CBD

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-001506",
  "term": "CBD",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "A chemical that comes from the hemp (Cannabis sativa) plant. CBD contains very low levels of delta-9-THC (the main chemical that causes the “high” of marijuana). It may help relieve pain, lower inflammation, and reduce anxiety without causing the mind-altering effects of marijuana. CBD comes in many forms, including oils, extracts, capsules, and patches. One specific form has been approved in the United States as a drug to treat seizures in certain people. CBD is also being studied in the treatment of symptoms or side effects caused by cancer and cancer treatment. It is a type of cannabinoid. Also called cannabidiol.",
  "expansions": [
    "cannabidiol"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/cbd/"
}