Table 2 Knowledge of cannabidiol use among Thai parents of children with epilepsy
Parents/guardians of children with epilepsy N = 166 (%) | ||
|---|---|---|
Did you know that cannabidiol is used to treat epilepsy in children? | Yes No | 81 (48.79) 85 (51.21) |
Did you know that cannabidiol is legally approved for therapeutic use in Thailand? | Yes No | 119 (71.69) 47 (28.31) |
Do you know any side effects you need to be aware of after using cannabidiol products? | Yes No | 18 (10.84) 148 (89.16) |
Do you know what compound in cannabis should be used to treat epilepsy in children? -THC -CBD -Don’t know | 2 (1.21) 30 (18.07) 134 (80.72) | |
Do you think that cannabis is a plant that absorbs heavy metals, pesticides, and toxins from the soil? | Yes No | 149 (89.76) 17 (10.24) |
Do you think cannabidiol can cure cancer? | Yes No | 101 (60.84) 65 (39.16) |
Do you think that cannabidiol should not be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women as it can affect the baby? | Yes No | 93 (56.02) 73 (43.98) |