Comprehensive Pharmacological Study of Cannabis Sativa Plant
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Cannabis, also known as marijuana, contains several chemicals, especially Δ-9 tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabidiol, that may have therapeutic and medical benefits. Though few of them are cardiovascular in nature, cannabis may have medicinal advantages. On the other hand, cardiovascular disorders are among the many alarming health effects of cannabis, however delivery systems may play a role. This statement assesses the safety and efficacy profile of cannabis, especially in regard to cardiovascular health, and critically examines its usage for medical and recreational purposes from a clinical, policy, and public health standpoint. Although the identification of its botanical basis, cannabis, as a substance of abuse has hindered the development and clinical application of cannabinoids, they exhibit promise as therapeutic agents, especially as analgesics. More cannabis study is required to better understand the pharmacological potential of cannabinoids as medicines and to ascertain the impact of growing herbal cannabis use on both individual and public health. In order to help doctors provide patients who use cannabis with informed advice and care, this article discusses clinical, research, and regulatory problems linked to herbal cannabis. It also looks at potential and challenges to further study on the health consequences of cannabinoids and herbal cannabis. It used to have a significant place in medical history and was advised by various distinguished doctors for a variety of illnesses, most notably headache and migraine.This plant has had an interesting transformation over the years, going from being legal and often recommended to being outlawed due to social and political considerations rather than scientific ones. But as evidence of its many therapeutic benefits grows, the false stigma associated with cannabis is eroding, and there has been a significant drive to legalize medical marijuana and research. Since patients may unavoidably ask about cannabis for a variety of conditions, including chronic pain and headache disorders for which there is some intriguing supporting evidence, doctors must be knowledgeable about the drug's history, pharmacology, therapeutic indications, and appropriate clinical use.
Author: Akshay Wagh*, Kunal Kothawade, Shivshankar Ambhore, Dr. Avinash Darekar
Language: English
Subfield: Pharmacology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6912095358
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