PRIMARY STUDY

β-Caryophyllene attenuates lipopolysaccharide-induced acute lung injury via inhibition of the MAPK signalling pathway

Key Findings:  Resulting data revealed that BCP protects against inflammatory responses. The authors posit that BCP is a potentially novel therapeutic compound for the treatment of lipopolysaccharide-induced acute lung injury.

Type of Study:  Animal Study

Study Result:  Positive

Study Location(s):  China

Year of Pub:  2021


Cannabinoids Studied: 

Phytocannabinoid Source:  Not Applicable

Terpenes Studied:  ß-Caryophyllene

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