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4.4(247 ratings)
IndicaTHC 18%CBG 1%

Chemo

aka UBC Chemo, Kemo

STRAIN HIGHLIGHTS
  • Negatives:Dry mouthDizzyDry eyes
  • Feelings:SleepyHungryRelaxed
  • Helps with:InsomniaPainStress
  • Terpenes:CaryophylleneMyrceneLimonene
calmingenergizing

Chemo effects are mostly calming.

low THChigh THC

Chemo potency is higher THC than average.

Rumor has it that Chemo’s beginnings stretch back to the 1970s in Canada where this heavy indica was allegedly developed to treat the side effects of chemotherapy. Another name for this strain is “UBC Chemo” in reference to the university in which Chemo is said to have been conceived. Chemo’s genetics is carried on by Jordan of the Islands, whose rendition is best known for its subtle woody aroma and potent medicinal effects perfect for patients treating nausea, appetite loss, pain, and sleeplessness. 

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Rumor has it that Chemo’s beginnings stretch back to the 1970s in Canada where this heavy indica was allegedly developed to treat the side effects of chemotherapy. Another name for this strain is “UBC Chemo” in reference to the university in which Chemo is said to have been conceived. Chemo’s genetics is carried on by Jordan of the Islands, whose rendition is best known for its subtle woody aroma and potent medicinal effects perfect for patients treating nausea, appetite loss, pain, and sleeplessness. 

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Chemo strain effects

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Relaxed

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Dry mouth

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Dizzy

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Woody

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Pungent

Chemo strain helps with

  • Insomnia
    41% of people say it helps with Insomnia
  • Pain
    41% of people say it helps with Pain
  • Stress
    40% of people say it helps with Stress

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Chemo strain reviews247

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May 5, 2015
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One of my favorites, if not my favorite strain I have acquired over the years. Chemo shows you no mercy, so this strain is definitely not for the inexperienced. To start, the buds themselves were covered in crystals and trichomes, and, excuse me for my wording, but honestly had the cutest orange curly hairs I've ever seen on a bud. It was beautiful. It also smoked great. It had a very earthy and woody taste to it, with a hint of nuttiness, and sometimes even chocolate. The high left me feeling completely at ease. I was really creative, and able to still function and let my creative energies going. I was able to sketch and work on a few sewing pattern I had, but it kept me locked in my seat. After a while, the creativeness fades into a nice, relaxing body high that washed away my pain and left me wanting food and a nap. Not for the beginners, and definitely not one to use before work, but this strain is a powerhouse for those with chronic pain lack of appetite.
89 people found this helpful
January 14, 2015
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You'll fall over if you don't have much tolerance. Very nice, heavy indica that relaxes the mind and body before summoning the ultra munchies. After that comes nap time. Amazing pain relief too! Not too smelly but potent as fuck. YES/5
32 people found this helpful
August 16, 2014
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UBC chemo is one of the original medical strains of cannabis, originating from British Columbia, Canada. I have chemo kush, which is the original ubc chemo crossed with og kush, but it doesn't seem to be on here. A great night time medicine for those suffering from insomnia, and will also get your appetite going.
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Caj
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