Final answer:
THC in marijuana can be administered sublingually using alcohol-based cannabis extracts.
Step-by-step explanation:
THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, is a cannabinoid of medical interest present in marijuana. When discussing alcohol-based cannabis extracts such as green or golden dragon, which are used sublingually or added to food, we are examining a method of medical marijuana administration.
The extracts are created by infusing ground cannabis with high-proof alcohol, storing it for weeks and optionally applying heat to enhance infusion. This administration route can have effects on mood or consciousness.
While the FDA has approved two drugs containing THC for medical use, marijuana itself has not been federally approved as medicine. However, medical marijuana now holds a different legal status in various states, used for treating conditions like nausea from chemotherapy and severe weight loss from AIDS.
Despite its medical applications at the state level, under federal law, marijuana remains a Schedule 1 drug. The conflicting legal landscapes pose challenges and continue to be the subject of research and policy discussions.