Glossary term
Capsule: A capsule is a solid oral dosage form containing a measured amount of medicine. In cannabis medicine discussions, this may relate to products such as nabilone capsules or other oral formulations used in trials or specialist practice.
Why this term matters
Useful because many patients expect all cannabis medicines to be oils or flower; some are not.
UK medical cannabis context
Nabilone is an example of a cannabinoid medicine taken as a capsule.
What not to assume
Oral capsules can have slower onset and longer-lasting effects than inhaled products.
Careful wording: Avoid implying capsules are more “medical” than other prescribed forms simply because they look familiar.
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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.