Glossary term
Irradiated: “Irradiated” in this context usually means the batch has been treated with a radiation-based decontamination process to reduce microbial contamination.
Why this term matters
Many patients ask about it when receiving flower.
UK medical cannabis context
More common in specialist dispensing and patient-forum language than in NHS public guidance.
What not to assume
It is a quality-control descriptor, not a direct measure of effectiveness.
Careful wording: Avoid alarmist wording implying irradiation means unsafe medicine.
Related glossary terms
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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.
- Irradiation terminology review note. Used as terminology context only, not as standalone clinical guidance.
- NHS medical cannabis guidance
- NICE NG144: cannabis-based medicinal products