K2 is one of many strains of synthetic marijuana that have spread across the United States.Originally developed to help scientists understand how cannabinoids affect the brain, synthetic cannabinoids are organic It was a drug that was chemically similar to THC in marijuana and manufactured to bind to the same receptors. It is packaged as “incense” or “potpourri”.
Although K2 has been banned by the Drug Enforcement Administration along with spices, new synthetic cannabinoids are constantly being developed and introduced legally into the United States. first reports began in 2008. With K2, things like this can happen:
dizzy.
Weakness and lethargy.
paranoia or fear.
Panic attacks.
hallucinations or delusions. Rapid heart rate and breathing.
increased blood pressure;
Nausea and vomiting.
dehydration.
The strength of K2 and other synthetic cannabinoids can quickly lead to horribly dangerous side effects that can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and even kidney failure without medical attention. Other dangerous effects may include self-harm, suicidal thoughts or actions, or violence towards others.
The CDC notes that K2 and other synthetic marijuana overdose reports have increased every year since his 2010. With no regulations governing the manufacture of chemicals like K2, and no way of knowing how much of the chemical has been sprayed onto the plant, it’s easy to overdose on synthetic marijuana.