PRIMARY STUDY

The effect of five day dosing with THCV on THC-induced cognitive, psychological and physiological effects in healthy male human volunteers: A placebo-controlled, double-blind, crossover pilot trial

Key Findings:  Data showed that THCV inhibited some effects of THC (e.g. reduced THC-induced increased heart rate), while potentiating others (i.e. significantly increased memory intrusions).

Type of Study:  Double Blind Clinical Trial

Study Sample Size:  10

Study Result:  Inconclusive

Study Location(s):  United Kingdom

Year of Pub:  2016


Cannabinoids Studied:  Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV)

Phytocannabinoid Source:  Unspecified

Chemotype:  Chemotype I

Dosage: 10mg pure THCV or placebo daily x 5 days, followed by 1mg intravenous THC on the fifth day.

Route of Administration:  Injection, Oral (Ingestion)



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