Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol prevents methamphetamine-induced neurotoxicity.

Methamphetamine (METH) is a potent psychostimulant with neurotoxic properties. Heavy use increases the activation of neuronal nitric oxide synthase (nNOS), production of peroxynitrites, microglia stimulation, and induces hyperthermia and anorectic effects. Most METH recreational users also consume c...

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Hoofdauteurs: M Paola Castelli, Camilla Madeddu, Alberto Casti, Angelo Casu, Paola Casti, Maria Scherma, Liana Fattore, Paola Fadda, M Grazia Ennas
Formaat: Artikel
Taal:English
Gepubliceerd in: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2014-01-01
Reeks:PLoS ONE
Online toegang:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC4028295?pdf=render