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What happens if you eat edibles too often?
The symptoms of using too much marijuana are both physical and mental: Extreme confusion, anxiety, panic, or paranoia. Hallucinations or delusions. Increased blood pressure.
How long can you be affected by an edible?
With edible cannabis, the intoxicating effects or “high” do not kick in for about 30 minutes to two hours and peak at about four hours. The effects can last up to 12 hours after use and residual effects can last up to 24 hours, so you could be affected into the next day.
Do edibles affect breathing?
As for edibles, they’re not smoked, so there’s no proof they’d harm the lungs. But there’s also no proof that they’re safe, Mannino says. One study found reasons for concern about the largely unchecked, growing edible cannabis product market.
Can edibles cause breathing problems?
Overdosing by eating an edible is rarely a cause for serious concern, though it may lead to some disconcerting symptoms. Anyone having severe symptoms, such as panic attacks, a rapid heart rate, or difficulty breathing, should seek medical attention.
What are the effects of edibles on children and teens?
Effects of Edible Marijuana on Children & Teens. Anyone who eats one of these edibles—especially a child—can experience overdose effects such as intoxication, altered perception, anxiety, panic, paranoia, dizziness, weakness, slurred speech, poor coordination, apnea, and heart problems.
What happens if you eat marijuana edibles?
For example, one bar of marijuana chocolate may have multiple 10 mg servings. If someone has a low marijuana tolerance and eats an entire bar of chocolate, they may experience unpleasant side effects, like: Importantly, homemade edibles can have highly variable amounts of marijuana and can easily lead to a marijuana overdose.
Do edibles impact brain growth and development?
However, few studies exist on how edibles may impact brain growth and development, especially in adolescents and teens. Unfortunately, marijuana research in the United States is difficult to pursue due to federal regulations.
What should I do if my child eats marijuana edibles?
Make sure the products are in out-of-reach or locked locations, in child-resistant packaging or containers. Clearly label marijuana edibles, and store them in their original packaging. Use and supervision: Never consume marijuana edibles in front of children, either for medical or recreational purposes.