Cannabis in India, answered.

Partly. Section 2(iii) of the NDPS Act 1985 defines cannabis as charas (resin), ganja (flowering tops), and mixtures of the two — cannabis leaves and seeds are deliberately excluded from that definition. Leaf-based preparations can therefore be legally manufactured and sold under approved frameworks such as AYUSH licensing, usually with prescription requirements. Legality depends on the plant part, the formulation, and how the product is supplied.

India Cannabis Law FAQ

It depends on the product category. Hemp seed foods fall under FSSAI's 2021 hemp seed standard, which caps CBD at 75 mg/kg in hemp seed products — so most food-category “CBD oils” contain little or no CBD. Cannabis leaf extract oils with meaningful cannabinoid content are supplied under AYUSH-licensed frameworks against a prescription. A one-word yes or no is not accurate — check the product's legal category and licence before buying.

Yes, when it is an AYUSH-licensed leaf-extract formulation supplied through approved regulatory pathways with prescription requirements met. Cannabis oil made from resin or flowering tops, or sold outside licensed pathways, is a different matter under the NDPS Act. Kushiva oils are Schedule E-1 Ayurvedic formulations sold with doctor review.

Yes, when they are made from cannabis leaf extract under an AYUSH licence and supplied with prescription requirements met. Gummies made from resin or sold outside approved pathways are not. Check the label for the licence, the extract source, and whether the seller runs a genuine doctor-review step at checkout.

Yes. Cannabis leaf preparations sit outside the NDPS Act's strict definition of cannabis, which covers resin and flowering tops. Leaf extract can be legally manufactured and sold as an Ayurvedic proprietary formulation under AYUSH licensing, typically as a Schedule E-1 product for adult use under medical supervision.

What is cannabis leaf extract?

Yes, in specific forms. India permits cannabis-based Ayurvedic (AYUSH) formulations made from leaf extract — classified under Schedule E-1 of the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945 — supplied against a prescription from a registered practitioner. There is no broad medical-marijuana programme like some other countries have; access runs through the AYUSH framework and, in some states, additional local rules.

THC is not sold as a standalone substance. Full-spectrum cannabis leaf extract naturally contains THC among other compounds, and such formulations are lawful when manufactured under AYUSH licensing and supplied against a prescription. The compound itself is regulated through the product's legal category, not sold separately.

Because the rules are category-specific and often misreported. CBD isolate as a standalone drug is not broadly approved, hemp seed food products are legal under FSSAI limits, and AYUSH-licensed leaf-extract formulations are legal with prescription. Headlines that flatten these three categories into one create the confusion.

The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1985 is India's primary drug law. Its Section 2(iii) defines cannabis as charas (resin), ganja (flowering tops), and mixtures of the two — deliberately excluding leaves and seeds. That exclusion, in force since 1985, is why leaf-based Ayurvedic formulations can be legally made and sold under licence.

Bhang is a traditional preparation of cannabis leaves, regulated by individual states rather than the NDPS Act. Kushiva products also start from the leaf, but are standardised, lab-tested, AYUSH-licensed formulations with stated strengths and doctor review — a regulated medical-wellness category, not a state-permitted intoxicant.

Carrying a labelled, AYUSH-licensed formulation with its prescription is generally reasonable within India, but state rules vary and enforcement can differ locally. Keep the product in its original packaging with your prescription. For air travel, check the airline's rules first. We recommend not travelling internationally with any cannabis product.

You need one before dispatch, but not before ordering from Kushiva. Place your order first; if you already hold a prescription you upload it at checkout, and if not, our in-house doctor reviews your order after purchase and issues a prescription when clinically appropriate, at no extra fee.

How prescription access works

Order from a licensed seller that runs a doctor-review step. At Kushiva, a registered medical practitioner reviews every order after payment — verifying an uploaded prescription or assessing your request directly — and issues a prescription when clinically appropriate. There is no separate clinic visit or consultation fee.

After you place an order, a registered practitioner reviews it before dispatch. If you uploaded a prescription, it is verified against the order. If you requested doctor review, the practitioner assesses your information, may contact you, and issues a prescription when appropriate. Orders ship only after this step clears.

Yes. The review carries no extra consultation fee — you pay only for the product. This is standard for AYUSH-licensed cannabis sellers in India, so treat any separate consultation charge from a seller as a reason to look more closely at how they operate.

Validity is set by the prescribing practitioner and stated on the prescription itself. When it lapses, a fresh review is needed for the next order. Kushiva's doctor-review route makes repeat orders straightforward — the practitioner re-reviews and reissues when clinically appropriate.

A signed document from a registered medical practitioner identifying the patient, the formulation, and directions for use. It may be digital or paper. Kushiva verifies uploaded prescriptions against the order before dispatch, and prescriptions issued by our in-house doctor follow the same format.

Through Kushiva, nothing — the in-house doctor review is free with your order. Independent consultations at clinics vary in price. Be cautious of sellers who charge consultation fees but do not appear to involve a genuine registered practitioner.

Adults in India, at the discretion of a registered medical practitioner. The doctor considers your information and decides whether a cannabis leaf extract formulation is clinically appropriate. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, certain medical conditions, and some medications typically weigh against approval.

Your order does not ship, and an eligible refund is processed under our Refund and Return Policy. A prescription is never guaranteed — the decision rests with the reviewing practitioner, which is exactly how a compliant supply process should work.

Registered medical practitioners can prescribe AYUSH cannabis formulations where appropriate, and Ayurvedic practitioners routinely work with Schedule E-1 preparations. What matters for a valid supply is a genuine, signed prescription from a registered practitioner tied to the specific formulation being sold.

In the Indian regulated context, cannabis oil is a leaf-extract preparation carried in a base oil. Kushiva oil is a 20 percent (200 mg/ml) Vijaya — Cannabis sativa — leaf extract in an MCT carrier with mint flavour, supplied with a measured dropper as a Schedule E-1 Ayurvedic formulation.

Cannabis leaf extract explained

It is used by adults, under medical guidance, as a measured botanical wellness format. The evidence base is strongest for chronic pain — a 2021 BMJ systematic review (Wang et al.) of randomised trials found modest improvements for some patients — and mixed for sleep and stress. None of it justifies cure claims. The reviewing doctor decides whether it is appropriate for you.

Evidence summaries

It can be intoxicating if taken beyond the directed amount, because full-spectrum leaf extract naturally contains THC. Taken as directed — small, measured doses under medical guidance — the intent is measured wellness use, not intoxication. Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel impaired.

Full-spectrum cannabis leaf extract naturally contains THC alongside CBD, CBN, and other compounds. The exact composition of any batch is stated on the approved label and the batch Certificate of Analysis. This is different from hemp seed oil, which carries little or none.

Sublingually: the measured dose is held under the tongue briefly for absorption, exactly as the label or your doctor directs. Oil formats typically take up to an hour to act. Do not exceed the stated dose, and do not combine with alcohol.

Expect a mild, slightly earthy base note — that is the leaf extract — softened in Kushiva oils by natural mint flavour and the neutral MCT carrier. The aroma is faint and does not linger the way smoked cannabis does.

Yes. Check the expiry date on the label and do not use the product past it. Potency and flavour degrade over time, faster with heat and sunlight. Stored properly, the oil stays stable through its stated shelf life.

Refrigeration is not required. Store the bottle in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight with the cap closed, out of reach of children and pets. Avoid hot places like cars and window sills, which degrade the extract.

Category and content. A typical Indian CBD oil is a hemp seed food product with little or no cannabinoid content and no prescription requirement. Cannabis leaf extract oil is an AYUSH-licensed formulation with a stated extract percentage, prescription requirements, and a full compound profile including THC.

Full comparison guide

Hemp seed oil is pressed from seeds and contains essentially no cannabinoids — it is a food and cosmetic ingredient. Cannabis leaf extract oil is extracted from leaves and carries the plant's active compounds at a stated strength. They look similar on a shelf and are completely different products.

It means every millilitre of oil carries 200 mg of leaf extract — a 20 percent concentration. Doses are measured in fractions of a millilitre with the supplied dropper, which is why small, precise amounts matter and why the format suits doctor-guided use.

Edible gummies infused with cannabis leaf extract. Kushiva's are cola-flavoured, carry 350 mg of standardised 13 percent Vijaya leaf extract each, use pectin instead of gelatin, contain no added sugar, and come ten to a pack as an AYUSH-licensed, adult-use formulation.

Cannabis gummies buyer guide

Roughly 45 to 90 minutes, sometimes longer. A 2017 oral-cannabis study in the Journal of Analytical Toxicology (Vandrey et al.) found effects peak around 1.5 to 3 hours and last 6 to 8 hours. Edibles are absorbed through digestion, so onset varies with food intake, body weight, metabolism, and tolerance. The most common mistake is taking a second gummy early — do not take additional servings because you feel nothing yet.

Most adults describe a gradual, body-forward calm that builds slowly rather than hitting at once, then tapers over several hours. Effects vary widely between individuals. Taking more than directed can produce drowsiness and impairment, which is why measured, single servings matter.

Only what the label or your reviewing doctor directs — for most adults that conversation starts at a single gummy or less. Kushiva gummies are 350 mg of extract each, which is a substantial serving. Never redose early, and never treat them like ordinary sweets.

Yes — check the pack for the expiry date and do not use them past it. Texture, flavour, and potency all degrade over time. Keep the blister strip sealed until use to preserve them through the stated shelf life.

No. Store them in a cool, dry place in their original packaging, away from sunlight, children, pets, and — importantly — away from ordinary sweets. Refrigeration is unnecessary and can affect texture. Heat is the real enemy; do not leave them in a car.

Used as directed by adults under medical guidance, they are a measured, labelled format with known content per serving. A 2020 review in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (Grewal and Loh) identified the real-world risks as behavioural: overconsumption from redosing early, accidental ingestion by children, and mixing with alcohol. Measured servings, proper storage, and patience address all three.

Safety guide

Gummies are pre-measured, discreet, and slow-acting; oil offers finer dose control through the dropper and acts somewhat faster sublingually. First-time users often prefer the oil precisely because doses can start smaller. Your reviewing doctor can help match the format to your situation.

No added sugar. Sweetness comes from prebiotic FOS fibre, with plant-based pectin as the gelling agent, citric acid, and natural cola flavour. The full ingredient list is on the pack label, which remains the final reference.

Effects tend to arrive faster and feel stronger on an empty stomach, and gentler but slower after food. Neither is wrong; consistency matters more. Whichever you choose, wait the full 45 to 90 minutes before judging the effect, and follow your doctor's directions.

An extract that retains the plant's naturally occurring compound profile — CBD, THC, CBN, CBGA and minor compounds together — rather than isolating a single molecule. Kushiva's 5 g extract is pure Vijaya leaf extract with no fillers, supplied in a graduated precision applicator.

It means nothing was stripped out: the extract carries the leaf's complete range of cannabinoids and supporting compounds in their natural proportions. The opposite approach is an isolate, which purifies one compound. Composition per batch is stated on the label and Certificate of Analysis.

Vijaya is the Ayurvedic name for Cannabis sativa. A full-spectrum Vijaya extract is a whole-leaf preparation used in AYUSH-licensed formulations, keeping the plant's natural compound profile. It is the traditional starting material of Ayurvedic cannabis preparations, standardised and lab-tested in Kushiva's case.

Yes, naturally — THC is part of the leaf's compound profile, alongside CBD, CBN, and CBGA. This is why full-spectrum products sit in the prescription-based AYUSH category rather than the food category, and why measured, doctor-guided use matters.

An isolate is one purified molecule; full-spectrum keeps the whole profile. Isolates are predictable but narrow. Full-spectrum preparations are the norm in Ayurvedic practice, which works with the whole plant. Which is appropriate for you is a conversation for the reviewing doctor.

In very small, measured amounts — typically rice-grain to pea size — dispensed from the graduated applicator, taken as your doctor advises, often mixed with a little ghee or honey. It is the most concentrated format in the range, so precision matters more here than anywhere else.

It is the most concentrated format Kushiva sells — essentially pure extract, against 20 percent in the oils and 13 percent in the gummies. That is why doses are tiny and why this format is best suited to adults already comfortable with doctor-guided use.

Cool, dry, and dark: away from sunlight, sealed in its container, out of reach of children and pets. The applicator should be closed properly after each use. Do not store it anywhere warm, and never decant it into unlabelled containers.

Start where the label and your reviewing doctor direct, hold it steady for several days, and observe. The reliable pattern in measured cannabis use is low and slow: small amounts, consistent timing, patient evaluation. Chasing a stronger effect by escalating quickly is how people have bad experiences. To translate a prescribed milligram amount into exact drops of oil, use our free dropper calculator.

Dropper calculator: mg to drops

Take the smallest directed amount, in the evening, at home, with no plans to drive and no alcohol. Then wait — a full hour for oil, up to two for gummies — before judging anything. Most first-time problems come from impatience, not from the product.

Several hours, typically longer for gummies than for sublingual oil. The 2017 Vandrey pharmacokinetic study of oral cannabis reported dose-dependent effects peaking around 1.5 to 3 hours and lasting 6 to 8 hours. Plan the rest of your day accordingly, especially the first few times.

That is a question for your reviewing doctor, because the honest answer depends on you. Daily routines are common in Ayurvedic practice, but long-term effects vary between individuals and dependency is a real consideration. Periodic review — not indefinite unsupervised use — is the responsible pattern.

Food slows absorption and softens onset, especially for gummies; an empty stomach speeds both. Consistency matters more than the choice itself — take it the same way each time so you can actually judge the effect. Follow your doctor's direction if given one.

Wait longer before concluding that — edibles in particular are slow, and subtle effects are easy to miss the first time. Do not take a second serving early. If a steady routine at the directed amount genuinely does nothing over several days, discuss it with the doctor rather than escalating on your own.

Stay calm, stay home, hydrate, and let it pass — the experience is unpleasant but time-limited for most adults. Do not drive. Do not add alcohol. If symptoms feel severe or you have a heart condition or other medical concern, seek medical attention. Then reset to the directed amount.

Evening is the sensible default, because drowsiness is the most common effect and because it keeps use away from driving and work. Some routines differ under medical guidance. Whatever the timing, keep it consistent and never take it before activities that require full alertness.

CBD and THC are among the most-studied plant compounds in modern medicine, but the evidence is uneven. Independent bodies including the US National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) and the National Institutes of Health place the strongest clinical evidence in specific medical situations managed under professional care. For everyday wellness use the research is still early and mixed. Anyone telling you the science is settled either way is overstating it.

What our batch certificate covers

Because the evidence is situation-specific rather than general. That is precisely why cannabis leaf extract is supplied here after a prescription or consultation rather than off the shelf: a registered practitioner is better placed than a website to judge whether, and how, it fits your situation. Kushiva reviews every order in-house before dispatch for the same reason.

How ordering works

No. We make no claim that any Kushiva product treats, cures or prevents any condition, and you will not find one anywhere on this site. What we do state are things that can be checked: what is in the bottle, the strength printed on the approved label, that every batch has a certificate of analysis, and that a doctor reviews every order.

Primary sources, named inline so you can read them yourself rather than take our word for it. Across the site that means peer-reviewed papers, Indian government texts such as the NDPS Act and AYUSH material, and published lab reports. On product pages the evidence note cites NCCIH (nccih.nih.gov) and NIH / NCBI. General information, not medical advice.

What lab-tested actually means

Commonly reported effects include drowsiness, dry mouth, lightheadedness, and changes in appetite or attention — the profile documented in the US National Academies of Sciences 2017 review of cannabis health effects. Taking more than directed increases all of them. Effects on mood vary — some people report calm, a minority report anxiety. Report anything persistent to your doctor.

Full safety guide

The same profile as other oral cannabis formats — drowsiness, dry mouth, delayed-onset intensity if overconsumed — plus the specific edible risk: redosing early because nothing is felt yet. Digestive upset is occasionally reported. Measured single servings and patience prevent most problems.

Dependency is a real, documented risk for a minority of users — research summarised by the US National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates roughly 9 percent of cannabis users develop dependence, with the risk concentrated in heavy, frequent, unsupervised use. Measured, doctor-reviewed use with periodic reassessment keeps usage patterns visible. If you find use escalating beyond direction, tell the reviewing doctor — that is what the review is for.

Yes, they can — particularly medicines affecting sleep, mood, pain, blood pressure, or blood thinning. This is one of the strongest reasons the prescription step exists. List your medications honestly during doctor review, and never combine cannabis products with prescription drugs on your own initiative.

Anyone under adult age, anyone pregnant or breastfeeding, people with a history of psychosis or certain psychiatric conditions, and people whose doctor advises against it. If you have a heart condition, liver condition, or take interacting medication, the reviewing doctor needs to know before anything ships.

No — do not drive or operate machinery after use. Impairment can outlast the feeling of being impaired, particularly with edibles. Plan use for times when you will not need to drive, and treat this the way you would treat alcohol: separation, not judgement calls.

Do not combine them. Alcohol amplifies impairment, drowsiness, and nausea unpredictably, and the combination is the most common route to a genuinely bad experience. Keep them fully separate.

No — do not use cannabis products while pregnant or breastfeeding. Cannabinoids cross the placenta and appear in breast milk, and no safe level has been established. Any reviewing doctor will decline such an order, which is exactly what should happen.

They can. Full-spectrum leaf extract contains THC, and THC metabolites are what standard urine tests detect — commonly cited detection windows run around 3 days for a single use and 30 days or more for heavy, frequent use, depending on the test, dose, and metabolism. If you are tested for work, sport, travel, or legal reasons, factor that in before using, or avoid use.

No. Kushiva products are formulated for adult human use only. Store them out of reach and out of sight of children and pets, separately from ordinary food and sweets. Accidental ingestion by a child or pet warrants immediate medical or veterinary attention.

Vijaya is the classical Ayurvedic name for Cannabis sativa, used in traditional formulations for centuries. In modern regulated products it refers to the plant source of AYUSH-licensed leaf extract. When an Indian label says Vijaya, it is naming the botanical, not describing a strength or effect.

A whole-leaf botanical preparation: leaves of Cannabis sativa processed into a standardised extract carrying the plant's natural compound profile. It is the legally distinct starting material for AYUSH cannabis formulations in India — different in law and content from resin or flower products.

Full explainer

A schedule under India's Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945 listing Ayurvedic ingredients — including cannabis — whose formulations must be taken under medical supervision. The Ministry of Ayush's public guidance specifically warns against self-medication with Schedule E-1 drugs. That is why doctor review is part of the purchase, not an add-on.

AYUSH is the ministry governing Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy. An AYUSH-licensed product is manufactured under a state-issued Ayurvedic licence with an approved formulation and label. It is the framework that makes regulated cannabis leaf extract products lawful in India.

Yes. Batches are lab-tested and every batch has a Certificate of Analysis. AYUSH certification details are likewise available. If a cannabis seller cannot produce a COA, treat that as disqualifying.

Lab results and COA

Match the batch number on the COA to the one on your pack, then check the cannabinoid content against the label claim, and look at the contaminant screens — heavy metals, microbials, pesticides. A genuine COA names the testing laboratory. Ask us if anything on it is unclear.

In India, by an AYUSH-licensed manufacturer, as Ayurvedic proprietary formulations. Kushiva is the brand of E HEMP STORES PRIVATE LIMITED, based in New Delhi, and ships nationally where delivery is legally permitted.

Four: cola-flavour gummies (13 percent extract, 350 mg per gummy, pack of ten), a 30 ml mint oil and a compact 10 ml mint oil (both 20 percent, 200 mg/ml, in MCT), and a concentrated 5 g full-spectrum extract with a precision applicator.

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Most first-time users do best with an oil, because the dropper lets doses start very small — the 10 ml bottle exists for exactly this. Gummies suit people who want pre-measured, discreet servings. The 5 g extract is for experienced, doctor-guided use. Our free 30-second format finder quiz matches you to a format based on how you plan to use it.

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No. Order first: upload a prescription at checkout if you have one, or request doctor review if you do not. Our in-house doctor reviews every order after purchase and issues a prescription when clinically appropriate, at no extra fee. Orders ship only after review clears.

How ordering works

Payment confirms the order, then the in-house doctor reviews your prescription or request before dispatch. Once approved, the order ships in plain packaging — typically within three to five working days. If anything needs clarifying, the team contacts you on the details you provided.

Orders are dispatched within three to five working days after doctor review clears, in plain outer packaging. Transit time then varies by location. For an update on a specific order, contact us with your order number.

Yes, nationally, where delivery is legally permitted. Enter your address at checkout and eligibility is confirmed before payment. A few regions may be restricted by local rules.

Payment is online at checkout — UPI, credit and debit cards, and netbanking via Razorpay. We do not offer Cash on Delivery: prepaid ordering is what allows the doctor-review step to run before dispatch, and it keeps the delivery handover simple and private.

Yes. Confirmed orders ship in plain outer packaging with no product branding visible — nothing on the outside indicates the contents. The courier label shows only what couriers require.

Yes. A tax invoice is generated automatically with your order, with GST applied as required. The cart shows a single combined tax line; the invoice itself carries the formal tax breakdown.

Opened ingestible products are generally not returnable, for hygiene and compliance reasons. If an order arrives damaged, incorrect, or is declined at doctor review, contact us promptly and we will make it right under the Refund and Return Policy.

Shipping and returns policy

Kushiva products are for responsible adult use only, and ordering is restricted to adults in India. The doctor-review step is also an identity and suitability check — orders that should not ship, do not.

Email hello@kushiva.com or call +91 84484 25704 with your order number. For product questions before buying, the same channels work — the team and the in-house doctor answer questions about formats, documents, and how ordering works.

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