Glossary term
Cannabinoid ratio: Cannabinoid ratio describes the relative amount of one cannabinoid compared with another, most commonly THC to CBD.
Why this term matters
Many patient-facing product descriptions use ratios rather than dense chemistry language.
UK medical cannabis context
Often seen in private-clinic catalogues and COAs rather than NHS summary pages.
What not to assume
Ratios simplify a product; they do not capture terpene profile, route, dose or personal response.
Careful wording: Avoid claiming a ratio predicts a precise symptom response.
Related glossary terms
Related MCPH pages
Sources and review notes
This entry is educational vocabulary, not medical advice. Suitability, prescribing, product choice and monitoring belong with a qualified clinician or pharmacist.
- Certificate of analysis terminology note. Used as terminology context only, not as standalone clinical guidance.
- Technical chemistry / terminology review note. Used as terminology context only, not as standalone clinical guidance.
- NHS medical cannabis guidance
- NICE NG144: cannabis-based medicinal products