Pharmacists play a crucial role in preparing medical cannabis in accordance with established regulations and guidelines. By following the Norms of Good Preparation (NBP), pharmacists create magistral preparations of cannabis, ensuring the distribution of the active substance in the appropriate dose and medication form, as prescribed by doctors. The administration of medical cannabis involves oral intake through decoctions or quantified oil extracts, as well as inhalation using specialized vaporizers.
Medical cannabis can be taken orally through decoctions or extracts in quantified oil or through inhalation using a specialized vaporizer. Different forms of administration can alter the chemical profile of the cannabis plant, with heating playing a crucial role in converting acidic cannabinoids into their active form. Recent research challenges the belief that cannabinoid acids are inactive, highlighting their potential medicinal properties. It is important to heat the cannabis properly and follow strict procedures to avoid the formation of degradation products and ensure the retention of volatile components like terpenes.