PRIMARY STUDY

Chemical compounds, anti-tumor and anti-neuropathic pain effect of hemp essential oil in vivo

Key Findings:  The essential oil of hemp (derived from flowers and leaves) induced significant anti-tumor effects and analgesia in mice.

Type of Study:  Animal Study

Study Result:  Positive

Research Location(s):  China

Year of Pub:  2024


Cannabinoids Studied:  Cannabinoid (unspecified)

Phytocannabinoid Source:  Hemp derived

Terpenes Studied:  ß-Caryophyllene, Humulene

Receptors Studied:  CB2, CB2 agonist

Ligands Studied:  Anti-inflammatory cytokines, Pro-inflammatory cytokines




Citation:  Xu Y, et al. Chemical compounds, anti-tumor and anti-neuropathic pain effect of hemp essential oil in vivo. Fitoterapia. 2024; 177:106092. doi: 10.1016/j.fitote.2024.106092

Authors:  Xu Y, Luo J, Guo Y, Zhou J, Shen L, Gu F, Shi C, Yao L, Hua M