Cannabis Flashcards
1
Q
In 1978 what did the US do to try to get rid of marijuana plants that resulted negatively? What chemical was used?
A
U.S sponsored a spraying project to kill marijuana plants - paraquat was used - resulted in lung damage
2
Q
What are the active ingredients in cannabis?
A
cannabinoids, e.g tetrahydrocannabinol
3
Q
Where are the receptors for THC?
A
Cerebral cortex, hippocampus, hypothalamus, other areas
4
Q
What is the mechanism of action of cannabis?
A
Binds to CB1 receptors in the CNS causing disinhibition of dopaminergic neurons
