New approaches in the management of spasticity in multiple sclerosis patients: role of cannabinoids

Paul F SmithDepartment of Pharmacology and Toxicology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Otago, Dunedin, New ZealandAbstract: Cannabinoids such as Cannabis-based medicinal extracts (CBMEs) are increasingly being used in the treatment of spasticity associated with multiple sclerosis (MS). The...

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Main Author: Paul F Smith
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Dove Medical Press 2010-02-01
Series:Therapeutics and Clinical Risk Management
Online Access:http://www.dovepress.com/new-approaches-in-the-management-of-spasticity-in-multiple-sclerosis-p-a3946