Medicinal Cannabis: A Review of Current Perspectives and Future Challenges in Clinical Practice
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10.52832/jormed.v2.403Keywords:
Medicinal cannabis, Clinic, Diseases, TherapyAbstract
Introduction: The growing attention paid to medicinal cannabis reflects interest in its therapeutic properties, which have been exploited since ancient times. Compounds such as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) have aroused scientific interest due to their potential medicinal applications. Objective: To provide a comprehensive overview of the therapeutic potential of medicinal cannabis and its clinical applications. Methods: This is an integrative review of the scientific literature available in the PubMed (US National Library of Medicine), SciELO (Scientific Electronic Library Online) and Web of Science databases. Studies were selected that related to the therapeutic use of cannabis in different medical conditions, using the following inclusion criteria: registered Decs descriptors (((Medical Marijuana) AND (Therapy)) AND (Clinical)) AND (Diseases)), free full texts, published in peer-reviewed journals, articles available in English and Portuguese, and published in the last 5 years (2019 to 2024). Studies that were not directly related to the proposed topic were excluded from the analysis. Results: This review analyzed a total of 81 articles, of which only 8 were considered relevant to the topic under study. The study highlighted a variety of clinical applications for medicinal cannabis, including pain relief, anxiety reduction and seizure control in patients with epilepsy, among others. These results provide valuable information for health professionals and researchers interested in the therapeutic potential of Cannabis. Conclusion: Medical cannabis has significant therapeutic potential in various clinical applications, offering a promising alternative for patients seeking complementary or alternative treatments. However, more research is needed to elucidate the mechanisms of action and optimize its clinical use.
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