Key Findings:  This review of the current literature found that β-Caryophyllene, along with embelin, oleanolic acid, triptonide, and N-butyldeoxynojirimycin (NB-DNJ)are potential nonhormonal compounds that should be further studied for male contraceptive use.
Type of Study:  Meta-analysis
Study Result:  Positive
Research Location(s):  United States
Year of Pub:  2021
Cannabinoids Studied:  Other Related Compounds
Phytocannabinoid Source:  Unspecified
Terpenes Studied:  ß-Caryophyllene
Citation:  Shunnarah A, et al. Natural Products with Potential for Nonhormonal Male Contraception. J Nat Prod. 2021; 84:2762-2774. doi: 10.1021/acs.jnatprod.1c00565
Authors:  Shunnarah A, Tumlinson R, Calderón AI