graduated dropper
2. Printed dosing guide specific to Poinsett County’s legal framework
3. QR code linking to batch-specific COA
4. Decarboxylation instructions for those choosing activation
5. Customer service contact: (832) 416-2816 or [email protected]

Local Pickup? Not Available Yet.

We don’t currently have a retail partner in Poinsett County (we’re working on it). For now, direct shipping is your best option. The HydroShack Hydroponics partnership you saw in our ABC13 features is Houston-only.

International Access (For Relatives Overseas)

If you have family in Canada, Europe, or elsewhere asking about sending RSO, our Farm Bill-compliant status makes international shipping possible to jurisdictions with compatible hemp laws. They accept all customs risk; we provide full documentation.

The Evidence Connection: Why We Don’t Hide the Science

Every claim we make traces back to peer-reviewed research. Our GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section contains 29 references from journals like The British Journal of Pharmacology, Annals of Internal Medicine, and Nature Reviews Cancer.

We apply the same standards to ourselves that we apply to Rick Simpson’s claims. When we say delta-8 THC has anti-nausea potential, we cite the 2022 review showing its CB1 agonism. When we say CBN sleep claims are overstated, we reference the 2021 review that found zero clinical trials with validated sleep measures.

For Poinsett County’s healthcare providers: If you’re a physician, nurse practitioner, or pharmacist reading this, we invite you to review our citations. Our formulas are designed to be discussed in clinical settings. The 16,590mg total cannabinoid content per bottle is documented; the 553mg/mL concentration is verified by HPLC testing with ±2% accuracy.

Our Story: Why This Matters to Us

Bentley’s Legacy: The Dog Who Started It All

Bentley was Colin’s paralyzed dog facing euthanasia. Veterinary medicine had nothing left to offer. A rescue worker’s question — “You’ve moved how many tons of weed and you’ve never heard of CBD?” — led to a CBD golden paste formula that got Bentley walking again. He lived ten more years.

That wasn’t placebo. Dogs don’t respond to placebo. That was real plant medicine doing what pharmaceuticals couldn’t.

Bentley’s ten-year journey taught us that single cannabinoids aren’t enough. His neurodegeneration required CBG. His dementia needed CBC. His arthritis demanded multi-pathway anti-inflammation. Every condition taught us something that became part of our RSO formula.

For Poinsett County Pet Owners: We published Bentley’s exact CBD golden paste recipe in our ABOUT OILWELL section. If your dog or cat is suffering, you can make it yourself. That’s our open-source promise.

Colin’s Personal Battle: PTSD and Benzo Withdrawal

Colin used the same cannabinoid knowledge that saved Bentley to quit Xanax cold turkey — a notoriously dangerous process. The Peace Gummies formula was born from midnight experiments during benzo withdrawal. He still uses the vape form for his own PTSD and insomnia.

Translation: This isn’t theory. The person formulating your RSO has lived through pharmaceutical failure and used these exact molecules to survive. When we say we understand what Poinsett County veterans and trauma survivors are going through, it’s because we’ve been there.

ABC13: Seven Features Over Four Years

Between 2019 and 2023, ABC13 Houston featured OilWell in seven news segments. Five different reporters came to us for expertise on:

• Texas CBD business growth
• Delta-8 THC legality
• COVID vaccination community health initiatives
• Cannabis criminal justice reform
• Hemp industry innovation

Why This Matters for Poinsett County: Mainstream media validation from a major network affiliate establishes credibility that no marketing can buy. When we say we’re transparent, it’s documented on camera. When we say we act ethically, there’s a record of us giving away $35,000 in product to encourage COVID vaccination and proactively removing Delta-8 before enforcement.

Making Your Decision: A Poinsett County Checklist

Before Ordering, Ask Yourself:

1. Am I 21 or older? (Required by law)
2. Am I currently taking medications that could interact? (Check with your Harrisburg or Trumann pharmacist)
3. Do I need to drive or operate equipment for work? (If yes, use raw form only or avoid entirely)
4. Am I subject to drug testing? (If yes, understand delta-8 and activated THCa will trigger positives)
5. Do I have a history of psychosis or severe mental illness? (If yes, avoid psychoactive cannabinoids)
6. Am I pregnant or breastfeeding? (If yes, do not use)
7. Am I looking for cancer cure? (If yes, understand RSO is for symptom management, not curative treatment — continue care at NEA Baptist or other oncology centers)

If You Answer “Yes” to Safety Questions: Consider our Peace Gummies or CBD-only products instead of full-spectrum RSO. Or consult with a healthcare provider first.

Ordering Information for Poinsett County

Website: OilWellCBD.com

Phone: (832) 416-2816 (Call or text — we return messages within 24 hours)

Email: [email protected]

Business Hours:

• Monday-Thursday: 10 AM – 7 PM CST
• Friday-Saturday: 10 AM – 10 PM CST
• Sunday: 10 AM – 4 PM CST

Shipping to Arkansas: 2-3 business days via USPS Priority Mail. Free shipping on orders over $150.

Returns: 30-day satisfaction guarantee. If our product doesn’t meet your needs, we’ll work with you on a solution.

Final Thoughts for Poinsett County

We didn’t write this guide to sell you something. We wrote it because Poinsett County deserves the same level of honest cannabis education that residents of Houston or Los Angeles get. You shouldn’t have to rely on Facebook rumors or backroom conversations to make health decisions.

Our formulas are published because knowledge should be free. Our evidence is cited because claims should be verifiable. Our products are lab-tested because safety is non-negotiable.

The decision is yours. We’re here to provide 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 — whether you’re in Harrisburg, Trumann, or anywhere else in Poinsett County.

Bentley got up and walked. Colin got off benzos. Maybe this can help you too. But only if you approach it with eyes open, expectations realistic, and safety first.

OilWell Cannabis is a Texas DSHS licensed hemp business operating since 2019. All products contain less than 0.3% delta-9 THC and are Farm Bill compliant. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Customers are responsible for verifying legality in their jurisdiction. Do not operate vehicles or machinery while impaired. Consult a healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or take medications.