Spice or synthetic marijuana is a synthetically produced drug made from herbs and other substances sprayed with chemicals, which mimics the effects of marijuana and is consumed in the same way. It is distributed with a mixture of herbs and eye-catching packaging. And it is one of the most consumed synthetic drugs in the USA.
However, synthetic marijuana is much more dangerous and unpredictable as it is produced in laboratories, and its chemical components are not known with certainty, leading to deficient control over the substances it contains.
Some addicts combine this synthetic drug with natural cannabis, which is dangerous for their health.
Thus, the symptoms of this drug are similar to those of cannabis, including an elevated mood, a feeling of relaxation, and altered perception of reality. In some people, other effects also occur, such as anxiety, paranoia, hallucinations, vomiting, uncontrollable body movements, sweating, among others.
Furthermore, among its medium and long-term side effects, we can find: anxiety, high blood pressure (which can cause harmful effects on the heart), and disorientation.
They are often sold as legal and harmless alternatives to marijuana, but synthetic cannabinoids actually pose risks and can affect the brain more powerfully than marijuana. Their real effects can be unpredictable and, in some cases, more dangerous.
The main psychoactive component of cannabis is tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), and it is the effects of THC that Spice aims to imitate. However, the chemical elements in Spice adhere more aggressively to receptors, which can result in much more severe effects. This is because, while THC is natural in cannabis and only partially reacts with the body, synthetic cannabis reacts much more extensively.
There is always a way out
To overcome this addiction, personalized medical monitoring is essential. At CC Adicciones, we offer a free initial consultation to assess the addiction and advise you on the appropriate treatment.
