The present invention relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD) type compounds or derivative thereof and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) type compounds or derivative thereof in the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of neuropathic pain. Preferably, the ratio of the CBD type compounds or derivative thereof and THC type compounds or derivative thereof is between 18:1 and 30:1. More preferably the CBD type compounds or derivative thereof and THC type compounds or derivative thereof are in the form of plant extracts.
