Introduction to Medical Cannabis Products

The medical cannabis landscape in Australia is rapidly evolving, with an increasing range of products available to meet diverse patient needs. This fundamental module offers a comprehensive introduction to medical cannabis products, including key classifications, routes of administration, and the therapeutic roles of cannabinoids such as THC and CBD.

You’ll explore the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and learn how factors like onset of action, bioavailability, and duration of effect influence product selection and patient outcomes.

Ideal for healthcare professionals new to the field, this module builds essential knowledge to support safe, effective integration of medical cannabis into patient care.

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Estimated Duration: 1 hour

Access Duration: 12 months from date of purchase

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this module, you’ll be able to:

• Define endogenous and exogenous cannabinoids
• Summarise the role and function of the endocannabinoid system (ECS)
• Describe the properties of THC and CBD, including their potential therapeutic and medicinal effects
• Describe different medical cannabis product categorisations
• Identify, for different administration methods, speed of onset, bioavailability and duration of effects
• Explain considerations when selecting medical cannabis products to improve safety and efficacy for patients

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