Tetrahydrocannabinol - Wikipedia THC acts as a partial agonist at CB 1 and CB 2 cannabinoid receptors THC can be administered orally, inhaled, or transdermally, with bioavailability and onset varying by route, and is extensively metabolized in the liver to active and inactive metabolites before being excreted in feces and urine
CBD vs. THC: What Are the Major Differences? - GoodRx THC activates the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS) and may help with nausea, pain, and muscle spasms But it also causes a “high” and can lead to serious side effects such as anxiety, memory problems, and an increased risk of heart attack and stroke
THC vs. CBD: Whats the Difference? - Healthline THC is the main psychoactive compound in cannabis that produces a “high” sensation It can be consumed by smoking cannabis It’s also available in oils, edibles, tinctures, capsules, and more
Differences Between CBD vs. THC - WebMD THC is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, the main psychoactive ingredient in the cannabis plant It’s what makes you feel “high” when you smoke marijuana or eat an edible Marijuana and other THC
THC Dosage Guide for Edibles, Joints, and More - GoodRx THC is one of many active chemicals in cannabis plants called cannabinoids It’s the main chemical responsible for the “high” that cannabis can cause For research purposes, the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) defines a standard THC unit as 5 mg of THC
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