The potential of cannabinoids and inhibitors of endocannabinoid degradation in respiratory diseases.
Eur J Pharmacol
; 911: 174560, 2021 Nov 15.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1458663
ABSTRACT
The global incidence of respiratory diseases and complications is increasing. Therefore, new methods of treatment, as well as prevention, need to be investigated. A group of compounds that should be considered for use in respiratory diseases is cannabinoids. There are three groups of cannabinoids - plant-derived phytocannabinoids, synthetic cannabinoids, and endogenous endocannabinoids including the enzymes responsible for their synthesis and degradation. All cannabinoids exert their biological effects through either type 1 cannabinoid receptors (CB1) and/or type 2 cannabinoid receptors (CB2). In numerous studies (in vitro and in vivo), cannabinoids and inhibitors of endocannabinoid degradation have shown beneficial anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-cancer, and anti-fibrotic properties. Although in the respiratory system, most of the studies have focused on the positive properties of cannabinoids and inhibitors of endocannabinoid degradation. There are few research reports discussing the negative impact of these compounds. This review summarizes the properties and mechanisms of action of cannabinoids and inhibitors of endocannabinoid degradation in various models of respiratory diseases. A short description of the effects selected cannabinoids have on the human respiratory system and their possible use in the fight against COVID-19 is also presented. Additionally, a brief summary is provided of cannabinoid receptors properties and their expression in the respiratory system and cells of the immune system.
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Respiratory Tract Diseases
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Cannabinoids
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Endocannabinoids
Type of study:
Experimental Studies
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Observational study
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Randomized controlled trials
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Animals
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Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Eur J Pharmacol
Year:
2021
Document Type:
Article
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