Effects of JWH-018 and Why is it Dangerous?

JWH-018, also called a 'synthetic cannabinoid', is anvibrant)
emerging drug of choice to replace the use of* heavy sinking feeling
Marijuana. Since it provides the same effect or* respiratory suppression
even better than Marijuana, most herbal smoke* controlled breathing
blends incorporate JWH-018 as part of the* gastrointestinal discomfort (rarely happens)
ingredients to achieve a better 'high' experience.* possible heightened pleasurable sensitivity
Nevertheless, effects of JWH-018 still varyIt also renders some positive effects such as
between individuals. Usually, novice smokers mayanalgesia and anti-anxiety. But, these claims are
undergo a much more profound "high" experiencedoubtful up to this day due to lack of evidence
compared to regulars. A few users may or mayfrom scientific researches. Therefore, the
not show the same signs and symptoms,proposal for its medical application as a response
however they may experience the same effectto its therapeutic effect is still out-of-the-question.
of JWH-018 in general.Dangers of JWH-018
Cognitive and Psychological Effects of SmokingAlthough no cases of dying from JWH-018 known,
JWH-018smoking higher doses of JWH-018 might be quite
JWH-018 mimics the mechanism of THC found indangerous. Reported scarier and harmful effects
Marijuana, thus affecting the functions of the braininclude short-term memory loss, extreme
resulting to CNS depression. Since it binds itself tosedation that may lead to coma, euphoria,
CB1 receptors dominantly found in the brain,paranoia, anxiety, slight confusion and vomiting. It
expect to notice symptoms of alterations in theclearly creates shocking brain effects, even cause
control of emotions, motivation, judgment,severe life-threatening hallucinations, and some
memory and learning. For smoking a regular doseseizures. Aside from that, the frightening physical
of 3 to 5mg of JWH-018, its psychological effectseffects in the cardiovascular system, such as
include:increase heart rate and blood pressure, may pose
* heightened mooda threat to the body of the user. Thus, ignoring
* enhanced sense of humorsuch negative effects of JWH-018 is big no-no.
* heightened curiosity and intrigueIt is even more disturbing that JWH-018 may
* racing thoughtsactually have a greater possibility for abuse. There
* time distortion and dilationwas a case study about a man actually
* buzzing or humming like a psychedelicdemonstrating withdrawal symptoms when he
experienceabstained himself from using JWH-018. He
* reduced concentrationexperienced tremors, nausea and vomiting,
* relaxing statediarrhea, bouts of headaches, insomnia and
* mild euphoria (phasing in between bouts)palpitations and even seemed restless with unclear
* Manic-depressive (hyperactivity to moments ofthoughts.
dullness and vice versa)With all the commotions going on about JWH-018,
Physical Effectsespecially its negative effects to the body, the
Same as its cognitive and psychological effects,issue remains at a standstill. There are already
physical effects are also predominantly, if notquite a number of reports proliferating in the
greater, the same for all users. JWH-018 causesInternet and even reached the ears of
the same Cannabis effects and actually confirmedlawmakers, however the information remain as
through these following symptoms:speculations. Since no clinical evidences and
* bloodshot eyes and droopy eyelids (only notedthorough scientific studies to back these claims, it
to some users)is obvious that it will just become another rumor.
* drowsinessHence, hearsay or not, using something without
* tachycardia (increases heart rate)knowledge about its possible harmful effects is still
* visual effects (colors appear more full andjust plain ignorance.