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STUDY: Cannabidiol for neurodegenerative disorders: important new clinical applications for this phytocannabinoid?

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ABSTRACT: Cannabidiol (CBD) is a phytocannabinoid with therapeutic properties for numerous disorders exerted through molecular mechanisms that are yet to be completely identified. CBD acts in some experimental models as an anti-inflammatory, anticonvulsant, anti-oxidant, anti-emetic, anxiolytic and antipsychotic agent, and is therefore a potential medicine for the treatment ... Continue Reading

STUDY: Evaluation of the role of the cannabidiol system in an animal model of ischemia/reperfusion kidney injury

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ABSTRACT: Objective This work aimed to investigate the effects of the administration of cannabidiol in a kidney ischemia/reperfusion animal model. Methods Kidney injury was induced by 45 minutes of renal ischemia followed by reperfusion. Cannabidiol (5mg/kg) was administered immediately after reperfusion. Results Ischemia/reperfusion increased the IL-1 and ... Continue Reading

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