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In reply to the discussion: Marijuana Compounds Can Kill Some Cancer Cells: Study [View all]RainDog
(28,784 posts)or at least the ones doing the most research have.
And the compound that has shown the most medical promise is CBD, which is non-psychotropic.
But, ultimately, the researchers are recognizing the synergistic activity of THC, CBD and other cannabinoids.
The stuff that's awaiting approval for the American market is actual cannabis, not a synthetic, which is a combination of indica, sativa and ruderalis strains. (two of these are higher in CBD than the other.)
the plant material is ground, reduced in a liquid solvent, and used as a spray under the tongue for things like epilepsy, MS, CP, etc.
And the case that was in the news recently, the kid with brain cancer - I'm hoping that will spark interest in FDA approval for other studies.
http://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=view_post&forum=1002&pid=3875341