Cannabinoid-derived drugs

Cannabinoid-derived drugs are medications developed from compounds found in cannabis plants or similar substances that interact with the body's endocannabinoid system. This system helps regulate functions like pain, mood, appetite, and sleep. These drugs can be used to manage issues such as chronic pain, nausea from chemotherapy, or muscle spasticity in multiple sclerosis. Unlike recreational cannabis, these pharmaceuticals are carefully formulated, tested, and approved for medical use, providing targeted benefits with controlled potency and minimized psychoactive effects. They offer a scientific approach to harnessing cannabis-related compounds for therapeutic purposes.