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1. Cannabis Confusion.

Author

Miller, John J.

Subjects
*MEDICAL marijuana, *DRUG control, *APATHY, *CANNABIS (Genus), *TERPENES, *FLAVONOIDS, *DRAVET syndrome, *DRUG laws, *MOLECULAR structure, *CANNABINOIDS, *AGGRESSION (Psychology), *LENNOX-Gastaut syndrome
Abstract

The author reflects on the differences between the cannabinoids tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) that are oppositional in clinical and pharmadynamic effects. Topics discussed include the insufficient knowledge on cannabinoid components in cannabis that restricts their U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval, and the need for federal regulation and taxation of cannabis similar to tobacco products and alcohol. Also noted are recommendations on cannabis regulation.

Published
2021

2. MEDICAL MARIJUANA.

Author

Schuh, Michael J.

Subjects
CANNABIS (Genus), DRUG control, MAPS, MEDICAL marijuana
Abstract

This article discusses the growth of marijuana in the U.S. into a recreational drug industry. Topics covered include the use of marijuana-derived agents in easing human suffering, the move by medical marijuana advocates to intentionally circumvent the due process of scientific investigation, and questions raised by the author related to marijuana's investigative protocol, distribution, and medical proof of efficacy. Mentioned also is a map showing states where medical marijuana is legal.

Published
2016

3. Medicinal cannabis presents unique issues in managed care.

Author

Hodge, Arthur D.

Subjects
MEDICAL marijuana, CANNABIS (Genus), FEDERAL government, STATE governments, DRUG control
Abstract

The article examines on the attitude towards medical cannabis in the U.S. medical industry as states begin to legalize its use. Topics include a discussion of the cultural acceptance of medical marijuana use, why many hospitals have a difficult time prescribing a quasi-legal substance that is not traditionally used in mainstream medicine, and concerns over varying state and federal laws regarding medical marijuana.

Published
2013

4. CANNABIS REMAINS PROBLEMATIC FOR GLAUCOMA: Drawbacks, limited research shadow potential benefits.

Author

Harrison, Laird and Radhakrishnan, Sunita

Subjects
*CANNABIS (Genus), *DRUG control, *GLAUCOMA, *INTRAOCULAR pressure, *MEDICAL marijuana, *TREATMENT effectiveness
Abstract

The article presents a discussion on marijuana treatment for glaucoma, adapted from a presentation by doctor Sunita Radhakrishnan during the Glaucoma Symposium at the 2017 Glaucoma 360 annual meeting. It tackles the legalization of the use of cannabis for recreational use and medical use in the U.S., cannabinoids contained in the cannabis plant, results of case reports of long-term use of cannabis for glaucoma, and side effects of cannabis treatment.

Published
2017

5. Illinois adopts medical marijuana law.

Subjects
MEDICAL marijuana, CANNABIS (Genus), DRUG control, PHYSICIAN-patient relations, GOVERNMENT regulation
Abstract

The article reports on a medical marijuana law titled the Compassionate Use of Medicinal Cannabis Pilot Program Act which was adopted by the state of Illinois on August 1, 2013 by Illinois Governor Pat Quinn. The law, which will take effect in 2014, will allow consumers with chronic pain and debilitating conditions such as muscular dystrophy, cancer, and HIV to have legal access to medicinal marijuana.

Published
2013

6. Cannabis Testing in North America.

Subjects
*CANNABIS (Genus), *MEDICAL marijuana, *HIGH performance liquid chromatography, *DRUG control, *MARIJUANA legalization
Abstract

The article discusses the product testing of cannabis in North America. Topics mention including the several techniques used in testing such as high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), American Herbal Pharmacopoeia monograph guidelines and importance of analyzing cannabis in the development of the industry.

Published
2018

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