Synthetic Marijuana
Synthetic drugs are made from chemical compounds. Some people think they are a legal substitute for drugs like marijuana and ecstasy. But they are not.
A synthetic version of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, K2/Spice is a mixture of plant material sprayed with synthetic psychoactive chemicals. Often looks like potpourri and typically labeled “not for human consumption.” Dangerous to purchase from the Internet because its origins and chemical amounts are unknown. The ingredients and strength of products containing synthetic cannabinoids are almost impossible for the user to know.
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Synthetic Marijuana
Is Lethal
Friday, August 17, 2018: More than 70 people overdose on K2 in a single day in New Haven
Synthetic Marijuana
Laced With Poison
FDA issues warning after sythetic marijuana tainted with rat poison
Synthetic Marijuana
Causes Deaths
The use of synthetic cannabinoids is believed to be behind deaths in Illinois.
K2/Spice Photos
Would you be able to identify synthetic marijuana packaging? See the photos in this DEA.gov image gallery and learn what to look out for.
How to Talk to Kids
Do you think your teen may be using drugs? Here are a few tips on how you can talk to your child about your suspicions.
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