A INDÚSTRIA DE CANNABIS MEDICINAL (Cannabis sativa L.): UMA REVISÃO

Abstract

Cannabis sativa is a plant with medicinal properties that has been used for thousands of years. The main substances responsible for its medicinal attributes are Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9- THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). The process of extracting the active compounds of interest from Cannabis can be carried out in several ways. This work aims to provide a literature review

regarding the industrial processes that precede the formulation and production of Cannabis- based medicines. The historical use of the plant, from ancient records of religious uses to the

most recent, as a recreational object, is addressed, in addition to medicinal aspects, chemical composition, Cannabis market and the legislation of Brazil and different countries. In addition, some of the industrial processes to which Cannabis are subjected to extract its active compounds that are desired for the production of products and medicines were discussed. It is concluded that Cannabis, an ancient plant, used by different cultures over the centuries for different purposes, is seen in different ways by different countries and legislations and its industrial processes are quite complex, due to the various compounds present in the plant. In Brazil, even with significant advances, such as the creation of the Cannabis product category, regulation regarding the cultivation of Cannabis for medicinal purposes are necessary to reduce the cost of producing these medicines.