MODULE:
The Endocannabinoid System: Basic
Unlocking the Essentials: Navigating the Basics of Medical Cannabis
$59.00
This module offers a comprehensive look at the endocannabinoid system, its physiological importance, and how cannabis-based therapies can contribute to health and disease management.
Module Description
The module examines the endocannabinoid system (ECS), highlighting its essential role in human homeostasis and detailing the functions of primary endocannabinoids and the CB1 and CB2 receptors that operate system-wide. It emphasizes the relative safety of cannabis medicines, particularly their low risk of overdose and respiratory depression. Additionally, the material delves into the immune modulating functions of CB2 receptors and the entourage effect, where the interplay between cannabinoids and terpenes finely tunes bodily functions. A special focus is given to Clinical Endocannabinoid Deficiency and its suspected ties to various diseases. Treatment strategies to boost ECS activity, including lifestyle changes and phytocannabinoid use, are discussed, showcasing the broad therapeutic potential of cannabis in healthcare.
Learning Outcomes
- Comprehend the ECS's role in homeostasis.
- Understand anandamide and 2-AG functions.
- Identify CB1 and CB2 receptors and their physiological impact.
- Learn ECS's interactions with body systems.
- Acknowledge cannabis safety and low overdose risk.
- Know CB2's role in modulating immune responses.
- Grasp the entourage effect of cannabinoids and terpenes.
- Learn about CED and its links to specific conditions.
- Discover ways to enhance ECS tone.
- Recognise the therapeutic potential of cannabis in various ailments.
Module Contributors
Dr John Teh
Course Chairman/Director of Medical Education, Australia
This Module is Designed for
- Doctors
- Pharmacists
- Nurses
- Patients
- Curious individuals
Certification Details
After completing this module and passing the exam, you will receive a digital certificate and confirmation of your CME credits (if relevant)
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