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Nabilone, flexible dosing

University of Calgary · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Nabilone is a synthetic cannabinoid that mimics THC and activates cannabinoid receptors in the central nervous system to modulate pain, nausea, and other symptoms.

Nabilone is a synthetic cannabinoid that mimics THC and activates cannabinoid receptors in the central nervous system to modulate pain, nausea, and other symptoms. Used for Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV), Chronic pain conditions.

At a glance

Generic nameNabilone, flexible dosing
Also known asCesamet
SponsorUniversity of Calgary
Drug classSynthetic cannabinoid
TargetCB1 and CB2 cannabinoid receptors
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaPain management, Oncology (chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting)
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Nabilone acts as a partial agonist at CB1 and CB2 cannabinoid receptors, which are distributed throughout the brain and peripheral tissues. By activating these receptors, it modulates neurotransmitter release and reduces pain signaling, nausea, and other symptoms. The flexible dosing approach allows individualized titration to optimize therapeutic benefit while minimizing adverse effects.

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Key clinical trials

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