PRIMARY STUDY
Neural effects of cannabinoid CB1 neutral antagonist tetrahydrocannabivarin on food reward and aversion in healthy volunteers
Key Findings: THCV (a CB1 antagonist) increases neural responding to rewarding and aversive stimuli in various portions of the brain with potential relevance to food behavior.
Type of Study: Double Blind Clinical Trial
Study Sample Size: 24
Study Result: Positive
Research Location(s): United Kingdom
Year of Pub: 2015
Cannabinoids Studied: Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV)
Phytocannabinoid Source: Unspecified
Receptors Studied: CB1
Dosage: 10mg THCV (single dose)
Citation: Tudge L, et al. Neural effects of cannabinoid CB1 neutral antagonist tetrahydrocannabivarin on food reward and aversion in healthy volunteers. Int J Neuropsychopharmacol. 2014; 18:(unknown pages). doi: 10.1093/ijnp/pyu094
Authors: Tudge L, Williams C, Cowen PJ, McCabe C
