When it comes to epilepsy, we examine if CBD could help with managing the symptoms
Katrina Boulton is helping others access medical cannabis after seeing its effects on her daughter.
Drugs targeting the endocannbinoid system could be used to treat seizures in Dravet syndrome
The study is the next stage in research examining the efficacy of different cannabinoids for treatment of Dravet Syndrome
The findings have prompted further calls for specialists to be allowed to prescribe on the NHS.
The nasal spray will help the CBD to bypass the liver reducing concerns about drug interactions.
Leading doctors and scientists have responded to new guidance from the BPNA on prescribing cannabis for childhood epilepsy.
Brendan Gorman said the prescription was 'great news' and hopes it will mean more benefits for others.
Ryan Gorman, from Dublin has become the first patient to receive CannEpil through the Medical Cannabis Access Programme
The updated guidance has been described as ‘unethical’ by medical cannabis experts.