XXV World Congress of Neurology

Cannabinoid Education 360 hosted a ‘meet the expert’ session at the 2021 WCN congress. This session provided a fascinating presentation on the different types of cannabis-based products and cannabinoid pharmacology, helping to unlock the science and potential of cannabinoids.

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Congress of the European Academy of Neurology

Cannabinoid Education 360 hosted three expert-led symposia at the virtual 7th Congress of EAN. These included an engaging conversation on the role of evidence in medicine, and fascinating discussion between a neurologist and a psychopharmacologist tackling key questions on cannabinoids.

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Understanding cannabis-based products

Not all products containing cannabinoids are equal, and the terminology surrounding the different products available can be confusing. Use the interactive tool below to learn more about cannabis-based product types, their manufacturing, regulatory control, and the evidence behind their use.

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Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the cannabinoid responsible for the euphoric effect commonly associated with cannabis.¹ What trend was seen in the THC content of recreational cannabis in Europe between 2006 and 2016?

It approximately halved

It stayed about the same

It approximately doubled

Correct!

THC is one of many phytocannabinoids found in the cannabis plant and is associated with a euphoric effect through activation of CB₁ receptors.¹The THC content of recreational cannabis in Europe was ~5% in 2006 before almost doubling to ~10% in 2016.² This increase could impact upon the long-term health risks associated with use of recreational cannabis²

Learn more – visit our What products contain cannabinoids? infographic

References

Morales et al. Prog Chem Org Nat Prod 2017;103:103–31
Freeman et al. Addiction 2019;114:1015–23

Incorrect!

Learn more – visit our What products contain cannabinoids? infographic

References

Morales et al. Prog Chem Org Nat Prod 2017;103:103–31
Freeman et al. Addiction 2019;114:1015–23

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