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Cannabis induces a clinical response in patients with Crohn's disease: a prospective placebo-controlled study.
Key Findings: Complete remission (Crohn's Disease Activity Index (CDAI) score, 100) was observed in 10 of 11 subjects in the cannabis group and 4 of 10 in the placebo group. Three patients in the cannabis group were weaned from steroid dependency. Subjects receiving cannabis reported improved appetite and sleep, with no significant side effects.
Type of Study: Double Blind Clinical Trial
Study Sample Size: 21
Study Result: Positive
Study Location(s): Israel
Year of Pub: 2013
Cannabinoids Studied: Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
Phytocannabinoid Source: Cannabis Flower derived
Chemotype: Chemotype I
Sub-Ratio: 1:0 (THC:CBD)
Dosage: THC (115 mg) or placebo 2x/day for 8 weeks
Route of Administration: Inhalation
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