MGC Pharmaceuticals will start phase two ‘b’ clinical trials for its “CogniCann” medicinal cannabis product aimed at dementia sufferers. ASX listed medical marijuana player, MGC Pharmaceuticals, will receive the first bulk shipment of its “CogniCann” product that will see the start of its phase IIb clinical trials to treat dementia and Alzheimer’s patients kick off. The trial will be run on 50 patients aged 50 and over in collaboration with West Australia’s University of Notre Dame. CogniCann is a GMP certified, pharmaceutical grade, medicinal cannabis product with a specific ratio of tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabidiol that is designed for the treatment of key dementia symptoms with a view to improving specific cognitive functions. MGC Pharmaceuticals Managing Director Roby Zomer said: “CogniCann® has the potential to seriously alleviate the symptoms of patients living with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. MGC Pharma is well- positioned in this growing market as we continue to […]