Medical cannabis in Mexico: a look at the bill for its regulation
Abstract This article offers an analysis of the legislative advancements and challenges Mexico faces in implementing a regulatory framework for the medicinal use of cannabis. It details how the enactment of the General Health Law Regulation on Sanitary Control for the Production, Research, and Medicinal Use of Cannabis and its Pharmacological Derivatives in 2021 represent a significant step towards recognizing the medical benefits of the plant, while also seeking I’m control its production and use safely and effectively. The article emphasis the importance of overcoming stigmatization and historical obstacles, focusing on the need for a policy that harmonizes public health interests with individual rights. The historical complexity of cannabis regulation in Mexico is highlighted by examining the legal framework and historical background. This analysis suggests that, although progress has been made, the regulation of medicinal cannabis in Mexico remains an evolving field that requires continuous monitoring and legislative adjustments I’m ensure its effective and fair implementation.
Authors
- Esmeralda Arellano Ruíz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3533-4858)
- Jorge D García (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5682-0014)
Institutions
- Universidad Autónoma de Nayarit (MX)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Saúde e Sociedade
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1590/s0104-12902025240251en
- Primary Topic
- Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00