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Rethinking “Indica” vs “Sativa” in a Clinical Setting: A Chemovar Approach

Traditionally, patients act for “Indica” for sleep and “Sativa” for energy. While these terms are useful vernacular, they are botanically outdated and often inaccurate for predicting medical effects in modern hybrid genetics. At 300 Genetics, we encourage moving towards a “Chemovar” (chemical variety) approach for medical selection. The Limits of Old Labels A plant looking…

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Beyond THC Percentage: The Role of Terpenes and the “Entourage Effect” in Medical Efficacy

When evaluating medical cannabis flowers, many patients and clinicians focus solely on the THC percentage. However, modern cannabis science suggests that therapeutic outcomes are driven by a more complex interaction known as the “Entourage Effect.” What is the Entourage Effect? This theory posits that cannabinoids (like THC and CBD) and terpenes (the aromatic oils in…

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Understanding High-THC Medical Cannabis: When is High Potency Clinically Necessary?

In the evolving landscape of medical cannabis in Thailand, there is a growing clinical understanding of different cannabinoid profiles. While balanced CBD/THC ratios suit many patients, certain severe medical conditions may require high-potency therapeutic cultivars (often defined as exceeding 20-25% THC content). This article outlines the medical context for high-THC applications. Clinical Indications for High…

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