In Moldova in favor of the legalization of psychoactive hemp
The medical community of the Republic of Moldova asks for permission to use cannabis for medical purposes.
Doctors say that psychoactive hemp - a plant that not only does not harm, but has the exclusive properties of the human body. Recreational cannabis can treat many diseases, including AIDS, schizophrenia and cancer.
In Moldova, the psychoactive hemp is currently considered illicit drugs. She declared psychotropic substances without medical effects. But a number of countries have reviewed legislation and approved the use of cannabis by medical institutions.
In Moldova, according to the legislation, recreational cannabis falls into the category of substances that are not permitted to be used for medical purposes, therefore not applicable in the treatment of patients. "Unfortunately, very few people know about the medicinal properties of cannabis, in particular, the cannabinoids and terpenoids. The international community is exploring this topic more than 30 years, there are several international associations that are engaged in this research. Cannabis is shown as a therapeutic drug for many nosology and pathological syndromes "- said to« MedNews »psychiatrist, a specialist in human physiology Stanislav Grosso.
In the central nervous system is the largest number of cannabinoid receptors. They are in the pulmonary, cardiovascular, immune, reproductive, musculoskeletal system, playing the role of homeostasis. Cannabinoids have been identified in breast milk and are designed to stimulate the appetite and good mood fruit. "There are many myths about psychoactive hemp. One of them is the fact that marijuana could be starting the drug, that is, people who use the plant, then gradually move to harder drugs. Another myth - is that hemp is an interactive amotivational syndrome, general apathy. Cannabis has no medical value and is dangerous - this is another myth ", - explained S. Oneyvi Emanuel, a professor of University. William Paterson (USA), who gave a lecture for Moldovan doctors.
Emanuel S. Oneyvi is the author of several scientific papers in international journals. He presented the main benefits of using cannabis for medical purposes and under strict medical supervision. "Cannabis contains a number of substances, some of which are psychotropic. Psychoactive hemp can not be called a drug, but only psychoactive substance, has beneficial effects on the body. Hemp is used to treat Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, anorexia, depression. Patients with cancer and AIDS, this plant is shown as a straight antiemetic, appetite stimulant and antidepressant. An example is glaucoma - one of the four nosological conditions for which cannabis has been allowed in the United States, in addition to multiple sclerosis, emetic syndrome in AIDS and cancer pain syndrome "- continued American professor.
Officially, hemp in the Moldovan medicine is not used. Unofficially - there are cases where the substance is used for therapeutic purposes. Doctors say that a person who uses psychoactive cannabis for medical purposes shall not be held liable. "Today in Moldova, hemp is classified in accordance with the government's decision of 2004 as a psychotropic substance with no medical use. In fact, psychiatrists cannabidiol is the main concern. This is the second significant substance in cannabis plants on the content, and it is not psychoactive. It interests us, because it has the properties of neuroleptics, anticonvulsants, antidepressants, is a major neuroprotective agent particularly because it has no toxic effects on the body, "- said Stanislav Grosso.