This is similar to how naloxone and naltrexone are used for opiates. CB1 antagonists may also aid in reducing cravings. Worries of psychological side effects that occur over prolonged exposure have led to the discontinuation of the development of many of these compounds, but several are currently entering clinical trials for the treatment of cannabis intoxication. [1]
Over-the-counter sedating Antihistamines such as Doxylamine have sedating and anti-emetic effects and may provide short term relief but should only be used within advised dosages. Barriers to treatment
Research that looks at barriers to cannabis treatment frequently cites a lack of interest in treatment, lack of motivation and knowledge of treatment facilities, an overall lack of facilities, costs associated with treatment, difficulty meeting program eligibility criteria and transport difficulties. Epidemiology
Cannabis is one of the most widely used drugs in the world. In the United States, between 42% and 49% of people have used cannabis, an estimated 9% of those who use cannabis develop dependence. Of Australians aged 14 years and over 34.8% have used cannabis one or more times in their life. In the U.S., cannabis is the most commonly identified illicit substance used by people admitted to treatment facilities. Most of these people were referred there by the criminal justice system.
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This article incorporates text from a publication now in the public domain: Chambers, Ephraim (ed.). "Bezoar". Cyclopædia, or an Universal Dictionary of Arts and Sciences. James and John Knapton, et al. Further reading
Borschberg, Peter, "The Euro-Asian Trade in Bezoar Stones (approx. 1500–1700)", Artistic and Cultural Exchanges between Europe and Asia, 1400–1900: Rethinking Markets, Workshops and Collections, ed. Thomas DaCosta Kaufmann and Michael North, Aldershot: Ashgate, 2010, pp. 29–43. https://www.academia.edu/4311591
Borschberg, Peter, "The Trade, Forgery and Medicinal Use of Porcupine Bezoars in the Early Modern Period (c.1500–1750)", ed. Carla Alferes Pinto, Oriente, vol. 14, Lisbon: Fundação Oriente, 2006. == External links ==