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Epilepsy and MMJ: Exploring the Promising Treatment Benefits

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Epilepsy is a complex neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, causing recurrent seizures that can significantly impact the quality of life. While traditional treatments like antiepileptic drugs exist, they may not always provide adequate relief for all patients.

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Is Weed Legal in Japan? Cannabis Legalization Bill Explained

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When it comes to cannabis in Japan, the country is known for maintaining strict prohibition and regulation of cannabis-derived products. The revised legislation would permit clinical use and production of cannabis for medical CBD products, like Epidiolex , that have been approved in the U.S.

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Japanese Officials Approve Epidiolex For Clinical Trials

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The trials, to be tightly controlled in a hospital environment, are exempted from Japan’s Cannabis Control Act, which bans cannabis compounds generally. Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare officials recently announced the trials during a meeting of the Okinawa-Northern Task Force, a research and development agency.

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Effectiveness Of CBD: Is It A Safe Treatment For Seizures And Epilepsy?

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CBD has been suggested to act as a treatment for sclerosis symptoms, as well as epilepsy among children. Besides these, CBD has also been shown to contain antipsychotic properties that can neutralize the effects of tetrahydrocannabinol found in cannabis. Apart from this, various clinical trials are done for multiple conditions.

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The Science Behind Medical Marijuana: Exploring Cannabinoids and Their Therapeutic Effects

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This article delves into the science behind medical marijuana, focusing on cannabinoids, the active compounds found in the cannabis plant, and their remarkable therapeutic effects. THC is the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis, responsible for the “high” or euphoric feeling associated with marijuana use.

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Unlocking the Potential of CBD: Exploring The Benefits of CBD in Medical Marijuana

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CBD, one of the many cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant, has been garnering attention for its promising effects on various health conditions. Studies have suggested that CBD may help manage chronic pain, reduce anxiety and depression, alleviate symptoms of epilepsy, and even aid in cancer treatment.

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Marinus Pharmaceuticals Announces New Clinical and Research Data to be Presented at American Epilepsy Society Meeting

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We are honored to be at the AES Meeting this year after almost a year of planning from our medical and scientific affairs, clinical, and advocacy teams, with nine presentations spanning our IV and oral portfolio—Marinus’ largest data showing to date,” said Scott Braunstein, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Marinus Pharmaceuticals. “We