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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · 20h

🌿 New study: PEG carrier oil ↑ plasma THC vs PG/VG. Adolescents less sensitive to locomotor suppression, females metabolize THC slower. High-dose vaporized cannabis → hypothermia & antinociception in mice.

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#CannabisResearch #THC #VaporizedCannabis #Neuroscience

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · 2d

🌿 New review: Pure CBD may help social & generalized anxiety; Δ9-THC may reduce PTSD nightmares & tics in Tourette syndrome. Mixed formulations show no clear effect. More high-quality trials needed.

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#CannabisResearch #CBD #THC #Anxiety #Tourette

Effects of Different Cannabinoid Formulations on Anxiety-Related Disorders, and Tourette Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis | Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research

Introduction: Cannabinoid formulations have been increasingly proposed as therapeutic potential options for anxiety disorders (ADs). Several countries have expanded regulatory frameworks facilitating…

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · 14d

🧪 Study published in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Resarch finds Cannabigerol (CBG) safe and non-toxic in animal models, with lifespan extension benefits in worms.

Supports CBG’s potential as a safe therapeutic compound.
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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · 16d

🧠 Study published in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research suggests THCV may improve sustained attention and is well tolerated in healthy adults.

Promising early evidence for therapeutic uses in attention disorders.
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A Two-Phase, Dose-Ranging, Placebo-Controlled Study of the Safety and Preliminary Test of Acute Effects of Oral Δ8-Tetrahydrocannabivarin in Healthy Participants | Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research

Introduction: Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV) is an understudied cannabinoid that appears to have effects that vary as a function of dose. No human study has evaluated the safety and nature of effects…

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · 21d

📈 Cannabis use is up among older adults, raising health concerns. Age matters in cannabis effects—new study highlights need for targeted public health efforts.

More here:https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1177/25785125251361926

Age Differences in Cannabis Consumption Patterns and in Associations Between Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol Intake and Cannabis Use Disorders Among Adults with Daily Use | Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research

Introduction: Cannabis use has risen disproportionately among middle-aged and older U.S. adults, groups particularly vulnerable to adverse effects, including cannabis use disorder (CUD). Consumption…

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · 23d

🔬 Study: Δ10-THC Isomers
A 2023 study in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research shows both cis- and trans-Δ10-THC act as CB1 receptor antagonists, offering new insight into cannabinoid pharmacology and potential therapies.
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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · 27d

📢 New meta-analysis: 1 in 3 pediatric patients on therapeutic cannabinoids experience GI side effects, with higher rates in interventional studies (47%). Important for clinicians & families to consider! 🩺

🌿https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/can.2024.0104

#Cannabinoids

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · 28d

** New study
Most adults with cannabis use disorder also struggle with additional substance use disorders—alcohol, opioids, stimulants, sedatives—highlighting the need for broader treatment approaches.

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#PolysubstanceUse #CUD #MentalHealth

Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Sep 8

🌱 New Study: Regular cannabis use not linked to higher risk of CKD or kidney decline in adults tracked over several years. No adverse kidney effects found in adjusted analyses.

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#CannabisResearch #KidneyHealth

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Sep 3

🚗🌿 New study: Connecticut’s recreational cannabis legalization (Jan 2023) did not increase motor vehicle accidents — statewide or near dispensaries. Evidence-based insight for cannabis policy debates.

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#CannabisResearch #RoadSafety #CannabisPolicy #THC #PublicHealth

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Sep 1

🚨 Save the Date! 🚨
The MACRC 2025 Conference — the first official ICRS Chapter meeting 🍃
📅 Nov 14–16, 2025 | 📍 Kitty Hawk, NC
Abstracts & registration open (early bird thru Sept 21)!
👉 www.m-acrc.org

#CannabinoidResearch #MACRC2025 #ICRS

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Aug 27

🔎 2023 research shows Δ10-THC isomers bind CB1 receptors but don’t activate them — acting as antagonists, unlike psychoactive Δ9-THC.

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#Delta10THC #CannabisScience #THC #CB1Receptor

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Aug 25

🌿 Check out the 2023 Special Issue on Cannabidiol (CBD) in CCR! This issue covers CBD’s potential for insomnia, stress, chronic pain, immune modulation, brain health, & more — featuring reviews, original research, and clinical trials.
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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Aug 20

Pilot study finds oral cannabis for taxane-induced neuropathy is safe but may worsen some symptoms vs. placebo. More research needed to clarify its role in cancer care.

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#TIPN #Cannabis #CancerPain #ClinicalResearch

Effect of Cannabidiol and Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol on Anti-Inflammatory Lipid Mediator Synthesis in Humans | Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research

Background: Eicosanoids—lipid mediators derived from polyunsaturated fatty acids such as arachidonic acid—have a notable role in inflammatory signaling. Cannabidiol (CBD) and Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol…

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Aug 18

New study shows CBD—but not THC—increases anti-inflammatory lipid mediators in humans, highlighting CBD’s potential for treating inflammatory diseases.

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#CBD #THC #Inflammation #CannabisResearch

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Aug 13

New review finds prenatal cannabis exposure linked to lower birth weight and potentially worse infant health at delivery. More research is needed as cannabis use rises. Use caution during pregnancy!

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#Cannabis #Pregnancy #BirthOutcomes #THC

Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Aug 11

🧠 New zebrafish study 🐟 shows that CBD pretreatment can reduce seizures ⚡ and protect against glutamate uptake issues in status epilepticus. Neuroprotective promise! 🌿

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Aug 6

🍳 Cooking methods impact cannabis 🌿 and kratom 🍃 compounds. Boiling/steaming retain the most THC 🔥; mitragynine in kratom decreases with heat. Important for home-prepared products.

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Aug 4

🚨 CBD Gummy Study: Accuracy Issues & Hidden THC
A new study found 70% of CBD gummies had inaccurate CBD doses, & nearly 40% contained THC—often without consumer knowledge.

⚠️ Urgent need for stronger regulation and quality control in the CBD market.

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Jul 30

🧪 New Study: Combining CBD with low-dose buprenorphine enhances pain relief and reduces the risk of respiratory depression—a key opioid danger.

💡 A promising step toward safer pain management strategies.

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#OpioidSafety #CBD #Pain

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Jul 28

🌿 37% of California Adults Use Cannabis
Most use it at home, get it from licensed dispensaries, and report mental and physical benefits.

But—despite feeling comfortable talking to doctors—most rely on the internet or friends/family for information.

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Jul 23

🇯🇵 Japan’s 2023 Cannabis Reform: For the first time since 1948, Japan has amended its Cannabis Control Act—allowing medical use and industrial hemp while keeping strict THC limits and criminal penalties.

Major shift, cautious modernization.

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Jul 21

⚠️ New Study: 67% of CBD tinctures sold in the U.S. were inaccurately labeled—many had significantly different CBD levels than listed. Some even contained THC without disclosing it.

📢 Highlights the urgent need for stronger regulation and consumer protections.

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Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Jul 16

New study analyzed 🍬 cannabis edible brand names & found THC brands often use food & culture themes, while CBD brands lean health & wellness. Names may shape consumer appeal & risk perceptions.
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#CannabisResearch #THC #CBD

Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research @cannabisjrnl.bsky.social · Jul 14

📢 New in Cannabis & Cannabinoid Research: Haney et al. tested daily oral cannabis (300mg CBD:15mg THC) vs placebo for taxane-induced neuropathic pain.

🟢 Well-being improved
🔴 Cannabis worsened several outcomes vs placebo

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