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New Data Supports Use Of Epidiolex In Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
Jazz Pharmaceuticals has shared new data on Epidiolex in patients with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC).
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NHS Medical Cannabis: Who Can Get It, How Pathways Work, and Why Access is Still Rare
Medical cannabis can be prescribed on the NHS in the UK, but access is extremely limited.
News
Vertanical Secures FDA Breakthrough Designation for Cannabis-Based Pain Drug
The development puts VER-01 in prime position to become the first FDA-approved cannabis-derived medicine for pain.
Science
FDA-Approved CBD Drug Shows Early Promise in Anorexia Patients
A small pilot study suggests Epidiolex may have benefits for weight restoration and symptom improvement in anorexia patients.
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“A New Chapter” For Medical Cannabis Advocacy In Romania, After Health Committee Rejects Six-Year Bill
After a six-year battle on behalf of campaigners, Romania’s Health Committee has rejected a bill which would broaden access to medical cannabis products on prescription. Following […]
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NHS Accused Of “Failing Patients” As Families Make Fresh Plea For Access
Six years on from the legalisation of medical cannabis in the UK, new figures reveal lack of NHS prescribing.
Industry
Ex-GW Pharma bosses lead development of new CBD-based epilepsy drug
Avata Biosciences is developing solid dose cannabinoid medicines for epilepsy and other neurological disorders.
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Japan takes major step towards cannabis reform
A new bill has opened the door for the establishment of a medical cannabis and industrial hemp industry.
Industry
The state of pharmaceutical cannabis – 12 key takeaways
A new report highlights the breakthroughs and barriers in the pharmaceutical cannabis space over the last 13 years.
News
Report reveals countries leading the way in cannabis-related clinical trials
The UK saw the second highest number of clinical trials on cannabinoids in the last decade, the majority linked to GW Pharmaceuticals.
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What are the barriers facing Spanish medical cannabis access?
There are three times more cannabis social clubs than McDonald’s locations in Spain, so why can patients still not access their medicine legally?
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Cannabis and paediatric epilepsy – an expert answers your FAQs
An expert answers some frequently asked questions about the use of cannabis in paediatric epilepsy.
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Cannabis-drug interactions: addressing the gap in clinician education
An expert explores the need for more clinician education around cannabis.
Epilepsy
Dutch government pledges €1.4million for study on whole-plant CBD in epilepsy
Advocates in the UK are calling for their own government to follow suit and invest in much-needed NHS trials.
Industry
Jazz Pharma to present new research findings on Epidyolex
The company has shared new findings on its role in treating seizures related to rare forms of epilepsy.
CBD
CBD ‘exceptionally safe’ even at high doses, says study
Researchers found limited evidence, however, to support its efficacy at doses lower than 400mg.
Epilepsy
CBD and epilepsy – study confirms whole-plant benefits
The whole-plant product was more a more effective inhibitor of sodium channels in epilepsy.
Industry
Cannabis-based drug Sativex fails to meet primary end point in latest clinical trial
The cannabis-based drug is prescribed on the NHS to treat spasticity in multiple sclerosis (MS).
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UK patients face losing access to “life-saving” medical cannabis product
The MHRA has removed a compassionate licence for the import of Celixir20 – which many children currently rely on.
Industry
Why medical cannabis is gaining widespread popularity in the US
Medical cannabis is a genuine alternative for people battling a variety of health conditions
Science
Understanding cannabis research – what the experts wish you knew
Two experts on how to understand the limitations of cannabis studies.
Advocacy
Health charities pledge to help improve medical cannabis access
Some major UK health charities say they want to see medical cannabis prescribed on the NHS.
Science
CBDA and CBGA – how do they work?
Andrew Megahy, lead science officer at Always Pure Organics, explains more about CBDA and CBGA.
Epilepsy
CBD guides: Could CBD help with epilepsy?
When it comes to epilepsy, we examine if CBD could help with managing the symptoms