Production according to GACP and GMP (part 2 of 4)
ABSTRACT Standardized compositions are vital for medicines, especially in the case of phytopharmaceuticals like cannabis. Precise control of cultivation conditions is crucial as the composition of cannabis, including cannabinoids and terpenes, determines its medicinal properties. Even slight changes can significantly impact therapeutic potential hence, rigorous quality control is essential to ensure reliability. These meticulous measures […]
Cannabis-derived products for chronic pain treatment for cats and dogs
The actual use of Cannabis in pain treatment for dogs and cats and future prospective The use of cannabinoids in veterinary medicine is controversial for ethical and legal reasons. The approval of drugs from the competent authorities, and their use, are complicated by the application of laws and professional regulations of each country. Hemp-derived compounds […]
Chemotypes of cannabis (part 1 of 4)
ABSTRACT Cannabis sativa is a dioecious plant that is widely distributed in areas with a temperate climate. The plant has three main varieties, each with its own chemical and morphological characteristics: hemp (Cannabis sativa), Indian hemp (Cannabis indica), and Russian or American hemp (Cannabis ruderalis). The chemical compounds produced by cannabis, known as secondary metabolites, […]
Italian Phytovigilance adverse reactions database’s evaluation
Cannabis as therapeutic option for multiple clinical condition, is generally well tolerated? Medical Cannabis consumption is significantly increasing worldwide, but most people still wonder if its use can be considered actually safe. To answer this question, we have analyzed the data related to safety issues reported in Italy, in the Phytovigilance database, due to the […]
Genetic screening, personalized therapy and the importance of biomarkers in medical cannabis treatment
Despite the use of cannabis in medicine stretching back hundreds of years, the modern integration and application of medical cannabis into the global health system have been off to a rocky start. While efforts to legalize medical cannabis are underway in most parts of the world, the misconceptions about how medical cannabis works have made […]
CBD in Endometriosis therapy: medical & scientific breakdown
Current knowledge does not allow us to define with certain accuracy the origins and cause of endometriosis, although one thing is certain – it all starts with inflammation, making endometriosis an inflammatory disease. The most common theory states that it all starts during the menstrual cycle, where some of the endometrial tissue pieces move backwards […]
Israelian Market – Medical Cannabis Regulatory Overview
In comparison with Italy, where 60 million inhabitants provide a consumption equal to 1.2 tons of cannabis annually, Israel uses 48 tons of the same material for 10 million people. The explanation behind this phenomenon, occurring in one of the earliest markets for cannabis, is dual: the first aspect to be considered is the fact […]
CBD use in endometriosis treatments – a new hope for women around the globe
Endometriosis is associated with growth of uterus internal tissue outside of it, resulting in pain, infertility and difficult menstruation periods, making women’s everyday a challenging and frustrating experience. Intense pelvic and bowel movement pain together with uncomfortable sexual intercourse intensify the difficulties leading to major disturbances of daily routine. Moreover, patients can also experience diarrhea, […]
Cannabis in gynecology, historical and modern overview
The Therapeutic Potential of Medical Cannabis in Female Gynecology Modern healthcare has already witnessed numerous different therapeutic directions the medical cannabis has already taken, from chronic pain, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s and glaucoma to epilepsy, HIV or ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) followed by other medical and psychological conditions. Lately, more in-depth research and application have been […]
Brazilian Market – Medical Cannabis Regulatory Overview
Like the rest of the world, the main challenge for the Brazilian legal cannabis market is to know its real size and growth potential. Countless variables must be considered in this equation, whose predominant factor is the inescapable law of supply and demand. Recent news shows us a veritable invasion of cannabis brands and products […]
