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Epilepsy and MMJ: Exploring the Promising Treatment Benefits

MMJ Recs

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 Cannabis a Viable Mental Health Treatment Option? Part 3 of 3: Anxiety

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

It seems like the medical research community remains largely divided on the issue, with some insisting that cannabis use contributes to mental health condition diagnoses while others suggesting that people with mental health conditions are inherently drawn to cannabis use. Cannabis and Anxiety. CBD for Anxiety.

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GW Pharmaceuticals receives approval for EPIDYOLEX® (cannabidiol) from the MHRA for the treatment of seizures associated with tuberous sclerosis complex

Cannabis Law Report

We are delighted by today’s decision from the MHRA for this new indication, which represents a significant step forward for TSC patients in the UK, many of whom may benefit from this new treatment,” said Chris Tovey , Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director, Europe & International at Jazz Pharmaceuticals.

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The Science Behind Medical Marijuana and Its Effects on Epileptic Seizures

LifeCannMD

The Science Behind Medical Marijuana and Its Effects on Epileptic Seizures Medical Marijuana has garnered significant attention for its benefits in treating epilepsy and seizures. The most compelling evidence of the effectiveness of Medical Marijuana in treating epilepsy comes from clinical trials.

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Epidiolex CBD Epilepsy Drug Receives Approval in Europe

WeedAdvisor

Food and Drug Administration approved Epidiolex, the first drug to be created with CBD isolate. GW Pharmaceuticals created the medication after studies showed surprising success treating severe childhood epilepsy, specifically Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome and Dravet Syndrome. On June 25, 2018, the U.S. In the U.S., In the U.S.,

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A Full List Of Qualifying Conditions for Medical Marijuana in Florida

LifeCannMD

On January 3, 2017, Amendment 2 came into effect in Florida allowing for the legal medicinal use of cannabis.The rules for use and administration are outlined in Senate Bill 8A of The Florida Medical Marijuana Legalization Initiative which allows for treatment of “diagnosable, debilitating conditions.” Learn more here. Learn more here.

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FDA Expands Epidiolex Access for Those with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex

Veriheal

A lack of federal legalization also makes it more difficult for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve cannabis-based products. Of course, it’s wonderful to see the FDA approve this substance to help those suffering from this rare condition. So why limit the use of Epidiolex to just this one condition?

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