interactions, contraindications, and other important facets of the drug. Explain these aspects of the drug in terms of the psychiatric disorders indicated for the drug and the issue(s) associated with that use. If there is no accepted therapeutic use for the drug, evaluate and describe the actions of the drug with regard to the abuse process. The paper must focus on the pharmacology of the drug and not on the social or addictive aspects. If you focus on addiction and social impact, your paper will not receive credit.
undefinedIn addition to the text, research a minimum of three peer-reviewed articles published within the last five years on your selected drug. Prepare a three-page summary of the drug using the PSY630 Rapid Review Example paper (Links to an external site.) as a guide.
Cannabis has a long tradition of use in the treatment of epilepsies but has frequently been contraindicated in that context in RCTs due to the observed association of THC with proconvulsant effect at high doses. Due to its psychotropic effect, cannabis medication is contraindicated for specific patient groups. Those who have severe personality disorders and those who have a high risk for psychoses.
Therapeutic Use of Cannabis
Cannabis can be of great usefulness in treating many rare conditions that lack effective conventional therapeutic options. Cannabis is useful in the treatment of central sensitivity syndromes or multiple sclerosis and in managing chronic pain. It has also shown usefulness as antiemetics for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and also in treating nausea and vomiting.
