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Synthetic Marijuana

Synthetic Marijuana

Know the Truth Before You Use​

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. 

Facts About Spice/ K2 (Synthetic Marijuana)

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. 

Articles/Slides/Information

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.

Information on this page provided by Get Smart About Drugs.  GetSmartAboutDrugs.com is a United States Government, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) website. The inclusion of a link on this website does not constitute an official endorsement, guarantee, or approval by DEA.

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