article_snippet.sent: The term medicinal marijuana refers to using the whole unprocessed plant or The term medicinal marijuana basic extracts to treat a disease or symptom.
article_snippet.sent: However, studies of the chemicals in marijuana - cannabinoids - has led the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve two medications that contain cannabinoid chemicals.
article_snippet.sent: Currently two cannabinoids, of around 100, are of medical interest - THC and CBD.
article_snippet.sent: THC increases appetite and reduces nausea.
article_snippet.sent: THC may also decrease pain, inflammation and muscle control problems.
article_snippet.sent: CBD is a cannabinoid that does not affect the mind or behaviour.
article_snippet.sent: In the UK, THC is the active ingredient in the prescribed drug Sativex.
article_snippet.sent: THC is currently only licensed to treat and relive the pain of muscle spasms in MS patients.
article_snippet.sent: Scientists are also conducting clinical trials and preclinical studies into the effects of marijuana on: .
article_snippet.sent: Medication containing cannabinoids, from marijuana, is licensed to treat MS - pictured on a brain scan - patients in both the US and UK .
highlights_snippet.sent: Cannabinoids - chemicals in marijuana - currently used in medication to treat MS patients in both the US and UK .
  