Pro-resolution, protective and anti-nociceptive effects of a cannabis extract in the rat gastrointestinal tract.

“Cannabis is widely used for treating a number of gastrointestinal ailments…

In the present study, we tested the effects (in rats) of a simple extract of medicinal cannabis (called “MFF”) for its ability to promote resolution of colitis…

These results demonstrate that a simple extract of medicinal cannabis can significantly enhance resolution of inflammation and injury, as well as prevent injury, in the gastrointestinal tract. Interestingly, different cannabinoid receptors were involved in some of the effects. MFF may serve as the basis for a simple preparation of cannabis that would produce beneficial effects in the GI tract with reduced systemic toxicity.”

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23756391

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