Cannabinoid Use in Pediatric Epilepsy

Abstract

Cannabidiol has shown promising effects on reducing seizure frequency in children and adults with selected epilepsy syndromes. In this narrative brief review, we provide an update on the use of cannabidiol in pediatric epilepsy including the indications for its use, clinical efficacy, adverse effects, requirements for monitoring and regulations.

Authors

Whitney R; Jauhari P; Jain P

Journal

Indian Pediatrics, Vol. 62, No. 4, pp. 300–305

Publisher

Springer Nature

Publication Date

April 1, 2025

DOI

10.1007/s13312-025-00015-7

ISSN

0019-6061

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Robyn Whitney

Associate Professor, Faculty of Health Sciences

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