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Parikh AC, Jeffery CS, Sandhu Z, Brownlee BP, Queimado L, Mims MM. The effect of cannabinoids on wound healing: A review. Health Sci Rep 2024; 7:e1908. [PMID: 38410495 PMCID: PMC10895075 DOI: 10.1002/hsr2.1908] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2023] [Revised: 11/05/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/28/2024] Open
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Background and Aims Cannabis and its various derivatives are commonly used for both recreational and medicinal purposes. Cannabinoids have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. Inflammation is an important component of wound healing and the effect of cannabinoids on wound healing has become a recent topic of investigation. The objective of this article is to perform a comprehensive review of the literature to summarize the effects of cannabinoids on wound healing of the skin and to guide future avenues of research. Methods A comprehensive literature review was performed to evaluate the effects of cannabinoids on cutaneous wound healing. Results Cannabinoids appear to improve skin wound healing through a variety of mechanisms. This is supported through a variety of in vitro and animal studies. Animal studies suggest application of cannabinoids may improve the healing of postsurgical and chronic wounds. There are few human studies which evaluate the effects of cannabinoids on wound healing and many of these are case series and observational studies. They do suggest cannabinoids may have some benefit. However, definitive conclusions cannot be drawn from them. Conclusion While further human studies are needed, topical application of cannabinoids may be a potential therapeutic option for postsurgical and chronic wounds.
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Affiliation(s)
- Aniruddha C. Parikh
- Departments of Otolaryngology Head and Neck SurgeryThe University of Oklahoma Health Sciences CenterOklahoma CityOklahomaUSA
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- Departments of General SurgeryThe University of Oklahoma Health Sciences CenterOklahoma CityOklahomaUSA
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- Departments of Otolaryngology Head and Neck SurgeryThe University of Oklahoma Health Sciences CenterOklahoma CityOklahomaUSA
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- Departments of Otolaryngology Head and Neck SurgeryThe University of Oklahoma Health Sciences CenterOklahoma CityOklahomaUSA
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- Departments of Otolaryngology Head and Neck SurgeryThe University of Oklahoma Health Sciences CenterOklahoma CityOklahomaUSA
- Departments of Cell BiologyThe University of Oklahoma Health Sciences CenterOklahoma CityOklahomaUSA
- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, TSET Health Promotion Research Center, Stephenson Cancer CenterThe University of Oklahoma Health Sciences CenterOklahoma CityOklahomaUSA
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- Departments of Otolaryngology Head and Neck SurgeryThe University of Oklahoma Health Sciences CenterOklahoma CityOklahomaUSA
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Chu FX, Wang X, Li B, Xu LL, Di B. The NLRP3 inflammasome: a vital player in inflammation and mediating the anti-inflammatory effect of CBD. Inflamm Res 2024; 73:227-242. [PMID: 38191853 DOI: 10.1007/s00011-023-01831-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2023] [Revised: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The NLRP3 inflammasome is a vital player in the emergence of inflammation. The priming and activation of the NLRP3 inflammasome is a major trigger for inflammation which is a defense response against adverse stimuli. However, the excessive activation of the NLRP3 inflammasome can lead to the development of various inflammatory diseases. Cannabidiol, as the second-most abundant component in cannabis, has a variety of pharmacological properties, particularly anti-inflammation. Unlike tetrahydrocannabinol, cannabidiol has a lower affinity for cannabinoid receptors, which may be the reason why it is not psychoactive. Notably, the mechanism by which cannabidiol exerts its anti-inflammatory effect is still unclear. METHODS We have performed a literature review based on published original and review articles encompassing the NLRP3 inflammasome and cannabidiol in inflammation from central databases, including PubMed and Web of Science. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS In this review, we first summarize the composition and activation process of the NLRP3 inflammasome. Then, we list possible molecular mechanisms of action of cannabidiol. Next, we explain the role of the NLRP3 inflammasome and the anti-inflammatory effect of cannabidiol in inflammatory disorders. Finally, we emphasize the capacity of cannabidiol to suppress inflammation by blocking the NLRP3 signaling pathway, which indicates that cannabidiol is a quite promising anti-inflammatory compound.
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- Feng-Xin Chu
- Office of China National Narcotics Control Commission, China Pharmaceutical University Joint Laboratory on Key Technologies of Narcotics Control, Nanjing, 210009, China
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Drug Design and Optimization, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, 210009, China
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- Office of China National Narcotics Control Commission, China Pharmaceutical University Joint Laboratory on Key Technologies of Narcotics Control, Nanjing, 210009, China
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Drug Design and Optimization, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, 210009, China
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- Office of China National Narcotics Control Commission, China Pharmaceutical University Joint Laboratory on Key Technologies of Narcotics Control, Nanjing, 210009, China.
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Drug Design and Optimization, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, 210009, China.
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- Office of China National Narcotics Control Commission, China Pharmaceutical University Joint Laboratory on Key Technologies of Narcotics Control, Nanjing, 210009, China.
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Drug Design and Optimization, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, 210009, China.
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- Office of China National Narcotics Control Commission, China Pharmaceutical University Joint Laboratory on Key Technologies of Narcotics Control, Nanjing, 210009, China.
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Drug Design and Optimization, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, 210009, China.
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Zeng Y, Cao G, Lin L, Zhang Y, Luo X, Ma X, Aiyisake A, Cheng Q. Resveratrol Attenuates Sepsis-Induced Cardiomyopathy in Rats through Anti-Ferroptosis via the Sirt1/Nrf2 Pathway. J INVEST SURG 2023; 36:2157521. [PMID: 36576230 DOI: 10.1080/08941939.2022.2157521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Background: Sepsis-induced cardiomyopathy (SIC) is a severe myocardial dysfunction secondary to septicemia. It is a major concern owing to the high mortality and morbidity, which are greatly influenced by ferroptosis. Resveratrol (RSV) is a naturally existing agonist of the silent information regulator 1 (Sirt1). It has cardioprotective effects against sepsis-induced myocardial injury, However, the detailed mechanism is unknown.Methods: In this study, cecal ligation and puncture (CLP)-induced septic rats were employed to assess the changes in ferroptosis with RSV administration. According to the different treatments the rats were divided into the following groups: (1) the Sham, (2) CLP, (3) CLP + RSV at various doses (10, 30, and 50 mg/kg), and (4) CLP + Fer-1(a ferroptotic inhibitor) groups. After 24 h, the structure and function of the cardiac system in rats were evaluated, and mitochondrial morphology, ferroptosis-related biomarkers, and the levels of Sirt1/Nrf2 were assessed.Results: The rats that underwent CLP had suffered cardiac dysfunction, accompanied with myocardial damage, impaired mitochondria, elevated lipid peroxidation, and reduced Sirt1/Nrf2 expression in the myocardium. High-dose RSV successfully improved heart function, reversing the abnormalities in a dose-dependent manner. We then used EX527, a selective Sirt1 inhibitor, to further identify the intermediate signaling targets of RSV that regulate ferroptosis. EX527 diminished the curative effects of high-doses RSV.Conclusions: Summarily, our findings suggest a novel mechanism of RSV in reducing SIC: ferroptosis inhibition via upregulation of Sirt1/Nrf2 signaling pathways. This may be an effective therapeutic approach against organ failure in sepsis, particularly SIC.
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- Youcheng Zeng
- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Medical School of Shihezi University, Shihezi, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Medical School of Shihezi University, Shihezi, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Medical School of Shihezi University, Shihezi, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Medical School of Shihezi University, Shihezi, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Medical School of Shihezi University, Shihezi, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Medical School of Shihezi University, Shihezi, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Shihezi University, Shihezi, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Medical School of Shihezi University, Shihezi, China.,The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Shihezi University, Shihezi, China
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Flores-Montero K, Frontini-Lopez YR, Fontecilla-Escobar J, Ruete MC. Sperm proteostasis: Can-nabinoids be chaperone's partners? Life Sci 2023; 333:122167. [PMID: 37827231 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2023.122167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2023] [Revised: 10/07/2023] [Accepted: 10/08/2023] [Indexed: 10/14/2023]
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The male gamete is a highly differentiated cell that aims to fuse with the oocyte in fertilization. Sperm have silenced the transcription and translational processes, maintaining proteostasis to guarantee male reproductive health. Despite the information about the implication of molecular chaperones as orchestrators of protein folding or aggregation, and the handling of body homeostasis by the endocannabinoid system, there is still a lack of basic investigation and random controlled clinical trials that deliver more evidence on the involvement of cannabinoids in reproductive function. Besides, we noticed that the information regarding whether recreational marijuana affects male fertility is controversial and requires further investigation. In other cell models, it has recently been evidenced that chaperones and cannabinoids are intimately intertwined. Through a literature review, we aim to explore the interaction between chaperones and cannabinoid signaling in sperm development and function. To untangle how or whether this dialogue happens within the sperm proteostasis. We discuss the action of chaperones, the endocannabinoid system and phytocannabinoids in sperm proteostasis. Reports of some heat shock and lipid proteins interacting with cannabinoid receptors prove that chaperones and the endocannabinoid system are in an intimate dialogue. Meanwhile, advancing the evidence to decipher these mechanisms for introducing innovative interventions into routine clinical settings becomes crucial. We highlight the potential interaction between chaperones and cannabinoid signaling in regulating proteostasis in male reproductive health.
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- Karina Flores-Montero
- Instituto de Histología y Embriología de Mendoza, Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas, Universidad Nacional de Cuyo, Mendoza M5500, Argentina
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- Instituto de Histología y Embriología de Mendoza, Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas, Universidad Nacional de Cuyo, Mendoza M5500, Argentina
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- Instituto de Histología y Embriología de Mendoza, Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas, Universidad Nacional de Cuyo, Mendoza M5500, Argentina
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- Instituto de Histología y Embriología de Mendoza, Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas, Universidad Nacional de Cuyo, Mendoza M5500, Argentina.
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Ni B, Liu Y, Dai M, Zhao J, Liang Y, Yang X, Han B, Jiang M. The role of cannabidiol in aging. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 165:115074. [PMID: 37418976 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.115074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2023] [Revised: 06/15/2023] [Accepted: 06/23/2023] [Indexed: 07/09/2023] Open
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Aging is usually considered a key risk factor associated with multiple diseases, such as neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular diseases and cancer. Furthermore, the burden of age-related diseases has become a global challenge. It is of great significance to search for drugs to extend lifespan and healthspan. Cannabidiol (CBD), a natural nontoxic phytocannabinoid, has been regarded as a potential candidate drug for antiaging. An increasing number of studies have suggested that CBD could benefit healthy longevity. Herein, we summarized the effect of CBD on aging and analyzed the possible mechanism. All these conclusions may provide a perspective for further study of CBD on aging.
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- Beibei Ni
- Department of Pharmacy, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266003, China
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- Department of Basic Medical, Qingdao Huanghai University, Qingdao 266427, China
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- Department of Emergency Internal Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266003, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266003, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266003, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266003, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266003, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266003, China.
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Li H, Yang TX, Zhao QS, Zhao B. Protective Effect of Cannabidiol on Hydrogen Peroxide-Induced Oxidative Damage in Human Umbilical Vein Endothelial Cells (HUVECs). Chem Biodivers 2023; 20:e202300169. [PMID: 37382028 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.202300169] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2023] [Accepted: 05/11/2023] [Indexed: 06/30/2023]
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Natural antioxidants play an important role in promoting good health because of their prevention for oxidative damage. The work aimed to explore the antioxidant mechanism and activity of cannabidiol (CBD) at the cellular level. The human umbilical vein endothelial cell (HUVEC) with oxidative damage was employed as the model to study the protective capability of CBD. The results showed that CBD pre-treatment before the cells were exposed to hydrogen peroxide (H2 O2 ) resulted in an obvious increase of cell viability (about 100 %) and antioxidant related enzymes activity, and a decline of malondialdehyde (MDA) level. Besides, CBD could alleviate the increase of intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) content, the contraction of nucleus, and condensation of chromatin. The changes showed a dose-dependent effect. Additionally, the free radicals scavenging capacity of CBD was comparable to that of typical natural antioxidant, anthocyanidins. In summary, CBD could be employed as a potent antioxidant source for avoiding the oxidative damage. These results could provide the foundation for the development of CBD antioxidant products.
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- Hang Li
- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- Department of Biomedicine, Beijing City University, Beijing, 100094, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, China
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Phytocannabinoids in the Pharmacotherapy of Psoriasis. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28031192. [PMID: 36770858 PMCID: PMC9920113 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28031192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2022] [Revised: 01/20/2023] [Accepted: 01/24/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Phytocannabinoids are naturally occurring compounds, the main source of which is Cannabis sativa L. Through direct action or interaction with G protein-coupled receptors, they affect ROS and pro-inflammatory cytokines levels and modify the effectiveness of transcription factor responsible for the biosynthesis of antioxidants which lead to oxidative stress and its consequences. Due to the modification of the redox balance and inflammation, phytocannabinoids are used in the treatment of various diseases, including autoimmune dermatoses, such as atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. Psoriasis is one of the most common dermatoses, and one of unknown etiology. A disturbed redox balance with a shift towards the oxidation leads to oxidative stress, resulting in oxidative modifications, mainly of lipids and proteins, and prolonged activation of immune cells and increased generation of pro-inflammatory cytokines, resulting in chronic inflammation. Given the biological activity of phytocannabinoids, they have become the focus of research as components of pharmacotherapy for psoriasis. Beneficial effects were shown by various representatives of phytocannabinoids, but the effect of cannabidiol (CBD) on skin cells (in vitro and ex vivo) and on blood cells from patients with psoriasis vulgaris and psoriatic arthritis has been most often evaluated in recent years.
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Atalay Ekiner S, Gęgotek A, Skrzydlewska E. The molecular activity of cannabidiol in the regulation of Nrf2 system interacting with NF-κB pathway under oxidative stress. Redox Biol 2022; 57:102489. [PMID: 36198205 PMCID: PMC9535304 DOI: 10.1016/j.redox.2022.102489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2022] [Revised: 09/11/2022] [Accepted: 09/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Cannabidiol (CBD), the major non-psychoactive phytocannabinoid of Cannabis sativa L., is one of the most studied compounds in pharmacotherapeutic approaches to treat oxidative stress-related diseases such as cardiovascular, metabolic, neurodegenerative, and neoplastic diseases. The literature data to date indicate the possibility of both antioxidant and pro-oxidative effects of CBD. Thus, the mechanism of action of this natural compound in the regulation of nuclear factor 2 associated with erythroid 2 (Nrf2), which plays the role of the main cytoprotective regulator of redox balance and inflammation under oxidative stress conditions, seems to be particularly important. Moreover, Nrf2 is strongly correlated with the cellular neoplastic profile and malignancy, which in turn is critical in determining the cellular response induced by CBD under pathophysiological conditions. This paper summarizes the CBD-mediated pathways of regulation of the Nrf2 system by altering the expression and modification of both proteins directly involved in Nrf2 transcriptional activity and proteins involved in the relationship between Nrf2 and the nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) which is another redox-sensitive transcription factor.
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- Sinemyiz Atalay Ekiner
- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicza 2D, 15-222, Bialystok, Poland.
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicza 2D, 15-222, Bialystok, Poland.
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicza 2D, 15-222, Bialystok, Poland.
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Khaksar S, Bigdeli M, Samiee A, Shirazi-zand Z. Antioxidant and Anti-apoptotic Effects of Cannabidiol in Model of Ischemic Stroke in Rats. Brain Res Bull 2022; 180:118-130. [DOI: 10.1016/j.brainresbull.2022.01.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2021] [Revised: 11/27/2021] [Accepted: 01/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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