Multiple Sclerosis and Use of Medical Cannabis: A Retrospective Review of a Neurology Outpatient Population.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Patients diagnosed as having multiple sclerosis (MS) experience a wide range of symptoms requiring pharmacologic management, and many do not achieve adequate symptom control. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the role of medical cannabis (MC) as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for patients with MS.

Methods

A retrospective medical record review of 141 patients with MS receiving MC for symptom management was conducted. Data were collected for up to 4 follow-up appointments after initiation of MC. Outcomes included changes in MS symptoms, medication changes, adverse events, and changes in cognition and mobility.

Results

Patients experienced extensive MS symptom improvement after initiation of MC, with alleviation of pain (72% of patients) and sp

SUBMITTER: Rainka MM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10211357 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May-Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature