Cannabidiol

Potential Contaminants in CBD and THC Oils

Cannabidiol (CBD) was initially discovered as a medication to treat Dravet syndrome, but is now used extensively to treat several medical and lifestyle disorders in addition to being used as recreational drug.

Can CBD Oil Be Used to Treat Epilepsy?

Does CBD Oil Work for Arthritis Pain?

Differences Between Cannabidiol (CBD) and Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

Can CBD be Used to Treat Drug Addiction?

Can CBD be Used to Prevent or Treat Psychosis?

Obesity Prevalence Among Cannabis Users

Does Diet Affect CBD Absorption?

Latest Cannabidiol News and Research

Medicinal cannabis improves outcomes in Parkinson's patients

With medicinal cannabis now legalized in many parts of the world, there is growing interest in its use to alleviate symptoms of many illnesses including Parkinson's disease (PD).

27 Jan 2021

Cannabidiol kills bacteria responsible for gonorrhea, meningitis, and legionnaires disease

Synthetic cannabidiol, better known as CBD, has been shown for the first time to kill the bacteria responsible for gonorrhea, meningitis and legionnaires disease.

20 Jan 2021

FDA issues warning letters to companies illegally selling unapproved CBD products

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued five warning letters to companies for selling products containing cannabidiol (CBD) in ways that violate the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act).

22 Dec 2020

Texas Biomed to investigate the effects of cannabinoids on HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) awarded Professor Mahesh Mohan, D.V.M., Ph.D., and collaborators more than $3.5 million over five years to investigate the effects of cannabinoids on Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) associated neurocognitive disorder (HAND).

11 Dec 2020

Medically active component of cannabis does not impact driving ability, study shows

A landmark study on how cannabis affects driving ability has shown that cannabidiol (CBD), a cannabis component now widely used for medical purposes, does not impair driving, while moderate amounts of the main intoxicating component tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) produce mild driving impairment lasting up to four hours.

1 Dec 2020

Novel cannabis plant extracts could protect against COVID-19

Researchers in Canada have conducted a study suggesting that novel Cannabis sativa extracts may decrease levels of the host cell receptor that severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) uses to gain viral entry to target tissues.

26 Nov 2020

Cannabidiol oils are equally or less effective at inhibiting certain cancer cell lines

Cannabidiol (CBD) oils are equally or less effective at inhibiting the growth of certain cancer cells compared to pure CBD, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers.

18 Nov 2020

Study: Cannabidiol molecule contains more potent antioxidants

Nowadays, cannabidiol is a star component, not only in the world of cosmetics, but also in pharmaceutics and nutrition due to its antioxidant properties and its therapeutical potential.

17 Nov 2020

USask researchers to study how cannabis use during pregnancy affects fetus' brain development

University of Saskatchewan pharmacologist Robert Laprairie will use a Brain Canada research grant to determine how a mother's use of cannabis during pregnancy affects the brain of the developing fetus she's carrying.

9 Nov 2020

Study finds higher cannabis dose is associated with larger reductions in OCD compulsions

People with obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, report that the severity of their symptoms was reduced by about half within four hours of smoking cannabis, according to a Washington State University study.

20 Oct 2020

SGD Pharma introduces Ensiemo, the new complete child-resistant packaging solution for CBD oils

SGD Pharma today announces the launch of its new full packaging solution dedicated to the cannabidiol (CBD) oil market.

23 Sep 2020

Pharmaceutical researchers aim to create better CBD-like treatments

Cannabidiol (CBD) is an increasingly popular wellness trend. The compound, which occurs naturally in cannabis plants, is added to many products that claim to reduce anxiety, alleviate pain and more, without the intoxication of its cousin tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).

2 Sep 2020

Study reveals how a cannabinoid may treat acute respiratory distress syndrome

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, when caused by a bacterial toxin known as Staphylococcal enterotoxin, can be completely prevented by treatment with Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant.

26 Aug 2020

Will smoking cannabis harm your heart?, yes says AMA

The American Heart Association (AHA), in their statement, has said that smoking cannabis (marijuana) could be harmful to the heart. This new stand on smoking weed was published this week in the journal Circulation. The announcement is released as an article titled, “Medical Marijuana, Recreational Cannabis, and Cardiovascular Health: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association.”

6 Aug 2020

Cannabinoids may alter the effects of some prescription drugs

Cannabinoid-containing products may alter the effects of some prescription drugs, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers.

3 Aug 2020

FDA approves CBD oral solution for treatment of seizures related to tuberous sclerosis complex

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Epidiolex (cannabidiol) [CBD] oral solution for the treatment of seizures associated with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) in patients one year of age and older.

31 Jul 2020

New program can help laboratories measure key chemical compounds in cannabis products

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has launched a program to help laboratories accurately measure key chemical compounds in marijuana, hemp and other cannabis products including oils, edibles, tinctures and balms.

28 Jul 2020

CBD may help reduce cytokine storm and excessive lung inflammation in COVID-19

Cannabidiol, or CBD, may help reduce the cytokine storm and excessive lung inflammation that is killing many patients with COVID-19, researchers say.

16 Jul 2020

UHN leads first-of-its-kind real world evidence study of medical cannabis

Medical cannabis is finally being put under the microscope, in a first-of-its-kind real world evidence study led by Dr. Hance Clarke, Director of Pain Services, Toronto General Hospital, and a recognized leader in educating Canadians about chronic pain management and the risk factors of continued opioid use.

9 Jul 2020

Cannabidiol may reduce behavioral problems in children with intellectual disabilities

Cannabidiol, a type of medicinal cannabis, may reduce severe behavioral problems in children and adolescents with an intellectual disability a new study has found.

24 Jun 2020

Cannabidiol

Overview

Can CBD Oil Be Used to Treat Epilepsy?

Does CBD Oil Work for Arthritis Pain?

Differences Between Cannabidiol (CBD) and Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

Feature Articles

Can CBD be Used to Treat Drug Addiction?

Can CBD be Used to Prevent or Treat Psychosis?

Obesity Prevalence Among Cannabis Users

Does Diet Affect CBD Absorption?

Latest Cannabidiol News and Research

Medicinal cannabis improves outcomes in Parkinson's patients

Cannabidiol kills bacteria responsible for gonorrhea, meningitis, and legionnaires disease

FDA issues warning letters to companies illegally selling unapproved CBD products

Texas Biomed to investigate the effects of cannabinoids on HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder

Medically active component of cannabis does not impact driving ability, study shows

Novel cannabis plant extracts could protect against COVID-19

Cannabidiol oils are equally or less effective at inhibiting certain cancer cell lines

Study: Cannabidiol molecule contains more potent antioxidants

USask researchers to study how cannabis use during pregnancy affects fetus' brain development

Study finds higher cannabis dose is associated with larger reductions in OCD compulsions

SGD Pharma introduces Ensiemo, the new complete child-resistant packaging solution for CBD oils

Pharmaceutical researchers aim to create better CBD-like treatments

Study reveals how a cannabinoid may treat acute respiratory distress syndrome

Will smoking cannabis harm your heart?, yes says AMA

Cannabinoids may alter the effects of some prescription drugs

FDA approves CBD oral solution for treatment of seizures related to tuberous sclerosis complex

New program can help laboratories measure key chemical compounds in cannabis products

CBD may help reduce cytokine storm and excessive lung inflammation in COVID-19

UHN leads first-of-its-kind real world evidence study of medical cannabis

Cannabidiol may reduce behavioral problems in children with intellectual disabilities

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Disinfectants could be helping bacteria to become resistant

Climate change may have contributed to the COVID-19 pandemic

Cannabidiol

Overview

Feature Articles

Can CBD be Used to Treat Drug Addiction?

Can CBD be Used to Prevent or Treat Psychosis?

Obesity Prevalence Among Cannabis Users

Does Diet Affect CBD Absorption?

Latest Cannabidiol News and Research

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