Cannabis works better than opioids for back pain, in two European studies
Summary
Two studies from Europe found that cannabis is more effective than opioids in treating back pain. These studies showed that cannabis provides better pain relief and has fewer side effects compared to opioids.Key Facts
- Two major clinical trials in Europe tested cannabis for low back pain.
- The trials found cannabis more effective than a placebo and opioids for pain relief.
- Cannabis caused fewer gastrointestinal side effects, like constipation, compared to opioids.
- The studies used a cannabis oil blend containing THC and CBD.
- A German company called Vertanical funded the trials and plans to market the oil in Europe.
- Cannabis is classified as a Schedule 1 drug in the U.S., complicating research and approval.
- The FDA requires the replication of these studies in the U.S. before approving the product.
- Experts believe these studies add important evidence to support cannabis as a treatment for chronic pain.
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