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Seizure control greater with prescription vs. artisanal CBD in pediatric epilepsy
Pediatric patients with epilepsy treated with pharmaceutical CBD had better seizure control than those treated with artisanal CBD, according to findings from a retrospective chart review that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology annual meeting this spring.
Depression, anxiety, trauma linked to cannabis use in pregnancy
Women with anxiety, depression and trauma were more likely to use cannabis during pregnancy, according to research published in JAMA Network Open.
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Horseback riding, mental exercises improve motor skills in children with autism, ADHD
Researchers reported that horseback riding, combined with mental exercises, positively impacted the motor skills of children and adolescents diagnosed with autism, ADHD and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
Medicinal cannabis loses efficacy against insomnia with frequent use
Patients with chronic pain and insomnia who frequently used medicinal cannabis to relieve those symptoms said the substance helped them maintain their sleep in the short term, researchers reported in BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care. However, over longer periods of time, these same patients appeared to develop a tolerance to the drug’s sleep-inducing properties.
Cannabinoids ineffective for cancer pain
Cannabinoids did not appear to reduce cancer-associated pain among adults with cancer, according to results of a systemic review and meta-analysis published in BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care.
Heavy marijuana users drive worse, even when not intoxicated
Recreational marijuana use can impact driving ability in heavy users even when they are not intoxicated, particularly in those who began using the drug before 16 years of age, according to a study published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence.
FDA, FTC issue warning to company for selling illegal CBD products
The FDA and the Federal Trade Commission have issued a warning to Rooted Apothecary LLC of Naples, Florida, for illegally selling unapproved products that contain cannabidiol, or CBD, and claiming the products can treat health conditions in infants and adults.
Most people consider medical marijuana safe for pain despite limited research
Nearly two-thirds of respondents in a nationwide survey showed interest in using marijuana or cannabinoids for pain management, with many reporting that they believed those options were safer than opioids and had fewer side effects than other pain medications.
More research needed for cannabis use in PTSD treatment
Two recent studies concluded that although interest is strong, more research is needed before clinicians make treatment decisions regarding cannabis use in PTSD.
Marijuana legalization may reduce opioid-related deaths
The legalization of marijuana, especially for recreational use, was associated with significant reductions in opioid-related mortality, according to study results published in Economic Inquiry.
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