Authors:
Ruth D. Fisher, PhD
A. Arthur Fisher
Specifically, this Primer Addresses:
Risks
Examines the risks and side effects of medicinal cannabis and how these risks compare with those for other substances patients use to self-medicate
Cannabinoids
Discusses the nature of the cannabis species, the parts of the plant, its active substances, and how those substances work in the body
Forms of Use
Explains how the plant is processed into different forms of use, so users can decide which form is most appropriate to address their needs
Dosing
Reviews information on potency and dosing and how effects differ across products and individuals
Whole Plant
Describes how cannabis compounds interact with one another to treat different medical conditions
Healthcare Opposition
Presents the nature of healthcare industry support and opposition to medicinal cannabis and describes methodological problems with research findings
Recent Advances
Explains recent advances in our understanding of how cannabis works in our bodies, and provides a glimpse of cannabis’s potential, to treat conditions
Product Testing
Explains product testing requirements and the current state of testing
144 pages - 10 Chapters
38 Photos
12 Illustrations
8 Graphs
27 Tables
What The Experts Are Saying
Angela Hardy, Pharm.D.
Cannabis Educator and Cannabis Clinical Consultant
This compendium provides an unbiased, clear and concise overview of all the key information and supporting evidence for medical cannabis. This is precisely what every patient and healthcare provider needs to start making informed and rational decisions about the use of medical cannabis.
Mike Robinson, Founder
Global Cannabinoid Research Center
I’ve never seen anything so complete, properly compiled, and easily comprehendible for literally anyone interested in seriously learning about cannabis as medicine.
Ryan P. Basham, M.D.
This primer is very well done, very thorough and well researched. The tables and graphics make it much more "digestible" in comparison to a medical text. This is an asset for potential patients.
Dr. Jake F. Felice, N.D., L.M.P.
Cannabis Matrix Consulting
This book describes multiple essential topics for patients and consumers who are looking to navigate the complex world of cannabis and cannabis therapeutics.
Ben Caplan, MD
Founder, Chief Medical Officer, Cannabis Medicine Family Physician
This book is an excellent resource. Well-organized, simplifying a complex literature in elegant design!
J. Louie Esquivel, General Manager
Cal Green Medical
This book is comprehensive, and I know our patients will find it valuable. I would recommend it to anyone who truly wants to learn about cannabis and its benefits.
Kate Zhong, MD, MSc
CEO, CNS Innovations
I’m very impressed with the content and writing style – comprehensive and engaging. I particularly liked the way the references were organized and presented, the tables and figures were constructed, and the chapters were built upon one another, so readers can navigate through the complicated cannabis pathway in a clear and cohesive manner. Well done.
Morton Sacks, M.D.
Medical Cannabis & Healthy Aging Consultant