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[Cannabis--abuse and consequences].

Vidar-André Wøien1, Henrik Horwitz, Lotte C G Høgberg

  • 1Birkegade 11, 2. tv, 2200 Købehavn N. v_a_w@hotmail.com.

Ugeskrift for Laeger
|February 5, 2015
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Cannabis is a widely used illicit drug. This review covers its effects, how the body processes it, and how to treat intoxication, including data from Danish Poison Information Center.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Toxicology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Cannabis is a globally prevalent illicit substance.
  • Approximately 50% of the Danish population has prior experience with cannabis use.
  • Understanding cannabis's effects and management is crucial due to its widespread use.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of cannabis.
  • To detail its pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic properties.
  • To outline current treatment strategies for cannabis intoxication.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic data.
  • Analysis of treatment protocols for cannabis intoxication.
  • Presentation of case data from The Danish Poison Information Center.

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Main Results:

  • Detailed description of how cannabis affects the body (pharmacodynamics).
  • Explanation of how the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and excretes cannabis (pharmacokinetics).
  • Overview of management approaches for acute cannabis intoxication.

Conclusions:

  • Cannabis has complex pharmacological effects requiring thorough understanding.
  • Effective treatment protocols for cannabis intoxication are essential.
  • Data from poison control centers offer valuable insights into real-world cannabis-related incidents.