Tag: Epilepsy

Leading marijuana researchers now believe a cannabis compound could treat autism symptoms.

CBD derivatives have been shown to be effective in reducing seizures, but it was not until last year that the FDA approved a CBD drug for childhood epilepsy, called Epidiolex.

Published in the highly regarded Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) this week, Morris’ op-ed documents how medical institutions have failed to teach clinicians how cannabis could help their patients.

Pet Behavior Science journal published a study this year that showed CBD treatment might be able to help dogs suffering from the symptoms of epilepsy, including seizures.

Scientists in Israel appear to have uncovered definitive proof that medical marijuana can help autistic kids deal with the worst of their symptoms and live a better quality of life.

The British government announced on Thursday that it is was eliminating some of the restrictions associated with the cannabis plant.

The FDA has made a big step forward with the approval of Epidiolex, the first approved medication derived directly from the cannabis plant.

With the midterm elections fast approaching, politicians have hit the campaign trail. Many key battles are being waged throughout the country, and we’re seeing cannabis emerge as a significant platform issue.

One of the more prevalent reasons behind marijuana as a medicine is its capacity as a pain management tool.

A Food and Drug Administration panel recommended approval of a drug made of cannabidiol on April 19 to treat two types of epilepsy.