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Cannabinoids

5F-ADB / 5F-ADBICA

Street names: 5F-MDMB-PICA, 5F-ADBICA

5F-ADB / 5F-ADBICA — White powder sprayed on plant material or dissolved in e-liquid

What it does

  • Sedating, disorienting 'spice' high

Key risks

  • Multiple deaths linked to 5F-ADB (the compound behind early 'zombie spice' outbreaks)
  • Seizures, kidney injury

Overdose signs

  • Catatonic state
  • Seizures
  • Rapid heart rate

📋Quick facts

Also known as5F-MDMB-PICA, 5F-ADBICA
CategoryCannabinoids
Schedule / classSchedule I (US)
AppearanceWhite powder sprayed on plant material or dissolved in e-liquid
Street price~$5–$20 per gram of blend
Legal statusSchedule I (US); banned everywhere on our list
Last updated2026-09-12
Sources: DEA, EMCDDA, UNODC

Category comparison — Cannabinoids

SubstanceClassTop risksStreet price
5F-ADB / 5F-ADBICASchedule IMultiple deaths linked to 5F-ADB (the compound behind early 'zombie spice' outbreaks); Seizures, kidney injury~$5–$20 per gram of blend
4F-ADBSchedule IAssociated with 'Spice zombies' — catatonia, seizures; Unpredictable potency sprayed unevenly~$5–$20 per gram of 'herbal blend'
JWH-250Schedule IFirst-generation spice compound; contaminated batches caused outbreaks; Anxiety, tachycardia~$5–$15 per gram of blend
NM-2201 (CBL-2201)Analogue prosecutionsLittle human data; Severe anxiety, seizures reported~$5–$20 per gram of blend
Cannabis (Weed)Schedule IAnxiety, panic attacks, paranoia — especially high-THC strains and concentrates; Impaired memory, coordination and driving ability for hours~$10–$20 per gram flower
Dronabinol (Marinol)Schedule IIIMarijuana-like impairment — driving, memory; Anxiety/paranoia at high doses~$5–$20 per capsule
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.

?Frequently asked questions

What does 5F-ADB / 5F-ADBICA look like?

White powder sprayed on plant material or dissolved in e-liquid

What are the signs of a 5F-ADB / 5F-ADBICA overdose?

Catatonic state; Seizures; Rapid heart rate Call emergency services immediately.

How addictive is it?

Multiple deaths linked to 5F-ADB (the compound behind early 'zombie spice' outbreaks) Dependence can develop with regular use.

🔗Sources & further reading

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