CANNAConsumer Magazine August 2017 | Page 37

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Aelis Farma is developing compounds that have the same action as pregnenolone at the THC receptor, but have good bioavailability and stability. If one of these compounds is approved as a drug (which is still uncertain and a long way off), it could be a future option for treating cannabis overdoses.

Conclusion on Treatment of Cannabis Overconsumption

Current options for treating the symptoms of cannabis overconsumption are limited to sedatives, CBD, and some other natural products. In the future, we may have other CB1 receptor blockers or modulators available that will be effective in reducing anxiety and other effects of overconsumption.

The Prof of Pot gained an interest in neuropharmacology at a young age. This led him to pursue undergraduate studies in neuroscience and a Ph.D. in pharmacology. He subsequently performed research in several therapeutic areas, including cancer, immunology, and pain. You can find the Prof of Pot at http://profofpot.com/.