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Tetrahydrocannabinol for tremor in multiple sclerosis

D B Clifford. Ann Neurol. 1983 Jun.

Abstract

Based on one patient's enthusiastic report, eight patients with multiple sclerosis, seriously disabled with tremor and ataxia, were given oral tetrahydrocannabinol. Two demonstrated improved motor coordination.

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