New Drug Acts As MJ In The Brain, page 1


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Topic started on 14-12-2005 @ 09:47 AM by Classified Info
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MONTREAL, Dec. 13 (UPI) -- A McGill University study suggests a new anti-depressant drug works by raising levels of endocannabinoids -- similar to a substance found in marijuana.

The study suggests the new drug, called URB597, might represent a safer alternative to use of marijuana for treatment of pain and depression, and open the door to new and improved treatments for clinical depression.

In pre-clinical laboratory tests researchers found URB597 increased the production of endocannabinoids by blocking their degradation, resulting in measurable antidepressant effects.



Seems like it might be a safer alternative to prozac and other anti-depressants as well. Too soon to call but the findings do look promising.
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