Cannabinoid-deficient Benin republic hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) improves semen parameters by reducing prolactin and enhancing anti-oxidant status

• Main Authors: Abdullateef Isiaka Alagbonsi (Author), Luqman Aribidesi Olayaki (Author), Halimat Amin Abdulrahim (Author), Thomson Sijuade Adetona (Author), Gbemileke Tobiloba Akinyemi (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2019-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Nigerian Cannabis sativa (hemp) causes male gonadotoxicity by inducing hyperprolactinemia, down-regulation of hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular axis, and oxidative stress. Benin republic hemp has been preferred by illicit users in Nigeria but its effect on male fertility is not u...