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The major phytocannabinoids: THC and CBD

The major phytocannabinoids: THC and CBD

Dive into the science behind the two primary phytocannabinoids, THC and CBD, in this comprehensive course led by Associate Professor Jonathan Arnold. Explore their chemical structures, mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, and safety profiles. Learn about the unique effects of each compound, including their roles in chronic pain, epilepsy, anxiety, and more. This course also delves into concepts like the entourage effect, chemovars, and whole-plant medicine, offering valuable insights for healthcare professionals. Through evidence-based discussions, case studies, and interactive activities, gain the expertise to navigate the complexities of medicinal cannabis and its integration into clinical practice.

time-icon 4.0 hrs EA | 5.0 hrs RP | 0.0 hrs OM
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  • 100% ONLINE

  • accredited Course

  • Expert instructor

The Major Phytocannabinoids: THC and CBD is an in-depth course designed to equip healthcare professionals with the scientific understanding and practical knowledge necessary for the clinical use of medicinal cannabis. Led by Associate Professor Jonathan Arnold, a leading authority on cannabinoid therapeutics, this course covers essential aspects of THC and CBD, their pharmacology, and clinical applications.

This unit provides a comprehensive overview of the two key phytocannabinoids, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). Topics covered include:

Chemical Structures and Mechanisms of Action: Explore how subtle differences in molecular structures lead to dramatically different pharmacological effects, from the psychoactive properties of THC to the non-intoxicating profile of CBD.
Therapeutic Applications: Delve into the evidence supporting the use of these cannabinoids for managing chronic pain, epilepsy, anxiety, spasticity in multiple sclerosis, and other conditions.

Safety and Side Effects: Learn about the distinct safety considerations of THC and CBD, including dosing strategies, adverse effects, and contraindications.
Clinical Frameworks: Understand the regulatory pathways, product categories, and dosing approaches for medicinal cannabis in clinical practice.

Emerging Research: Explore new findings on CBD’s anti-inflammatory, antipsychotic, and anxiolytic properties, as well as THC’s role in pain modulation and spasticity.

This course is a valuable resource for professionals aiming to enhance their knowledge of medicinal cannabis, ensuring safe and informed patient care.

  1. Distinguish THC and CBD. 
  2. Distinguish phytocannabinoids, entourage effect, chemovars, indica vs sativa and whole plant medicine.

This course is designed for GPs and is also suitable for all degree qualified medical professionals.

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CPD Hours:

  • Education hours:  4.0
  • Reviewing performance hours: 5.0
  • Measuring outcome hours:  0.0
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Accreditations:

Royal Australian College of General Practice (RACGP) #411970

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) #30967

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Study Mode:

100% online

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Study duration:

9.0 hrs self-paced

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ABOUT THE PRESENTER

A/Prof Jonathan Arnold

This course is presented by A/Prof Jonathan Arnold.

He is a world leader in the science of cannabis and the cannabinoids. He is Deputy Academic Director of the Lambert Initiative for Cannabinoid Therapeutics at the University of Sydney, Australia. This is a cross faculty research initiative that specialises in the discovery and development of cannabis-based medicines. In 2018 he was one of four scientists selected to advise the World Health Organisation (WHO) on their historical review of cannabis and the cannabinoids. A/Prof Arnold has over 20 years’ experience in cannabinoid pharmacology and has published extensively on the molecular, cellular, neurobiological and behavioural actions of the phytocannabinoids, cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).