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NCT05865470Possibly a fitRecruiting

How age affects smoked and oral THC effects

PainAbuse, DrugIntoxication; Cannabinoids

Treatments studied

Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.

This early-stage study compares how people in different age groups respond to THC taken by smoking versus by mouth. It aims to understand age-related differences in effects and safety, which could help guide safer use in the future.

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Phase
Phase 1
Enrollment
103 people
Ages
18 years to 65 years
Study type
Interventional

Who can take part

  • Be between 18 and 65, in one of these age groups: 18–25, 35–45, or 55–65
  • Use cannabis about weekly to monthly for the past 6 months, mainly by inhaling (smoking/vaping)
  • Not be actively seeking treatment for cannabis use and have no major side effects from cannabis so far
  • Have a body mass index (BMI) between 18.5 and 34
  • If you can become pregnant, use effective birth control and are not currently pregnant

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