Cannabinoids
Dronabinol (Marinol)
Street names: Marinol, Syndros, THC capsule
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⚡What it does
- THC-like euphoria and appetite boost
- Anti-nausea (chemo)
- Relaxation
⚠Key risks
- Marijuana-like impairment — driving, memory
- Anxiety/paranoia at high doses
- Diverted and sold as 'legal weed' despite being identical effects-wise
✚Overdose signs
- No fatal overdose alone
- Severe anxiety, racing heart
- Fainting
Category comparison — Cannabinoids
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dronabinol (Marinol) | Schedule III | Marijuana-like impairment — driving, memory; Anxiety/paranoia at high doses | ~$5–$20 per capsule |
| 4F-ADB | Schedule I | Associated with 'Spice zombies' — catatonia, seizures; Unpredictable potency sprayed unevenly | ~$5–$20 per gram of 'herbal blend' |
| 5F-ADB / 5F-ADBICA | Schedule I | Multiple deaths linked to 5F-ADB (the compound behind early 'zombie spice' outbreaks); Seizures, kidney injury | ~$5–$20 per gram of blend |
| JWH-250 | Schedule I | First-generation spice compound; contaminated batches caused outbreaks; Anxiety, tachycardia | ~$5–$15 per gram of blend |
| NM-2201 (CBL-2201) | Analogue prosecutions | Little human data; Severe anxiety, seizures reported | ~$5–$20 per gram of blend |
| Cannabis (Weed) | Schedule I | Anxiety, panic attacks, paranoia — especially high-THC strains and concentrates; Impaired memory, coordination and driving ability for hours | ~$10–$20 per gram flower |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does Dronabinol (Marinol) look like?
Soft gelatin capsules (2.5/5/10 mg) in amber bottles
What are the signs of a Dronabinol (Marinol) overdose?
No fatal overdose alone; Severe anxiety, racing heart; Fainting Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Marijuana-like impairment — driving, memory Dependence can develop with regular use.