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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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Can Cannabis Help Patients Titrate Off Other Pharmaceutical Drugs?

United Patients Group

Cannabis is a natural treatment for pain and other symptoms of withdrawal, and has been shown to help manage the side effects of drugs and even has be used as a substitute for prescription medications. Cannabis is a natural treatment for pain and other symptoms of withdrawal. 3] Cannabis is safer than prescription drugs.

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Prohibition Publish 2nd Ed Of The Pharmaceutical Cannabis Report

Cannabis Law Report

The use of cannabinoids in the treatment of medical conditions offers major opportunities and challenges to anyone operating in the space. In Europe, there is a clear trend towards the use of more precise formulations of unapproved cannabis products as well as pharmaceutical products.

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A.I.-Designed Drugs to Advance Healthcare, Research & Treatment Options

NewsMunchies

With the promise of lower costs and shorter development timelines, AI-enabled drug discovery holds major potential to increase the accessibility of drugs and to treat diseases and conditions. AI automation opens up the possibility of faster, cheaper pharmaceuticals. This, in turn, makes it possible to move fast without breaking things.

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Ohio Gives Another Shot at Expanding Qualifying Conditions

Veriheal

Ohio is currently accepting petitions in an attempt to expand the list of qualifying conditions for medical cannabis. Medical cannabis is now available to residents in Ohio who meet one of 22 qualifying conditions laid out by House Bill 523. Strict Guidelines Must be Met Before Conditions Will Be Considered.

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Is Cannabis a Viable Mental Health Treatment Option? Part 1 of 3

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

As of 2020, more states allow for some type of legal cannabis use than do not, and there is growing public interest in expanding the number of medical conditions that qualify for medical marijuana approval. Cannabis Is a Unique Substance and Treatment Method. CBD for Mental Health Treatment.

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New U.S. Research Efforts Could Catalyze Medical Cannabis’ Adoption in the Pharmaceutical Industry

Veriheal

The final goal is to introduce medicinal cannabis products to the pharmaceutical drug market. This means that the medical and scientific communities can now celebrate broader access to research for the production of pharmaceutical products that are safer than smokable or vaporizable cannabis. The post New U.S.