Exploring the endocannabinoid System and pharmacology of medicinal cannabis
This education module was developed by Lateral Connections at the request of, and with funding from, United In Compassion
About this Course
Welcome to the Exploring the endocannabinoid System and pharmacology of medicinal cannabis course as part of the CannabisRx: Pharmacists’ Guide to Medicinal Cannabis Online Learning. This course will delve into the science behind medicinal cannabis, examining key aspects such as the endocannabinoid system, pharmacokinetics, and drug interactions with medicinal cannabis.
Pharmacists play a pivotal role in patient care, and this course will equip you with the background knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of medicinal cannabis effectively.
This activity has been accredited for 2 hours of Group
1 CPD activity (or 2 CPD credits) suitable for inclusion in an individual
pharmacist’s CPD plan, which can be converted to 2 hours of Group 2 CPD (or 4
CPD credits) upon successful completion of the relevant assessment activity.
Learning Outcomes
- Recall the three key parts of the endocannabinoid system
- Understand the pharmacokinetic properties of medicinal cannabis
- Understand and analyse potential drug interactions between medicinal cannabis and other medications
CPD
The 2016 Competency Standards addressed by this activity include:
1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 3.5
Accreditation number: S2023/69
This activity has been accredited for 2 hours of Group 1 CPD activity (or 2 CPD credits) suitable for inclusion in an individual pharmacist’s CPD plan, which can be converted to 2 hours of Group 2 CPD (or 4 CPD credits) upon successful completion of the relevant assessment activity.
Accreditation expires: 27/09/2026