Cannabidiol as a Harm Reduction Strategy for People Who Use Drugs: A Rapid Review
Abstract Objective: The drug poisoning crisis throughout North America necessitates novel harm reduction approaches. Emerging evidence suggests that cannabidiol (CBD)…
Review Article
Should gastroenterologists prescribe cannabis? The highs, the lows and the unknowns
Abstract Cannabis, commonly known as marijuana, is a drug extracted from the Cannabis plant known for its psychotropic and medicinal…
Evaluation of Efficacy of Cannabis Use in Patients With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Systematic Review
Abstract Cannabis is frequently used by people who self-medicate for the signs of mental health conditions. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a…
Understanding the Mechanisms of Action and Effects of Drugs of Abuse
Abstract Aim. Drug abuse and addiction are major public health concerns, with millions of people worldwide affected by the negative…
Toxicity of Synthetic Cannabinoids in K2/Spice: A Systematic Review
Abstract (1) Background: Synthetic cannabinoids (SCs) are emerging drugs of abuse sold as ‘K2’, ‘K9’ or ‘Spice’. Evidence shows that…
Novel Drug Targets and Emerging Pharmacotherapies in Neuropathic Pain
Abstract Neuropathic pain is a debilitating condition characterized by abnormal signaling within the nervous system, resulting in persistent and often…
Zebrafish as an Animal Model in Cannabinoid Research
Abstract Cannabinoids are active substances present in plants of the Cannabis genus. Both the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and…
Cannabis Unveiled: An Exploration of Marijuana’s History, Active Compounds, Effects, Benefits, and Risks on Human Health
Abstract Marijuana, also known as cannabis, is a psychoactive drug that comes from the Cannabis plant. Marijuana can be smoked,…
The neuroprotective effect of traditional Chinese medicinal plants—A critical review
Abstract Neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric diseases are increasingly affecting individuals’ quality of life, thus increasing their cost to social and health…
Intercropping Cover Crops for a Vital Ecosystem Service: A Review of the Biocontrol of Insect Pests in Tea Agroecosystems
Abstract The intercropping of cover crops has been adopted in several agroecosystems, including tea agroecosystems, which promotes ecological intensification. Prior…