Cannabis sativa: the unconventional “weed” allergen.

Authors: Thad L. Ocampo, Tonya S. Rans
Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, March 2015

Passage of legislation in Washington, Colorado, Oregon, Alaska, and the District of Columbia allowing recreational use of marijuana, despite federal regulation to the contrary, highlights the continued debate surrounding this unconventional plant. Allergies to marijuana are no…

Review on clinical studies with cannabis and cannabinoids 2005-2009

Based on the clinical results, cannabinoids present an interesting therapeutic potential mainly as analgesics in chronic neuropathic pain, appetite stimulants in debilitating diseases (cancer and AIDS), as well as in the treatment of multiple sclerosis.