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Cannabis Strains to Chemovars

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There are thousands of cannabis varieties available in different regions of the world. These cannabis products differ based on the constituents they contain. The concentration of these constituents is variable based on plant genetics and its growth environment.

Choosing a specific product for a patient can seem overwhelming for some clinicians. This chapter explores the different constituents within the cannabis plant. It will provide clinicians with recommendations to aid in the selection of a chemovar for patients.

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Boivin, M. (2021). Cannabis Strains to Chemovars. In: Narouze, S.N. (eds) Cannabinoids and Pain. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-69186-8_18

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