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Medical Cannabis for Healthcare Professionals

Medical Cannabis for Healthcare Professionals

What is Medical Cannabis?Medical cannabis is a plant product ofCannabis sativa L.,Cannabis indica or hybrid plant varieties, either obtained as raw or dried or as an extract for
Medical Cannabis (For Patients)

Medical Cannabis (For Patients)

What is Medical Cannabis?Medical cannabis is a plant product ofCannabis sativa L.,Cannabis indicaor hybrid plant varieties, either obtained as raw or dried or as an extract for medical use. Cannabinoids are naturally occurring compounds of cannabis. The common compound of medical cannabis includes
Medical Cannabis for Depression

Medical Cannabis for Depression

Most cancer patients often suffer from anxiety and depression, which can have a considerable negative impact on their quality of life. Patients with comorbidities are found to have worse outcomes where often it has been found that both depression and anxiety among patients are strongly associated with high
NGS (Next Generation Sequencing) Testing for Cancer

NGS (Next Generation Sequencing) Testing for Cancer

SummaryNext generation sequencing is a technology used for determining the sequence of genetic material (DNA or RNA) to gain insight into the genetic variation associated with diseases such as cancer. Next generation sequencing finds its application in the
CBD vs THC: What's the Difference?

CBD vs THC: What's the Difference?

The two most abundant cannabinoids found naturally in the resin of the cannabis (Cannabis sativa L.) plant are tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). Both the compounds interact with cannabinoid receptors found throughout the human body but have different receptor activity, function, and physiological effects?.
Legal Status of Medical Cannabis in India

Legal Status of Medical Cannabis in India

Over the years, medical marijuana (cannabis), derived from the leaves of the Cannabis sativa plant, has been subjected to various controversies in terms of both its medical use as prescribed medicine and its place in public health policy. Today, the medical use of this illicit recreational drug has
What Are the Best Ways to Consume Medical Cannabis?

What Are the Best Ways to Consume Medical Cannabis?

The process by which the body absorbs compounds of medical cannabis is dependent on the route and type of administration of medical cannabis. These processes of administration may likely affect the magnitude of exposure to medical cannabis, which may ultimately affect the treatment regime of the patients[1]. Some
Things to Consider Before Using Medical Cannabis?

Things to Consider Before Using Medical Cannabis?

Medical cannabis, also known as medical marijuana, is the use of cannabis or its cannabinoids for medical purposes. It has been used for various therapeutic applications and is known to provide relief for certain medical conditions. Here are some of the common uses of medical cannabis:
Medical cannabis (Beyond Conventional Cancer Treatment)

Medical cannabis (Beyond Conventional Cancer Treatment)

Medical cannabis has many potential benefits for cancer patients, especially symptom management. Medical cannabis is used beyond conventional cancer therapy for fighting anorexia, nausea and vomiting, pain, loss of appetite and depression caused by chemotherapy.Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and VomitingNausea
Is Medical Cannabis Safe and Effective as Medicine?

Is Medical Cannabis Safe and Effective as Medicine?

Medical cannabis is a natural plant derivative that contains compounds called cannabinoids which affect the central nervous system. Cannabinoids is found in high concentration in the flowers and leaves of the cannabis plant, which is used to prepare the medicine.The use of medical cannabis
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