Antispasmodic Effect

Learn how cannabis and its terpenes help reduce muscle spasms, aiding in relaxation and comfort.

Master GrowerNovember 25, 2025
TL;DR | Quick Summary
Cannabis is noted for its ability to alleviate muscle, intestinal, and vascular spasms, often linked to conditions like PMS and migraines. Terpenes such as myrcene and caryophyllene play a significant role in these effects. OG Lab offers strains like Banana Hammock RBX1 for evening relaxation and AC/DC CBD for daytime balance. Understanding these components can enhance your cannabis experience, especially in therapeutic contexts.

Antispasmodic Effect

Overview

Cannabis is commonly discussed in the context of reducing muscle, intestinal, and vascular spasms. This profile is most often mentioned in relation to PMS-related discomfort, migraines, irritable bowel patterns, anxiety-linked tension, and psychosomatic muscle tightening.

Related terpenes

  • Myrcene - associated with smooth muscle relaxation

  • Caryophyllene - linked to inflammatory-spasm modulation via CB2 pathways

  • Bisabolol - supportive of mucosal comfort and digestive tension reduction

  • Nerolidol - associated with deep relaxation and recovery tone

  • Humulene - gentle body softening profile

Cannabinoids

  • CBD - often described as tone-lowering, especially in calming blends

  • CBG - associated with digestive tract balance

  • THC - discussed as enhancing relaxation effects in certain terpene contexts

OG Lab strains by profile

  • Banana Hammock RBX1 - evening body release profile

  • Lemon Sorbet - soft muscle and body calm association

  • AC/DC CBD - daytime non-intoxicating balance profile

Contextual associations

This effect is often described alongside:

  • muscle tension release

  • digestive tract comfort

  • vascular and soft tissue relaxation

  • recovery-focused evening states

Cross references

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Quick Answer

Cannabis, particularly through terpenes like myrcene and caryophyllene, helps reduce muscle spasms and promotes relaxation.

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