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Cannabinoids

Cannabinoids are used for weight gain and to treat nausea. They work by targeting parts of the brain that control nausea and appetite.

Why are cannabinoids prescribed?

  1. Weight Gain (49%)
  2. Nausea (49%)
  3. Epilepsy (1%)
  4. Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (1%)

Key takeaways

Cannabinoids are medications based on the active ingredients found in the cannabis plant. They're used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy, certain types of epilepsy, and loss of appetite caused by chronic conditions. Cannabinoids work by interacting with the endocannabinoid system in your body. Examples include dronabinol (Marinol), cannabidiol (Epidiolex), and nabilone (Cesamet).

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Marinol (dronabinol)

as low as$105
DRONABINOL prevents and treats nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy. It is prescribed when other medications have not worked. It may also be used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in patients with chronic conditions. It belongs to a group of medications called cannabinoids.
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Syndros

as low as$4,809
DRONABINOL prevents and treats nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy. It is prescribed when other medications have not worked. It may also be used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in patients with chronic conditions. It belongs to a group of medications called cannabinoids.
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Cesamet

NABILONE prevents and treats nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy. It is prescribed when other medications have not worked or cannot be tolerated. It works by blocking substances in your body that may cause nausea and vomiting. It belongs to a group of medications called antiemetics.
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Epidiolex

CANNABIDIOL prevents and controls seizures in people with epilepsy. It works by calming overactive nerves in your body.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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