Behavioral studies demonstrate that the central mechanism involved in cocaine relapse is closely linked to the sites where marijuana has its effect, suggesting that cannabinoid receptor antagonists may be used as anti-craving agents. (pages 1151–1154)
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Piomelli, D. Cannabinoid activity curtails cocaine craving. Nat Med 7, 1099–1100 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1038/nm1001-1099
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