PRIMARY STUDY
The phytocannabinoid Delta(9)-tetrahydrocannabivarin modulates inhibitory neurotransmission in the cerebellum
Key Findings: Delta(9)-THCV is a functional CB1 receptor antagonist in the CNS able to modulate inhibitory neurotransmission in the cerebellum.
Type of Study: Laboratory Study
Study Result: Positive
Research Location(s): United Kingdom
Year of Pub: 2008
Cannabinoids Studied: Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV)
Phytocannabinoid Source: Unspecified
Receptors Studied: CB1
Route of Administration: In vitro
Citation: Ma YL, et al. The phytocannabinoid Delta(9)-tetrahydrocannabivarin modulates inhibitory neurotransmission in the cerebellum. Br J Pharmacol. 2008; 154:204-15. doi: 10.1038/bjp.2008.57
Authors: Ma YL, Weston SE, Whalley BJ, Stephens GJ
