Cannabis and Cannabinoids

<p>Study the latest research findings by international experts!This comprehensive volume presents state-of-the-art scientific research on the therapeutic uses of cannabis and its derivatives. All too often discussions of the potential medical uses of this substance are distorted by political considerations that have no place in a medical debate. Cannabis and Cannabinoids: Pharmacology Toxicology and Therapeutic Potential features fair equitable discussion of this emerging and controversial medical topic by the world’s foremost researchers.Cannabis and Cannabinoids examines the benefits drawbacks and side effects of medical marijuana as a treatment for various conditions and diseases. This book discusses the scientific basis for marijuana’s use in cases of pain nausea anorexia and cachexia. It also explores its possible benefits in glaucoma ischemia spastic disorders and migraine.Cannabis and Cannabinoids examines all facets of the medical use of marijuana including:</p><ul> <li> botany </li> <li> history </li> <li> biochemistry </li> <li> pharmacology </li> <li> clinical use </li> <li> toxicology </li> <li> side effectsCannabis and Cannabinoids is a reference work that will become indispensable to physicians psychologists researchers biochemists graduate students and interested members of the public. No other book available offers this comprehensive even-handed look at a deeply divisive subject. </li> </ul>