The Nonpsychoactive Cannabis Constituent Cannabidiol Is a Wake-Inducing Agent

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a constituent of Cannabis sativa that induces nonpsychotropic effects, and some of its biological actions in sleep have been described by the

September 19, 2019

The Nonpsychoactive Cannabinoid Cannabidiol Inhibits 5-Hydroxytryptamine3A Receptor-Mediated Currents in Xenopus laevis Oocytes

The effect of the plant-derived nonpsychotropic cannabinoid, cannabidiol (CBD), on the function of hydroxytryptamine (5-HT)3A receptors expressed in Xenopus laevis oocytes was investigated using two-electrode

The New Runner’s High? Examining Relationships Between Cannabis Use and Exercise Behavior in States With Legalized Cannabis

Scientific literature examining cannabis use in the context of health behaviors, such as exercise engagement, is extremely sparse and has yielded inconsistent findings. This issue

August 15, 2023

The Neurotoxic Effects of Cannabis on Brain: Review of Clinical and Experimental Data

Abstract Cannabis is the most widely used illicit drug worldwide. Evidence indicated negative impact for cannabis on the brain. Animal research and in vitro studies

February 28, 2024

The Neurotherapeutic Arsenal in Cannabis sativa: Insights into Anti-Neuroinflammatory and Neuroprotective Activity and Potential Entourage Effects

Abstract Cannabis, renowned for its historical medicinal use, harbours various bioactive compounds-cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids. While major cannabinoids like delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) have

November 4, 2024

The neuroprotective role of endocannabinoids against chemical-induced injury and other adverse effects

Abstract Considerable progress has been made, recently, in understanding the role of the endocannabinoid system in regard to neuroprotection. Endogenous cannabinoids have received increasing attention

September 19, 2019

The Neurocognitive Effects of Cannabis Across the Lifespan

Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Purpose of Review This review examines the neurocognitive effects of cannabis and relevant developmental factors across

July 25, 2025

The nephrologist’s guide to cannabis and cannabinoids

Abstract Purpose of review Cannabis (marijuana, weed, pot, ganja, Mary Jane) is the most commonly used federally illicit drug in the United States. The present

September 27, 2025

The medicinal use of cannabis in the UK: results of a nationwide survey

Please use this link to access this publication. Summary The use of cannabis for medical purposes is a controversial but an important topic of public

October 30, 2024

The Medicinal Use of Cannabis and Cannabinoids—An International Cross-Sectional Survey on Administration Forms

Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Cannabinoids, including tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabidiol, are the most important active constituents of the cannabis plant. Over

October 3, 2024