Low-quality evidence shows using cannabis can help neuropathic pain, multiple sclerosis-associated spasticity, and chemo-induced nausea or vomiting. For most other problems, the effects are unclear.
An international group of physicians has issued a list of 31 treatment recommendations for patients diagnosed with early-onset colorectal cancer (before 50 years of age).
Current limits on low-cost generic antiemetics, allowing for example only nine ondansetron tablets each month, are leading to needless suffering and, ultimately, extra cost.
Antidopaminergic antiemetics (ADAs) used to relieve nausea and vomiting, including that induced by chemotherapy or radiotherapy, have been associated with an increased risk of ischemic stroke.