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Medical Marijuana Warning Letters

Medical Marijuana refers to the use of marijuana to treat or alleviate symptoms of certain illnesses. A growing number of states permit individuals to use marijuana on the recommendation of a physician. Despite... more +
Medical Marijuana refers to the use of marijuana to treat or alleviate symptoms of certain illnesses. A growing number of states permit individuals to use marijuana on the recommendation of a physician. Despite state laws to the contrary, Federal law still prohibits the use or possession of marijuana. The conflict between state and federal law on this issue has created interesting enforcement issues and significant legal hurdles for medical marijuana providers.  less -
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FDA Warns Companies Marketing Unsubstantiated Marijuana-Derived Products That Claim to Treat or Cure Cancer

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Earlier this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA or the Agency) issued Warning Letters to four companies – Greenroads Health, Natural Alchemist, That’s Natural! Marketing and Consulting, and Stanley Brothers...more

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FDA Targets CBD Products, Claims Made in Social Media

Last February, FDA issued three warning letters to companies marketing cannabidiol (CBD) products as dietary supplements. FDA reviewed the companies’ websites and concluded that claims that CBD products could treat...more

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FDA’s Marijuana Q&A: More Questions than Answers?

The FDA recently released its current thinking on marijuana in a variety of forms in a web-based document titled “FDA and Marijuana: Questions and Answers.” The most notable question and answer related to whether cannabidiol...more

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