Spice/ K2, Synthetic Marijuana
What is Spice/ K2, Synthetic Marijuana?
Street Title
How is it abused?
What are its effect on the body?
State public health and poison centers have issued warnings in response to adverse health effects associated with abuse of herbal incense products containing these synthetic cannabinoids. These adverse effects included tachycardia (elevated heart rate), elevated blood pressure, unconsciousness, tremors, seizures, vomiting, hallucinations, agitation, anxiety, pallor, numbness, and tingling. This is in addition to the numerous public health and poison centers which have similarly issued warnings regarding the abuse of these synthetic cannabinoids. In some instances, the adverse health effects can be long-lasting even after the user quits using the substances.
Is K2 / Spice / Synthetic Marijuana Legal in Michigan?
In October 2010, seven artificial marijuana chemicals (JWH-015, JWH-018, JWH-073, JWH200, JWH-250, CP-47,497, HU-210) were made illegal in Michigan with penalties similar to marijuana possession (yeah they can still get ya in 2024 for weed)
5 Products that contain one or more of these chemicals are illegal.
However, as new formulas or versions of these drugs are marketed, they may contain chemicals not covered by the current law.
What if I have more questions?
The Michigan PCC is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to answer medical questions or concerns related to poisoning events. The PCC Help Hotline is: 1-800-222-1222.
If you got into a situation with the law then you want to call our number (248) 357-2550
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