Some Observations on the Action of Δ 9 -THC on the Human Organism

Abstract

The action of Δ⁹-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ⁹-THC) on heavy hashish users after smoking was studied. Its action was compared with that of pure hashish resin, and the results are discussed briefly.

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