Abstract:The aim of this review article is to outline the role of the plant Cannabis sativa in treating human ailments. Giant pharmaceuticalcompanies are marketing phytochemicals extracted from Cannabis plant and its derivatives to treat epilepsy and multiple sclerosis.The present review emphasizes cannabinoids – its derivatives and synthetic analogs – as an active pharmaceutical Ingredient to treatailments related to autoimmune human body responses. The endocannabinoid system CB1 and CB2 respond differently to various… Show more
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