Individualize treatment when prescribing medical cannabis to older patients as efficacy data remains limited

AbstractThere is a growing interest in the use of cannabis for medical purposes, especially in older patients who experience pain, sleep difficulties, mood disturbances or neurological disorders that are poorly managed by current treatment options. However, efficacy data on the use of medical cannabis remains limited, yet the risk of known and potential adverse events are considerably high. Treatment should be individualized based on the characteristics of the patient and be closely monitored.
Source: Drugs and Therapy Perspectives - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research