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Cannabidiol (CBD) in Clinical Care

Preeti Patel, Steve Curry  1
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2026 Jan.
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Cannabidiol (CBD) in Clinical Care

Preeti Patel et al.
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Excerpt

This activity focuses on cannabidiol's (CBD) role in managing refractory epilepsy. Participants will explore indications, actions, and contraindications pertinent to CBD's efficacy in managing Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, Dravet syndrome, and tuberous sclerosis complex. This discussion also thoroughly reviews CBD's mechanism of action, adverse event profile, and ongoing research trials involving this drug. Additionally, understanding CBD's pharmacology helps healthcare professionals to tailor treatment plans to individual patient needs. Enhancing patient care and optimizing outcomes in epilepsy, neuropathic pain, and anxiety disorders requires emphasis on the critical role of the interprofessional healthcare team in overseeing CBD therapy.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: Preeti Patel declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Steve Curry declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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