While human overdose is rare, THC can interact with other drugs and has a complex pharmacokinetic profile. THC is classified variably under international and US law, with medical use approved in …

Dec 21, 2025 · THC, or delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, is the best-known psychoactive compound found in marijuana. Learn more about the effects, medicinal uses, and risks of THC.

Oct 8, 2025 · THC is short for tetrahydrocannabinol. It’s the main compound in cannabis, responsible for the intoxicating “high” you may feel when you consume some cannabis products.

Mar 4, 2025 · Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the primary psychoactive compound produced by the Cannabis Sativa plant species, which means it is the cornerstone of cannabis’s effects. Also known …

THC works by binding to specific sites in the brain and on the nerves. It's found in the highest levels in the leaves and flowers of the plant. THC is commonly used as a recreational drug.

Jan 5, 2024 · THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, is the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis, responsible for the plant’s euphoric effects. When consumed, THC interacts with receptors in the …

Jul 9, 2024 · Tetrahydrocannabinol, known colloquially as THC, isn't new. But as of late, more lawmakers move to legalize and decriminalize possession and use of marijuana and more medical …

Sep 24, 2024 · The plant has many different chemical compounds, including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which has intoxicating—mind altering—effects. Cannabis products with THC can cause …

Feb 16, 2024 · There are several risk factors and negative health outcomes associated with cannabis use.

6 days ago · A new systematic evidence review finds short-term improvements in pain management for cannabis products relatively high in THC, but they’re also high in side effects like sedation, dizziness …