Nabilone, a synthetic oral form of ∆ 9 -THC, which is available in the USA for other indications, was not found to be effective in 1 administration of escalating doses of 0.03 mg/kg using a dystonia rating scale; however, 3/15 patients felt better for several days after its use [10].

Dec 15, 2021 · A 2019 systematic review of treatments for people with TS and chronic tic disorders concluded that people with tics receiving THC are “possibly more likely than those receiving placebo to have reduced tic severity”.

While some adult members of our community have reported reduced tics when using medical marijuana, others have reported adverse reactions or no effect at all. Medical marijuana has two primary chemical components: Delta-9- tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol (CBD).

Jun 7, 2023 · Tourette syndrome is characterized by chronic motor and vocal tics. There is preliminary evidence of benefit from cannabis products containing Δ 9 -tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and that...

Aug 12, 2021 · Research points to THC as the main helper cannabinoid for symptoms of tic disorders. And in looking at the anecdotal report of the 25-year old patient who received four …

Preliminary data suggest that cannabis-based medicines might be a promising new treatment for patients with Tourette syndrome (TS)/chronic tic disorders (CTD) resulting in an improvement of tics, comorbidities, and quality of life.

A single dose of THC was shown to reduce his tic score on the YGTSS from 41 to 7, 2 hours after treatment. The patient also reported reduced premonitory urges and OCSs and neuropsychological testing indicated improvements in signal detection and sustained attention.

May 11, 2024 · Medical marijuana has shown potential in reducing vocal tics in patients with Tourette’s syndrome by interacting with the endocannabinoid system, which may improve motor control and reduce involuntary movements without significant side effects.

Background: Preliminary studies suggested that delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the major psychoactive ingredient of Cannabis sativa L., might be effective in the treatment of Tourette syndrome (TS).

Jun 11, 2023 · CONCLUSIONS: In severe Tourette syndrome, treatment with THC and CBD reduced tics and may reduce impairment due to tics, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder; although in some participants this was associated with slowed mentation, memory lapses, and poor concentration.