Anecdotal reports on the antiepileptic properties of marihuana (Cannabis sativa) are known since ancient times. Rosenthal in 1971 mentioned medieval Arab manuscripts in which cannabis is describedas a treatment for epilepsy, as diuretic, anti-emetic, anti-epileptic, antiinflammatory, painkilling and antipyretic properties, among others. During the 19th century several medical reports were published on the ameliorative effects of cannabis extracts on several forms of convulsions.
In spite of promising results and its low toxicity,the use of cannabis preparations for medical purposes progressively decreased. This was due to the absence of standardized preparations, the unknown chemical composition, and the psychotropic secondary effects produced by cannabis.
This study supported from the US National Institutes of Mental Health and published on acsalaska.net.
In spite of promising results and its low toxicity,the use of cannabis preparations for medical purposes progressively decreased. This was due to the absence of standardized preparations, the unknown chemical composition, and the psychotropic secondary effects produced by cannabis.
This study supported from the US National Institutes of Mental Health and published on acsalaska.net.