If you have any questions about the following information, please contact the Poison and Drug Information Center at: 1-800-222-1222
Possible negative side effects from smoking or eating marijuana are listed below.
If you have any of these side effects, call the Poison and Drug Information Center at 1-800-222-1222 for instructions.
Neurologic
- Anxiety
- Difficulty walking
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Slurred speech
- Disorientation
- Loss of consciousness
- Depression
- Lack of motivation
- Paranoia
- Panic disorder
- Headaches
- Memory problems
- Mood swings
- Hallucinations
- Impaired reaction time
Lungs
- Coughing or wheezing
- Shortness of breath
Heart
- Dizziness (or low blood pressure) when rising
- Increase or decrease in heart rate
- Heart arrhythmias (rare)
Muscles
Tremors/shaking
Stomach / Intestinal
- Increased appetite
- Dry mouth
- Pancreatitis (rare)
Kidney
Difficulty urinating
***Withdrawal side effects following cessation after long term use: increased irritability, anxiety, nervousness, restlessness, sleep difficulties, and aggression.