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The Use of Cannabis for Medical Purposes in the Arab World
Author(s) -
Shirah Bader H.,
Ahmed Mohammed M.
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
medical cannabis and cannabinoids
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2504-3889
DOI - 10.1159/000510824
Subject(s) - commentary
The legal landscape of cannabis (marijuana) has dramatically changed over the past few years in several countries worldwide. Many patients now have legal access to products derived from cannabis. In the Middle East, Lebanon became the first Arab country to legalize cannabis for medical and industrial use recently in 2020. Other Middle Eastern and Arab countries continue to completely ban the use of cannabis and products derived from cannabis. This article is a call to conduct medical research in the use of cannabis for medical purposes to determine the suitability and need for this substance in the Arab world. Based on these studies, evidence-based recommendations can be made to the highest authorities in the Arab countries for legalization or continued prohibition. As the international use of cannabis is increasing, the Arab countries may consider legalization of the substance to cover the unmet medical need and offer an additional treatment option for certain conditions.

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