"Greening Out/THC Overdose" Symptoms
While cannabis cannot lead to a fatal overdose, it can cause an unsettling phenomenon known as "greening out" or "THC overdose" from ingesting an excessive amount of intoxicating cannabinoids, overwhelming the body's capacity to handle the effects."Greening out" occurs more often with edible & concentrated cannabis products & dueto mislabeled products, to novice cannabis consumers who are unfamiliar with their body's tolerance & experienced consumers when trying new products. Mixing cannabis with alcohol, drug interactions, dehydration, insufficient caloric intake & sleep deprivation can increase the effects of THC, which can trigger an occurrence.
Effects
Different people have different experiences. One individual may feel stress relief, while another feels overstimulated and stressed, while another feels energized and on-task. There are many factors that impact the effect:
- Amount used (dosage)
- Strain of cannabis used and method of consumption
- Environment/setting
- Experience and history of cannabis use
- Biochemistry
- Mindset or mood
- Nutrition or diet
- Type of cannabis used
Symptoms of Contamination
Contamination isn't always immediately apparent & can have lasting health impacts. Symptoms might not manifest right away & in some cases, can take weeks, months, or even years to become evident. These health impacts can affect various body systems, increase the risk of cancer, & complicate underlying conditions. Moreover, the presence of certain prescription drugs can hinder the body's ability to eliminate these contaminants.
If you experience these symptoms, cease using the product immediately & seek medical attention if symptoms worsen or persist.