The illegal substance marijuana is not condoned. The purpose of the chart is to point out that synthetic weed is an extreme issue that needs resolution immediately. Currently, children can buy it at the corner gas station for as little as $5.00.
Real or not?
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SYNTHETIC CANNABINOIDS |
MARIJUANA |
| Unregulated mixture of chemical compounds | Same basic compound (THC) |
| Mixed/unpredictable symptoms | Well-known symptoms |
| Longer half-life (prolonged high) | Well-known duration |
| Reports of addiction/withdrawal | Less physically addictive |
| Not able to detect in blood or urine | Able to detect in blood or urine |
| Onset 5-10 minutes | Almost immediate onset |
| Severe hallucinations | No hallucinations |
| Intense paranoia | Little to no paranoia |
| Extreme anxiety | Relaxing |
| Rigid muscle tone | Normal muscle tone |
| Normal pupil size | Dilated pupils |
| Possible Horizontal/Vertical Gaze Nystagmus | No Horizontal/Vertical Gaze Nystagmus |
| Lack of Convergence | Lack of Convergence |
| Normal light reaction | Normal light reaction |
| Increased heart rate/BP | Increased heart rate/BP |
| Bloodshot/red eyes | Bloodshot/red eyes |
