Evaluating minor cannabinoids and terpenes for pain relief

Minor Cannabinoids and Terpenes: Preclinical Evaluation as Analgesics

['FUNDING_R01'] · UPSTATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY · NIH-10862537

This study is looking at how certain natural compounds from the cannabis plant might help relieve pain, with the hope of finding new options for people who need better pain relief.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R01']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUPSTATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (SYRACUSE, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10862537 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates the potential of minor cannabinoids and terpenes derived from the cannabis plant as new pain relief options. By utilizing advanced methods to isolate and purify these compounds, the study aims to assess their effectiveness in alleviating pain through preclinical testing. Patients may benefit from innovative analgesics that could offer alternatives to traditional pain medications. The research will also explore how these compounds work individually and in combination to enhance their analgesic properties.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing acute pain or those who have not found relief with conventional analgesics.

Not a fit: Patients who do not experience pain or have conditions unrelated to pain management may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new, effective pain relief options for patients suffering from various types of pain.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using cannabinoids for pain relief, but this specific approach focusing on minor cannabinoids and terpenes is relatively novel.

Where this research is happening

SYRACUSE, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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