Keyword: cAMP


Agonistic Properties of Cannabidiol at 5-HT1a Receptors

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a major, biologically active, but psycho-inactive component of cannabis. In this cell culture-based report, CBD is shown to displace the agonist, [3H]8-OHDPAT from the cloned human 5-HT1a…

Anti-inflammatory potential of CB1-mediated CAMP elevation in mast cells

Cannabinoids are broadly immunosuppressive, and anti-inflammatory properties have been reported for certain marijuana constituents and endogenously produced cannabinoids. The CB2 cannabinoid receptor is an established constituent of immune systemcells, and…