Marijuana, Liver Enzymes, and Toxicity

摘要: Marijuana has been used by humans for thousands of years1 a variety social, religious, and medical purposes.2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Although medicinally in the United States since middle 19th century,7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12the nonmedicinal use marijuana was made illegal 1937; then, concern over its possible toxicological effects risen cyclically. A series studies undertaken 1940s Mayor’s Committee New York,13although failing to substantiate anticipated serious on physical mental health users, indicated harmful potential certain users. Since that time, particularly after marked increase consumption during 1960s, reports have published pharmacological constituents. substantial acute toxicity not reported, remains longterm effects. chronic tobacco smoking alcohol became apparent only very prolonged use, it is populace may manifest themselves decades come. This chapter will focus known constituents liver function hopefully incite an awareness long-term use.