Modulação de dor crônica através da analgesia com uso de canabinóides: uma revisão integrativa de literatura

Abstract

Chronic pain (CP) is characterized by discomfort persisting regularly for a period exceeding 90 days. Pain management involves both pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies. Among complementary methods, the use of Cannabis has been explored for pain control. Given the prevalent taboos and the limited publications providing a comprehensive overview of studies conducted in this field, this study sought to map publications related to the use of medicinal Cannabis for chronic pain management. Objective: To present the results of studies on the use of medicinal Cannabis in chronic pain control. Method: This study is an integrative literature review conducted over the past five years. Results and Discussion: Fourteen studies were included, with the majority published in 2022, primarily conducted in the United States and presented in English and Portuguese. The primary form of Cannabis found was the oil extracted from the plant, and the main adverse effects reported were xerostomia, drowsiness, and euphoria. Conclusion: The results obtained highlight the efficacy of cannabis in reducing the painful sensations experienced by patients. However, it is crucial to emphasize that, due to the recent nature of studies on the subject, there is still a lack of robust investigations unequivocally supporting the safe use of medicinal Cannabis in pain control.