It can now be sold in pharmacies: What is medical cannabis and what are its benefits?

It has analgesic, sedative, and anti-inflammatory properties. It can be found in controlled doses in medical cannabis. Its analgesic and appetite-stimulating effects make it beneficial for some ailments.

WHAT IS MEDICAL CANNABIS USED FOR?

Medical cannabis can be used to treat the following conditions under doctor supervision and within the legal framework: Chronic pain (including neuropathic pain) Multiple sclerosis (MS) Epilepsy (especially resistant types)

Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy Loss of appetite and weight loss (due to cancer or HIV/AIDS) Some mental illnesses (such as anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder)