Details of delusional parasitosis vary among sufferers, but it is most commonly described as involving perceived parasites crawling upon or burrowing into the skin, sometimes accompanied by an actual physical sensation (known as formication). Sufferers may injure themselves in attempts to be rid of the parasites.
Perhaps one of the earliest trials in 1982, gave participants a dose of THC (1 mg/kg), followed by either a dose of valium or of CBD (0.5 mg/kg). The results suggested that CBD had a counteractive effect on THC stimulated anxiety.
For most people, the recommended starting dose for the treatment of anxiety is 0.25 mg to 0.5 mg three times a day. Elderly people or those with liver disease (or other serious health problems) may need to start with a lower dosage, such as 0.25 mg two or three times daily. Higher Xanax dosages are often necessary to control the symptoms of panic disorder. However, it is recommended that you start with a low dose, such as 0.5 mg three times daily. Your healthcare provider can slowly increase your dose if necessary. Starting with a low dose and slowly increasing to an effective dosage helps prevent bothersome Xanax side effects.