Cannabinoids
Cannabis (Weed)
Street names: Weed, Marijuana, Pot, Bud, Grass, Mary Jane, Ganja, Hash, THC
Overdose? Act now. Call emergency services — say "unresponsive, not breathing". Give naloxone for opioid-like signs. Hotlines
⚡What it does
- Relaxation, euphoria ('high')
- Altered senses, time perception
- Increased appetite ('munchies')
⚠Key risks
- Anxiety, panic attacks, paranoia — especially high-THC strains and concentrates
- Impaired memory, coordination and driving ability for hours
- Dependence with daily heavy use (~10–30% of users); withdrawal: irritability, insomnia
- High-potency concentrates linked to psychosis episodes in vulnerable users
- Illegal-market flower is sometimes contaminated with mold, pesticides, or sprayed synthetics ('spiked weed')
✚Overdose signs
- No known fatal overdose — cannabis alone doesn't stop breathing
- Severe panic attack, paranoia, racing heart
- Cannabinoid hyperemesis: uncontrollable vomiting (relieved by hot showers)
- Fainting or extreme sedation when mixed with alcohol/other drugs
Category comparison — Cannabinoids
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Dronabinol (Marinol) | Schedule III | Marijuana-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 Cannabis (Weed) look like?
Dried green/brown flower buds; hash/resin; oils & wax (concentrates); edibles; vape cartridges
What are the signs of a Cannabis (Weed) overdose?
No known fatal overdose — cannabis alone doesn't stop breathing; Severe panic attack, paranoia, racing heart; Cannabinoid hyperemesis: uncontrollable vomiting (relieved by hot showers) Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Anxiety, panic attacks, paranoia — especially high-THC strains and concentrates Dependence can develop with regular use.
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