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Cannabis Use: Pain Management & Supportive Care in Oncology

Explore the therapeutic potential of cannabis for pain management and supportive care in patients with cancer.

Created bySkaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
BeginnerUpdated Apr 9, 2025
Cannabis Use: Pain Management & Supportive Care in Oncology

What You'll Learn

check_circleDescribe evidence for medical cannabis use in the management of non-cancer and cancer-related pain.
check_circleIdentify the common reasons for which cancer patients use cannabis.
check_circleEvaluate the literature on medical cannabis in common supportive care issues encountered in oncology.
check_circleApply evidence, pros/cons of using medical cannabis given a patient scenario.
check_circleDiscuss unique considerations and possible interactions between cannabis and conventional cancer care.

About This Course

This course will cover the most common indication patients seek treatment with medical cannabis … pain. Not only is this the most common reason for medical cannabis use among the general population, it is also the most common reason cancer patients use this product. Cancer patients also use medical cannabis for relief from a variety of symptoms related to their disease and treatment such as nausea/vomiting, weight loss, and insomnia. It is important that health care practitioners are aware of the evidence surrounding these common indications as well as safe use of medical cannabis.

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Skaggs School of Pharmacy  & Pharmaceutical Sciences
Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences

Committed to advancing pharmacy education, research, and patient care.

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Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is committed to advancing pharmacy education, research, and patient care. Through innovative curricula, cutting-edge research, and experiential learning, the school prepares future pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists to excel in diverse healthcare settings. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement, we strive to improve health outcomes and advance the profession through leadership, innovation, and service.

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