MODULE:
Routes of Administration
Unlocking the Essentials: Navigating the Basics of Medical Cannabis
$59.00
This module provides a comprehensive examination of the various routes of administering medicinal cannabis, highlighting their pharmacokinetics, bioavailability, and practical considerations for treatment.
Module Description
Dr. Teh's module explores how cannabis medicine works. Inhalation offers fast but short effects, while oral/sublingual routes have slower onset but last longer. Rectal suppositories have unclear benefits. Topical applications target skin issues without psychoactive effects. Other routes like patches and sprays may be useful for specific needs.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the basic pharmacokinetics of THC and CBD.
- Recognise the variations in the metabolism of THC and CBD through different routes of administration.
- Understand the advantages and disadvantages of inhalation versus oral consumption of medicinal cannabis.
- Learn about the different routes of cannabis administration, including inhalation, oral/sublingual, rectal, and topical applications.
- Assess the impact of dosage forms and routes of administration on the efficacy and side effects of medicinal cannabis.
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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