GW Pharmaceuticals has patented a CBD preparation with over 90% CBD and a specific ratio of THC is more effective in treating diseases. The presence of minor impurities like THC enhances the efficacy of CBD treatment, providing a synergistic effect. GlobalData’s report on GW Pharmaceuticals gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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According to GlobalData’s company profile on GW Pharmaceuticals, was a key innovation area identified from patents. GW Pharmaceuticals's grant share as of February 2024 was 49%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Cbd preparation with at least 90% cbd and thc

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: GW Pharmaceuticals Ltd

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11865102B2) discloses a cannabidiol (CBD) preparation with a high concentration of CBD, greater than or equal to 90% (w/w) based on the total amount of cannabinoids in the preparation. The remaining cannabinoids in the preparation include tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), with a specific ratio of trans-THC to cis-THC ranging from about 0.7:1.0 to about 5.0:1.0. Additionally, the CBD preparation contains not more than 1.5% (w/w) THC, with specific ranges of THC content specified in the claims.

Furthermore, the patent covers the use of this CBD preparation in pharmaceutical compositions for treating epilepsy, specifically targeting conditions such as Dravet syndrome, Lennox Gastaut syndrome, Doose syndrome, or tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). The method involves administering a therapeutically effective amount of the CBD preparation, with dosages ranging from about 5 mg/kg/day to about 50 mg/kg/day. Specific dosages for different types of epilepsy within the specified conditions are also outlined in the claims, providing a detailed guide for medical practitioners looking to utilize this CBD preparation for epilepsy treatment. The patent also includes provisions for the preparation of cannabinoids from cannabis plant material or synthetically, offering flexibility in the sourcing of the active ingredients for the CBD preparation.

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