MODULE:
THC, CBD and Entourage Molecules
Unlocking the Essentials: Navigating the Basics of Medical Cannabis
$79.00
The THC, CBD and Entourage Molecules module provides an insight into the medicinal properties of cannabis, focusing on THC and CBD, the entourage effect, and the selection of strains for tailored treatments.
Module Description
This module covers the essentials of THC and CBD—the two primary cannabinoids in the cannabis plant. Emphasising their therapeutic potential and interactions with the body's endocannabinoid system, the course also notes the importance of the entourage effect, where cannabinoids and terpenes in whole plant extracts may offer enhanced benefits compared to isolated compounds.
The module addresses the differences between indica and sativa strains, emphasising the need for personalised treatment based on specific cannabinoid and terpene profiles. This module underscores the scientific basis for the therapeutic use of cannabis, advocating for a nuanced understanding of its components for improved patient care.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the difference between THC and CBD including their chemical structures, effects, and therapeutic uses.
- Recognise THC's psychoactive properties and its range of therapeutic effects such as pain relief, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotection, and its impact on the endocannabinoid system, including potential for downregulation with chronic use.
- Comprehend CBD's non-psychoactive effects, its role in counteracting THC's psychoactive effects, and its broad therapeutic applications including antioxidative, neuroprotective, and anxiolytic benefits.
- Grasp the concept of the entourage effect, illustrating how cannabinoids and terpenes work synergistically to enhance the therapeutic outcomes of cannabis medicine.
- Understand the significance of terpenes in the cannabis plant, their physiological potency, and how they contribute to the plant's medicinal properties and the overall entourage effect.
- Differentiate between indica and sativa strains of cannabis in terms of their physical characteristics, effects, and suitable uses in treatment, as well as the importance of hybrid strains in achieving desired therapeutic outcomes.
- Acknowledge the importance of considering the whole plant medicine approach over isolated cannabinoids for effective treatment, taking into account cannabinoid ratios, terpene profiles, and indica/sativa dominance.
- Learn about the complexity of the cannabis plant, including the roles of other cannabinoids and bioactive compounds in medical applications and how they contribute to the cannabis plant's effectiveness as a therapeutic agent.
Module Contributors
Dr John Teh
Course Chairman/Director of Medical Education, Australia
This Module is Designed for
- Doctors
- Pharmacists
- Nurses
- Patients
- Curious individuals
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