Gz mediates the long-lasting desensitization of brain CB1 receptors and is essential for cross-tolerance with morphine

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Although the systemic administration of cannabinoids produces antinociception, their chronic use leads to analgesic tolerance as well as cross-tolerance to morphine. These effects are mediated by cannabinoids binding to peripheral, s...

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Main Authors: Rodríguez-Muñoz María, de la Torre-Madrid Elena, Garzón Javier, Vicente-Sánchez Ana, Sánchez-Blázquez Pilar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2009-03-01
Series:Molecular Pain
Online Access:http://www.molecularpain.com/content/5/1/11