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Chronic treatment with the phytocannabinoid Cannabidivarin (CBDV) rescues behavioural alterations and brain atrophy in a mouse model of Rett syndrome

Key Findings:  This animal study of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and Rett syndrome (RTT) further delineates the role of the ECS in physiological and behavioral symptoms related to RTT and presents G protein-coupled receptors and cannabidivarin (CBDV)as new potential therapeutic targets for novel treatments of this disorder.

Type of Study:  Animal Study

Study Result:  Positive

Study Location(s):  Italy

Year of Pub:  2018


Cannabinoids Studied:  Endocannabinoid (unspecified), Cannabidivarin (CBDV)

Phytocannabinoid Source:  Not Applicable

Receptors Studied:  GPCR 55

Dosage: CBDV (2, 20, 100 mg/kg)

Route of Administration:  Injection



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