Cannabinoids and Therapeutic Effects: CBD
On Dec. 14 2016, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency made it clear that “any marijuana-based extract is considered a Schedule I drug under federal law, including CBD oils and other types of CBD-rich extracts.” Even though CBD shows much promise as a medicine, it remains illegal in many parts of the world. CBD is classified as a Schedule I drug in the United States and a Schedule II drug in Canada.
Cannabidiol, CBD, is a cannabis compound that has significant medical benefits, but does not make people have the euphoric feeling of being “stoned” and can actually counteract that psychoactivity aspect of THC. The fact that CBD-rich cannabis is non-psychoactive or less psychoactive than THC-dominant strains makes it a great option for patients looking for relief without disconcerting feelings of lethargy or dysphoria.
CBD is a key ingredient in cannabis and is one of more than 80 active cannabinoid compounds found in the...
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