Laszlo L Mechtler1, Fran M Gengo2, Vincent H Bargnes3. 1. Dent Neurologic Institute, 3980 Sheridan Drive, Suite 600, Amherst, NY, 14226, USA. lmechtler@dentinstitute.com. 2. Dent Neurologic Institute, 3980 Sheridan Drive, Suite 300, Amherst, NY, 14226, USA. 3. Dent Neurologic Institute, 3980 Sheridan Drive, Suite 600, Amherst, NY, 14226, USA.
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The use of cannabis for the treatment of migraine has become an area of interest with the legalization of medical cannabis in the USA. Understanding the mechanisms of cannabinoids, available studies, and best clinical recommendations is crucial for headache providers to best serve patients. RECENT FINDINGS: Patients utilizing medical cannabis for migraine have reported improvement in migraine profile and common comorbidities. Reduction in prescription medication is also common, especially opioids. Side effects exist, with the majority being mild. Not enough data is available for specific dose recommendations, but THC and CBD appear to mediate these observed effects. The purpose of this article is twofold: review the limited research surrounding cannabis for migraine disease and reflect on clinical management experiences to provide recommendations that best capture the potential use of cannabis for migraine.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The use of cannabis for the treatment of migraine has become an area of interest with the legalization of medical cannabis in the USA. Understanding the mechanisms of cannabinoids, available studies, and best clinical recommendations is crucial for headache providers to best serve patients. RECENT FINDINGS:Patients utilizing medical cannabis for migraine have reported improvement in migraine profile and common comorbidities. Reduction in prescription medication is also common, especially opioids. Side effects exist, with the majority being mild. Not enough data is available for specific dose recommendations, but THC and CBD appear to mediate these observed effects. The purpose of this article is twofold: review the limited research surrounding cannabis for migraine disease and reflect on clinical management experiences to provide recommendations that best capture the potential use of cannabis for migraine.
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Cannabis; Headache; Marijuana; Medical cannabis; Medical marijuana; Migraine
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