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DEA Approves Cocaine Derivative for Parkinson’s Research. Why Not Cannabis?

Veriheal

But recent news of the DEA’s approval of a cocaine derivative for Parkinson’s disease research has left us scratching our heads. After receiving a petition three years prior, the DEA finally answered with action, making plans to deschedule [18F]FP-CIT , a controlled substance derived from cocaine.

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ICYMI: DEA and Cannabis Research Still Lousy Bedfellows

Canna Law Blog

At the same time, because of the federal illegality of cannabis, the federal government has routinely denied third party requests for further research in regards to its potential medical benefits, among other health and safety impacts. As of December 2019, there are only two patients on the coveted list and no new entrants are permitted.

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How to access and assess ketamine therapy options

The Cannigma

Ketamine has a long safety record as an anesthetic since the 1980s, and it has also been successfully used “off-label” for over a decade to treat conditions such as anxiety, depression, OCD, and PTSD, among others. 1 Related Stories What’s the deal with ketamine?

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DEA Approves MMJ International Holdings THC Shipment for Multiple Sclerosis, Huntington’s Disease Drug Development

Cannabis Law Report

MMJ International Holdings, the premier medical cannabis research company, announced that it has received DEA approval to ship THC and CBD from Canada. MMJ will be utilizing its new products for an FDA approved treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS) and Huntington’s disease (HD). Orphan Drug Designation?

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DEA-Licensed Biopharmaceutical Research Company to Partner with CURE Pharmaceutical to Produce Federally-Compliant Cannabis-Based Medical Products

Cannabis Law Report

MONTEREY, CA – Biopharmaceutical Research Company (BRC), an active Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license holder, and CURE Pharmaceutical Holding Corp. CURE has established itself as a leader in the oral application of cannabis-derived treatments, and we know we’ll be able to bring a lot of value to patients together.”.

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CURE Pharmaceutical Signs Agreement to Develop CBD and THC Oral Thin Films and Conduct Clinical Studies Targeting Veteran Health

Cannabis Law Report

(OTC: CURR), a vertically integrated drug delivery and product development company, announced today that it has signed a partnership agreement with Biopharmaceutical Research Company , (BRC), an active Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license holder, to produce federally-compliant cannabis-based medical products.

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5 Medical Cannabis Strains That Can be Used to Treat PTSD

FloridaMarijuana.net

PTSD patients lack the necessary endocannabinoids to fill the receptor sites properly. Medical marijuana and cannabinoids can be used to treat a patient’s physical and psychological health, alleviating the debilitating symptoms of PTSD. The study has received full approval from the FDA, DEA, and Institutional Review Boards (IRBs).

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