Cannabis, cannabinoids and reproduction.

Authors: Boram Park, John M. McPartland, Michelle Glass
Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes and Essential Fatty Acids, February 2004

In most countries Cannabis is the most widely used illegal drug. Its use during pregnancy in developed nations is estimated to be approximately 10%. Recent evidence suggests that the endogenous cannabinoid system, now consisting of two receptors and multiple endocannabinoid li…

The endocannabinoid-CB receptor system: Importance for development and in pediatric disease.

Authors: Ester Fride
Neuro endocrinology letters, February-April 2004

Endogenous cannabinoids (endocannabinoids) and their cannabinoid CB1 and CB2 receptors, are present from the early stages of gestation and play a number of vital roles for the developing organism. Although most of these data are collected from animal studies, a role for cannab…

Two hundred and thirteen cases of marijuana toxicoses in dogs.

Authors: Pawel Janczyk, Caroline W Donaldson, Sharon M. Gwaltney
Veterinary and Human Toxicology, February 2004

Marijuana (Cannabis sativa) is a commonly used recreational drug among humans; animals may be exposed following ingestion or accidental inhalation of smoke. From January 1998 to January 2002, 213 incidences were recorded of dogs that developed clinical signs following oral exp…