Description
The most common illegal drug used Marijuana is primarily smoked but can be ingested as well. Its intoxicating effects include relaxation, sleepiness, and mild euphoria. It may help relieve nausea and improve appetite. Marijuana can cause undesirable side effects, which increase with higher doses.
Symptoms
Relaxation, sleepiness, mild euphoria, dry mouth, red eyes, impaired perception and motor skills, decreased short-term memory, paranoia, mood swings, and hallucinations.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed.
Other Specific Tests: Urine or serum toxicology screen
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Pediatric and Adolescent Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed.
Other Specific Tests: Urine or serum toxicology screen
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Pediatric and Adolescent Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine
Treatment
Treatment includes supportive therapy. Sedation may be necessary.