Dictionary

The A-Z of Cannabis

A

AChE Inhibitor 

   Inhibits cholinesterase enzyme from breaking down the neurotransmitter ACh.

Analgesic 

   Relieves Pain

Anorectic

   Weight Loss

Antibacterial 

   Slows Bacteria Growth 

Antidepressant 

   Relieves Symptoms of Depression 

Anti-Diabetic

   Reduces Blood Sugar Levels 

Anti-Emetic

   Reduces Vomiting and Nausea 

Anti-Epiletic

   Reduces Seizures and Convulsions 

Antifungal

   Treats Fungal Infections 

Anti-Inflammatory 

   Reduces Inflammation 

Anti-Insomnia

   Aids Sleep 

Anti-Ischemic

   Reduces Risk of Artery Blockages 

Antimutagenic 

   Reduces frequency of mutations 

Anti-Proliferative

   Inhibits Cancer Cell Growth 

Antipsioratic

   Treats Psoriasis 

Antipsychotic

   Tranquilizing 

Antispasmodic 

   Suppresses Muscle Spasms 

Anxiolytic

   Reduces Anxiety

Antioxidant 

   Inhibits oxidation that produces free radicals that cause cell damage.

B

Bone Stimulant

   Promotes Bone Growth

C

Cachexia

   Weakness and wasting of the body due chronic illness

D

Decarboxylation

   A chemical process caused by heat that activates compounds like THC

G

Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux

   Reduces Acid Reflux

I

Immune Potentiator

   Accelerates, prolongs, or enhances antigen-specific immune responses 

Immunostimulant

   Stimulates Immune System 

Immunosuppressive

   Reduces Function in Immune System 

Intestinal Anti-Prokinetic

   Reduces Small Intestine Contractions 

N

Neuroprotective

   Retards Nervous System Degeneration

V

Vasorelaxant

   Reduces Vascular Tension