Evaluation of Efficacy and Safety of Topical Cannabidiol (Canvert-M Produced by Alasht Pharmed co. Iran) in the Treatment of Migraine Attacks
Canvert-M (manufactured by Alasht Pharmed Co. Iran) is a topical roll-on formulation that contains cannabidiol, peppermint, lavender, rosemary, eucalyptus, wintergreen, basil oil, etc. This phase IV, single-arm, open-label clinical trial evaluated the efficacy and safety of Canvert-M in males and females aged 18 to 55 years diagnosed with migraine according to the International Classification of Headache Disorders, 3rd edition (ICHD-3), for the treatment of migraine attacks. The primary objective was to assess the reduction in headache intensity using a 4-point scale (0=no headache, 1=mild headache, 2=moderate headache, 3=severe headache). Secondary objectives included evaluating additional efficacy and safety outcomes of Canvert-M in managing migraine attacks.
• Males and females with age of 18 to 55 years
• Age of migraine onset ˂ 50 years
• Having a diagnosis of migraine according to the International Classification of Headache Disorders 3rd edition (ICHD-3) for at least one year
• Having a history of 2-8 attacks per month
• Remaining stable on prophylactic medication (if used) during the 2 months prior to screening and throughout the study period
• Using effective contraception by the women of childbearing potential during the study
• Ability to provide written, informed consent and to be compliant with the schedule of protocol assessments