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Does emerging evidence suggest medical cannabis has cardiovascular risks?

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

With increasing evidence that cannabis use is associated with adverse cardiovascular effects, questions are undoubtedly being asked about the safety of the drug for medical uses. Since the publication of the AHA statement, more evidence has come to light, which suggests that the use of cannabis has several adverse effect on the CV system.

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Psychedelic medicines: are they gaining traction in Europe?

European Pharmaceutical Review

As psychedelics diffused into wider society and recreational use increased, some individuals reported…ongoing symptoms after the drugs had left the body” At a time when psychiatry lacked effective medical therapies, the discovery of LSD was of interest. World Health Organization. World Health Organization; 2022 [cited 2023Mar].

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Cyclobenzaprine interactions to avoid

The Checkup by Singlecare

Cyclobenzaprine and cannabis While taking cyclobenzaprine, avoid cannabis or CBD. Cyclobenzaprine and older adults The American Geriatrics Society’s Criteria for potentially inappropriate medication use in older adults outlines medications that may not be safe for older adults (generally 65 years or older).

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New-onset arrhythmia risk greater in patients prescribed cannabis for chronic pain

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

The risk of developing a new-onset arrhythmia is higher in patients prescribed cannabis for chronic pain compared to those not using the drug. Cannabis represents a generic term used to denote the several psychoactive preparations of the plant Cannabis sativa and according to the World Health Organisation, around 147 million people, 2.5%

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A greener weed: the UK firm growing carbon-neutral cannabis

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Last month he delivered his first consignment of high-strength cannabis. Dehon’s dope is legal and above board, produced to supply the UK’s burgeoning market for medical cannabis on prescription. What’s more, Dehon and his colleagues believe it is the first carbon-neutral indoor weed grown anywhere in the world.

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Phenobarbital alternatives: What can I take instead of phenobarbital?

The Checkup by Singlecare

According to the recently updated guidelines American Geriatrics Society (AGS) Beers Criteria ® (AGS Beers Criteria ® ) for Potentially Inappropriate Medication (PIM) Use in Older Adults, benzodiazepines are not recommended for use in adults ages 65 years and older.

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Isle of Man to grow cannabis business to diversify economy

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

British crown dependency hopes to license as many as 10 medicinal cannabis firms by end of 2025 The Isle of Man has for decades been dominated by offshore financial services , but now its government is planning a push for a new kind of economic growth: medicinal cannabis.