STENOCARE’s Innovative ASTRUM 10-10 Product Now Available for Norwegian Patients

STENOCARE A/S (“Stenocare”) reaches an important milestone with ASTRUM 10-10, which is now ready for sale to Norwegian patients. The innovative and patented medical cannabis oil product, ASTRUM 10-10, has the potential …

STENOCARE’s Innovative ASTRUM 10-10 Product Now Available for Norwegian Patients

STENOCARE A/S (“Stenocare”) reaches an important milestone with ASTRUM 10-10, which is now ready for sale to Norwegian patients. The innovative and patented medical cannabis oil product, ASTRUM 10-10, has the potential to improve uptake in the blood and thereby enhance the efficacy of the treatment.

Stenocare announced on December 2, 2024, that the new innovative medical cannabis oil product, named Astrum 10-10, has been approved for sale in Norway. At the end of December, the first shipment of this product arrived in Norway and is ready for patients' treatment. Officially named 'Astrum 10-10 Oil Stenocare,' the product contains 10 mg/ml THC and 10 mg/ml CBD in a 30 ml bottle.

The Stenocare Astrum product is based on cutting-edge oil technology designed to enhance the bioavailability of cannabinoids in the patient’s bloodstream. This innovation addresses a well-known challenge in medicine dosing by ensuring consistent uptake of active ingredients into the blood. With the Astrum product, Stenocare has successfully completed a pharmacokinetic (PK) study in dogs, documenting two critical parameters in the lymphatic system that can significantly improve bioavailability:

Parameter 1 – Uptake in the Blood: According to the pharmacokinetic (PK) study in dogs, Astrum improves blood uptake by a factor of 2.6 compared to a reference MCT-oil product on the market. Low and inconsistent uptake of drugs in the blood across patients is a well-known challenge in the pharmaceutical industry, affecting most medications. This challenge also applies to medical cannabis. When patients use traditional MCT-oil-based medical cannabis, the metabolism often reduces the uptake of cannabinoids in the body. As a result, a highly variable and often limited amount of active ingredients (i.e., cannabinoids) reaches the patient with a therapeutic effect. This creates difficulties in prescribing a consistent dosage to patients. Additionally, blood uptake varies significantly from one individual to another due to biological differences. The new Astrum product helps mitigate these challenges by offering enhanced bioavailability.

Parameter 2 – Time to Maximum Effect: According to the PK- study in dogs, the Stenocare Astrum product reduces the time from dosing to maximum effect from 2-4 hours to just 1 hour, providing a more consistent experience for patients. Predictability of uptake and time to maximum effect is crucial when doctors prescribe medical cannabis and when patients use it to treat their symptoms. Time to maximum effect refers to the duration it takes for the medication to reach its highest concentration in the blood after administration. Achieving this maximum effect as quickly as possible is important to help patients manage their symptoms effectively.

Danish Approval for New Medical Cannabis CBD100 oil

Stenocare has received approval from the Danish Medicines Agency to start selling a new medical cannabis oil product to Danish patients. The new CBD100 product has a very high concentration of CBD active ingredients (100 mg/ml), and this makes Sten…

Danish Approval for New Medical Cannabis CBD100 oil

Stenocare has received approval from the Danish Medicines Agency to start selling a new medical cannabis oil product to Danish patients. The new CBD100 product has a very high concentration of CBD active ingredients (100 mg/ml), and this makes Stenocare the only supplier under the Danish Pilot Programme to offer a CBD100 oil product.

Since 2018, Stenocare has been a key supplier of medical cannabis oil products under the Danish Pilot Programme, with several prescription-based products approved for sale by the Danish Medicines Agency. The newly approved CBD100 oil product marks a significant milestone in the company’s STENOCARE 3.0 strategy, which aims to position Stenocare as a leading trading company specialising in prescription based medical cannabis products.

The new CBD100 oil product offers additional options for doctors and patients who require significantly higher dosages in their treatment. The Stenocare product portfolio now includes four medical cannabis oil products for Danish patients: CBD100, CBD20, THC30, and the mixed THC15/CBD24 oil product, further solidifying Stenocare’s position as the leading supplier under the Pilot Programme.

On November 26, 2024, Stenocare announced its strategy to transform into a leading trading company for medical cannabis products. By leveraging the strong foundation built since 2017, the company aims to meet diverse patient needs with a broader range of high-quality products. The approval of CBD100 underscores Stenocare’s commitment to regulatory excellence, patient-centric innovation, and driving growth in sales.

Stenocare CCO, Rolf Steno, is commenting: “To drive sales growth, it is essential to offer a broad range of approved products that meet patients' treatment needs. With the launch of our new CBD100 oil, we have further expanded our product portfolio, creating more opportunities for increased sales. This accomplishment demonstrates our strong regulatory capabilities in bringing new prescription-based products to market.”

STENOCARE Celebrates Denmark’s Permanent Legalisation of Medical Cannabis

Today, the Danish parliament formally agreed on permanent legalisation of medical cannabis. This is fantastic news for both Danish patients and Stenocare, as it ensures continued access to and the sale of medical cannabis in D…

STENOCARE Celebrates Denmark’s Permanent Legalisation of Medical Cannabis

Today, the Danish parliament formally agreed on permanent legalisation of medical cannabis. This is fantastic news for both Danish patients and Stenocare, as it ensures continued access to and the sale of medical cannabis in Denmark

The Ministry of Interior and Health announced today that the political parties have decided to permanently legalise treatment with medical cannabis in Denmark. When the Danish Pilot Programme expires in December 2025, the Danish Parliament will enact legislation to ensure the permanent legalisation of medical cannabis treatment for patients. This is fantastic news for Danish patients, who now have certainty that they can continue their treatment. For Stenocare, it also provides a positive outlook for the Danish domestic market, where the company has been a leading supplier of prescription medical cannabis since 2018.

The Minister of Interior and Health, Sophie Løhde, commented on today’s agreement:

"Medical cannabis has proven to be a sought-after alternative to authorised medication for patients with serious diseases such as cancer and multiple sclerosis. Many experiences relief from pain or nausea that can significantly improve their quality of life. And with this agreement, we ensure that patients who have not had sufficient effect from other treatments will continue to be able to be prescribed medical cannabis by a doctor in a safe environment.”

The political parties also agreed to enhance information and guidance for both doctors and patients. This includes providing treatment guidelines for doctors and permitting patients to continue driving while undergoing treatment with medical cannabis. Stenocare views this as a significant victory for Danish patients, the company, and the medical cannabis industry, as it helps to normalise medical cannabis treatment and position it alongside other forms of medication.

Stenocare CEO, Thomas Skovlund Schnegelsberg, commented:

“Since 2017, Stenocare’s mission has been to improve the quality of life for patients in need of treatment for severe illnesses. In Denmark, the Pilot Programme has allowed patients to benefit from medical cannabis treatment, and we view the decision to permanently legalise medical cannabis as a strong endorsement of our mission. We are very pleased that medical cannabis is now officially recognised as part of the treatment regime in Denmark.”

Read the official press release from the Minister of Interior and Health (only in Danish): Ny aftale: Ordning med medicinsk cannabis på recept bliver permanent | Indenrigs- og Sundhedsministeriet

Stenocare Announces Strategic Shift to Focus on Medical Cannabis Trading

Stenocare A/S has unveiled its transformative STENOCARE 3.0 strategy, repositioning the Company as a leading Trading Company specialising in prescription-based medical cannabis. This strategic pivot includes exiting in-house pr…

Stenocare Announces Strategic Shift to Focus on Medical Cannabis Trading

Stenocare A/S has unveiled its transformative STENOCARE 3.0 strategy, repositioning the Company as a leading Trading Company specialising in prescription-based medical cannabis. This strategic pivot includes exiting in-house production to concentrate solely on sales, marketing, and global distribution of high-quality, approved medical cannabis products.

Sales-Driven Focus:

Launching ASTRUM, a newly approved patented medical cannabis oil product sourced from premier suppliers.

Expanding the sales of approved medical cannabis products across multiple target markets.

Why This Shift?

This decision aligns with the evolving medical cannabis industry, where specialised outsourcing has become the preferred model for achieving efficiency and strong ROI. By focusing on trading, Stenocare enhances its agility and build on its position in the growing global market for prescription-based medical cannabis.

For more information, read the full press release: https://stenocare.com/inv.../announcements/4766D1CB62763FA5/

STENOCARE Welcomes Danish Health Minister’s Decision to Permanently Legalise Medical Cannabis for Patients

The Danish Pilot Programme for medical cannabis is set to become a permanent legalisation for the treatment of Danish patients, according to the government. Today, the Danish Health Minister in…

STENOCARE Welcomes Danish Health Minister’s Decision to Permanently Legalise Medical Cannabis for Patients

The Danish Pilot Programme for medical cannabis is set to become a permanent legalisation for the treatment of Danish patients, according to the government. Today, the Danish Health Minister invited political parties to discuss the permanent legalisation of medical cannabis in Denmark. This is excellent news for Danish patients and Stenocare, as it secures future access to and sales of medical cannabis in Denmark.

Stenocare sees this as a victory for Danish patients, Stenocare and the medical cannabis industry. The permanent legalisation will provide certainty for patients' continued treatment with medical cannabis, as it will no longer be limited to a temporary pilot programme. For the industry, the permanent legalisation will establish a clear framework for the future, offering clarity beyond December 2025 and justify investments in new products that deliver value to both doctors and patients.

Stenocare CEO, Thomas Skovlund Schnegelsberg, is commenting:

“Stenocare has been a leading supplier of medical cannabis products to the Danish Pilot Programme since 2018. The programme has provided valuable insights into the regulatory framework, patient treatment, the prescription process, and product subsidies. It is excellent news for patients and Stenocare that the government is now taking steps toward permanent legalisation. We were invited to provide input for the pilot evaluation report, which politicians will use in their work to define a permanent legalisation model for Denmark. We are confident that the future of medical cannabis treatment is in good hands.”

STENOCARE A/S and ADREXpharma are now ready to deliver a new and innovative medical cannabis oil product for German patients, that has the potential to revolutionize the market.

Stenocare and ADREXpharma have received approval to sell a new and innovative medical cannabis oil product in Germany, set…

STENOCARE A/S and ADREXpharma are now ready to deliver a new and innovative medical cannabis oil product for German patients, that has the potential to revolutionize the market.

Stenocare and ADREXpharma have received approval to sell a new and innovative medical cannabis oil product in Germany, set to be available for patients in the fourth quarter of 2024. 

The new product is a THC-CBD 10-10 oil in a 30 ml bottle which has the potential to address a large target group of patients in the German market. Stenocare has since 2019 been investing with partners to develop and test next generation medical cannabis oil products, that can position Stenocare as a true leader within prescription-based medical cannabis. The new product-line is branded “Astrum”, and the company has worldwide exclusivity for this patented oil technology. The company is now ready to commercialize the product in the second market (Germany). The official German product name is “Astrum 10-10 Ext Stenocare”, with 10 mg/ml THC and 10 mg/ml CBD.

Innovative product: The Stenocare Astrum product is based on an innovative oil technology, that has the potential to increase the cannabinoid’s bioavailability in the patient’s blood. Thereby, the new product is addressing a well-known challenge with dosing medicine and securing consistent uptake of the active ingredients in the blood. With the Astrum product, Stenocare has completed a pharmacokinetic (PK) study in dogs that documented two important parameters in the lymphatic system that can improve the bioavailability. Read the full press release: 2930524.pdf (cision.com)

STENOCARE is expanding into Canada

Stenocare is partnering with a team of industry experts in Canada. Stenocare is one of the first European medical cannabis companies to enter Canada. In support of this growth strategy, the company has partnered with some of Canada’s leading medical cannabis innova…

STENOCARE is expanding into Canada

Stenocare is partnering with a team of industry experts in Canada. Stenocare is one of the first European medical cannabis companies to enter Canada. In support of this growth strategy, the company has partnered with some of Canada’s leading medical cannabis innovators.

Stenocare is planning to introduce its innovative “Astrum” oil product in the Canadian market. The Canadian medical market has seen very little investment focused on patient and consumer-facing innovation, and this offers Stenocare an opportunity to become a leader with a patient-first approach to medication delivery. Since 2019, Stenocare has been investing with partners to develop and test next-generation medical cannabis oil products, positioning Stenocare as a true leader within prescription-based medical cannabis. The new product line is branded “Astrum,” and the company has worldwide exclusivity for this patented oil technology. The company is shortly commercializing its first Astrum 10-10 oil in Australia.

For full press release: https://stenocare.com/inv.../announcements/C89EA916C890B1BB/

An Update on Stenocare's Strong Product Pipeline

Since 2019, Stenocare has invested in qualifying and developing the new and innovative ASTRUM Oil product. Through a pharmacokinetic study with dogs, it has documented improved bioavailability in the blood, enhanced uniformity of uptake, and reduced t…

An Update on Stenocare's Strong Product Pipeline

Since 2019, Stenocare has invested in qualifying and developing the new and innovative ASTRUM Oil product. Through a pharmacokinetic study with dogs, it has documented improved bioavailability in the blood, enhanced uniformity of uptake, and reduced time for maximum uptake. Bringing true innovation to the market is a multi-year investment, and the Australian market is the first to benefit from this new product in Q3 2024. Stenocare continues its efforts in developing ASTRUM Oil for new markets.

For full press release: https://stenocare.com/inv.../announcements/2643F521B980B975/

Product innovation: STENOCARE launch next generation medical cannabis oil product in Australia – six months ahead of schedule. The new Astrum brand is an innovative cannabis oil product featuring a patented oil technology that enhances the bioavailability of its active ingredients. This breakthroug…

Product innovation: STENOCARE launch next generation medical cannabis oil product in Australia – six months ahead of schedule. The new Astrum brand is an innovative cannabis oil product featuring a patented oil technology that enhances the bioavailability of its active ingredients. This breakthrough allows for higher uptake in the blood, and reduced dosage requirements.

For full press release:

https://stenocare.com/inv.../announcements/C2D62E176A037DE2/