Glossary term
Dronabinol: Dronabinol is a synthetic compound identical in structure to naturally occurring THC and is named by NICE as an example when discussing cannabis-based medicinal products.
Why this term matters
Helps readers understand that some cannabis-related medicines are not plant flower or oils.
UK medical cannabis context
NICE uses dronabinol as an example of a synthetic compound identical in structure to a naturally occurring cannabinoid.
What not to assume
It should not be confused with illicit synthetic cannabinoids such as “Spice”.
Careful wording: Avoid using “synthetic” as a synonym for “unsafe”.
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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.