Clinician's Guide to Cannabinoid Science

This book provides clinicians with credible,peer-reviewed science to advise patients on the use of cannabinoids in practice, differentiating approved cannabinoids from cannabis and medical marijuana and stimulating clinicians to think about the risks and benefits of these two drugs.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 164 pages
\n Publication date: 29 October 2020
\n Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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Medical marijuana, a subject of contentious debate, presents a promising realm of medical advancements fueled by the therapeutic potential of cannabinoids. In response to this need, this comprehensive book equips clinicians with reliable and peer-reviewed scientific knowledge to guide their patients in the practical application of cannabinoids. Spanning from the historical origins of cannabis to the recent breakthroughs, the chapters delve into the intricate science of cannabinoids, explore the shifting legal and regulatory landscape, and spotlight the emerging field of endocannabinoids. The book distinguishes between approved cannabinoids and cannabis, encouraging clinicians to critically evaluate the risks and benefits associated with these two substances. It serves as a foundational resource for clinicians to initiate and facilitate discussions on the ongoing exploration of marijuana, ongoing research endeavors, and the potential for future advancements in the development of novel medications for therapeutic purposes. This invaluable guide is indispensable for all specialists in the pharmaceutical sciences, toxicologists, biochemists, neurologists, psychiatrists, addiction specialists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, and regulators and policymakers, alike.

\n Weight: 294g\n
Dimension: 232 x 156 x 11 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781108730754\n \n