Cannabinoid Receptor Type 1 Protects Nigrostriatal Dopaminergic Neurons against MPTP Neurotoxicity by Inhibiting Microglial Activation

“The present in vivo and in vitro findings clearly indicate that the CB1 receptor possesses anti-inflammatory properties and inhibits microglia-mediated oxidative stress.

 Our results collectively suggest that the cannabinoid system is beneficial for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and other disorders associated with neuroinflammation and microglia-derived oxidative damage.

CB1 receptor is a useful pharmacological target for treating PD and other disorders associated with neuroinflammation and microglia-derived oxidative damage. ”

http://www.jimmunol.org/content/187/12/6508.long

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