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European Commission Approves EPIDYOLEX
GW Pharmaceuticals, the global leader in developing cannabinoid-based medicines, announced Monday, Sept 23, the European Commission (EC) has approved the marketing authorization for CBD-based seizure medication EPIDYOLEX®.
The European Commission, along with the support of the European Medicines Agency (EMA), has approved Epidyolex for treating seizures associated with two severe forms of epilepsy, namely the Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) and Dravet syndrome.
With the said approval, patients who are diagnosed with either Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) or Dravet syndrome can now avail EPIDYOLEX® in the UK and the rest of Europe.
“The approval of EPIDYOLEX® marks a significant milestone, offering patients and their families the first in a new class of epilepsy medicines and the first and only EMA-approved CBD medicine to treat two severe and life-threatening forms of childhood-onset epilepsy,” said Justin Gover, CEO of GW Pharmaceuticals, in a press release.
“This approval is the culmination of many years of dedication and collaboration between GW, physicians and the epilepsy community,” he continued. “We believe patients and physicians deserve access to rigorously tested and evaluated cannabis-based medicines, manufactured to the highest standards and approved by medicines regulators, and we are delighted to be the first to offer this solution to the epilepsy community.”
Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS) and Dravet Syndrome (DS) are two types of rare epileptic disorders classified under epileptic encephalopathies. Patients who are diagnosed with either LGS or Dravet suffer multiple seizures a day.
Epidyolex, a strawberry-flavored oral solution with cannabidiol (CBD), helps significantly reduced the frequency of seizures in patients diagnosed with LGS and Dravet syndrome. The drug is considered to be non-psychoactive and contains only less than 0.1 percent THC, the principal psychoactive constituent of cannabis.
“LGS and Dravet syndrome are two of the most severe and difficult-to-treat forms of childhood-onset epilepsy, with few patients achieving adequate seizure control,” said Professor Elinor Ben-Menachem, professor of neurology and epilepsy at the University of Gothenburg’s Sahlgren Academy. “The EMA approval of Epidyolex will bring hope to patients and families, with the potential to better control seizures and improve quality of life.”
To date, an estimate of about 50,000 children and young adults in Europe are diagnosed to have one of the two syndromes, with about 10,000 coming from the UK.
Meanwhile, this CBD oral solution has already been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) back in June 2018 under the trade name EPIDIOLEX®.
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The Oral Health Benefits of CBD [VIDEO]
Suffering from toothache and gum problems? CBD may be the answer. Known for its potent pain-relief and anti-inflammatory properties, CBD can provide great relief for gum and tooth diseases as it reduces irritation and promotes faster healing. Watch this video to know more.
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Does CBD oil work for Gout? | Gout Pain Relief | CBD oil for Gout [VIDEO]
People suffering from gout can find great relief in using CBD. Gout is a form of arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid in the joints and is known to be extremely painful. CBD’s powerful anti-inflammatory properties not only relieves the symptom of gout, but it may also work to prevent its occurrence in the first place.
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Can Kratom Boost My Energy Levels?
Everyone has their daily list of tasks that they need to complete by the time the day is over. But when you’ve had a terrible night’s sleep prior, it makes waking up and getting all the things you need to do done very hard to do. Coffee and caffeine can only do so much. You may be wondering, is there another alternative? If you find yourself desperate for a solution then you came to the right place! Today we’re going to be talking about a plant called Kratom, what it is and how it affects your energy. We’ll also be discussing other potential benefits this herb may possess.
What Is Kratom?
Kratom, or Mitragyna Speciosa, is an evergreen tree that is a part of the coffee family. It is native throughout Southeast Asia, and it is commonly found in countries such as Thailand, Myanmar, and Indonesia. Kratom is known for its euphoric like effects and the health benefits it possesses. Although Kratom is legal in the United States and sold in many alternative medicine stores, it is illegal in numerous parts of Southeast Asia due to a lack of testing and knowledge about this plant.
The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has not yet approved Kratom for medical use because there have been few clinical trials to fully understand the herb. People take Kratom for a variety of reasons. Some use it for purely recreational purposes, whereas other people use it for pain relief or try to substitute it for opioids or to treat withdrawal symptoms. Kratom is a highly controversial substance that hasn’t been researched enough to know the long term effects.
Kratom For Energy
There are three main strains of Kratom. These strains include red, green, and white variations. The best strain for energy or motivation is white Kratom. Some people state that when taken in small doses, white Kratom makes them feel energized, focused, and sociable when they otherwise won’t be. But when taken in higher doses, people have reported feeling calmness, euphoria, and even sedation, which isn’t good when you are trying to be focused and energized. It is advised if you do plan on taking Kratom of energy, motivation, and focus, that you choose white Bali Kratom. It is one of the milder types of Kratom but will give you the boost that you need. There is also white Maeng Da Kratom or white Borneo which are more potent but they are also good for boosting your energy if taken in small doses.
Other Benefits Of Kratom
Along with Kratom having great energizing properties, it also some other benefits. First of all, many people say that Kratom is a great relief for chronic muscle pain because it works like a sedative in relaxing your muscles. Another thing that people use Kratom for is treatment for anxiety and depression as it can energize you and make you crave more social interaction. Of course, none of these are scientifically proven, but people that actively use Kratom have stated these benefits.
In conclusion, although the Kratom plant is quite a controversial herb, it can have amazing benefits and qualities and may be a useful source for chronic pain, anxiety, depression, treatment for drug addicts, and an energizer. Many people in today’s age are opting for natural path options instead of modern-day medicine, and this could be the new up and coming natural medication. With further research and clinical trials, this plant may one day be approved by the FDA and become as common as THC and CBD are becoming.
The effects are said to usually start within 10 minutes after ingesting the plant and can last up to one and half hour.
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