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Endocannabinoids

  • Enriches understanding of the physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology of the endocannabinoid system
  • Illustrates potential treatment strategies
  • Written by leading experts in the field

Part of the book series: Handbook of Experimental Pharmacology (HEP, volume 231)

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Table of contents (16 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xii
  2. Biosynthesis and Fate of Endocannabinoids

    • Maria Grazia Cascio, Pietro Marini
    Pages 39-58
  3. Endocannabinoids and the Immune System in Health and Disease

    • Guy A. Cabral, Gabriela A. Ferreira, Melissa J. Jamerson
    Pages 185-211
  4. Endocannabinoids and Mental Disorders

    • TIziana Rubino, Erica Zamberletti, Daniela Parolaro
    Pages 261-283
  5. Endocannabinoids and Reproductive Events in Health and Disease

    • Natalia Battista, Monica Bari, Mauro Maccarrone
    Pages 341-365
  6. Endocannabinoids and Metabolic Disorders

    • Blandine Gatta-Cherifi, Daniela Cota
    Pages 367-391
  7. Endocannabinoids and the Cardiovascular System in Health and Disease

    • Saoirse Elizabeth O’Sullivan
    Pages 393-422
  8. Endocannabinoids and the Digestive Tract and Bladder in Health and Disease

    • Angelo A. Izzo, Giulio G. Muccioli, Michael R. Ruggieri, Rudolf Schicho
    Pages 423-447
  9. Endocannabinoids and Cancer

    • Guillermo Velasco, Cristina Sánchez, Manuel Guzmán
    Pages 449-472
  10. Back Matter

    Pages 473-475

About this book

There is currently considerable interest in the development of medicines that would enhance endocannabinoid-induced “autoprotection”, for example through inhibition of endocannabinoid metabolizing enzymes or cellular uptake processes or that would oppose endocannabinoid-induced “autoimpairment”. This volume describes the physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology of the endocannabinoid system and potential strategies for targeting this system in the clinic.

Editors and Affiliations

  • Professor of Neuropharmacology, University of Aberdeen Institute of Medical Sciences, Aberdeen, United Kingdom

    Roger G. Pertwee

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eBook USD 299.00
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Softcover Book USD 379.99
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  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info
Hardcover Book USD 379.99
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  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

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