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What To Do If Had Panic Attack, Burning And Discomfort In Chest After Smoking Synthetic Cannibas?

I smoked synthetic cannibas earlier, approximately a 2-3 hours ago. I had a scary experience and possible panic attack, my heart was beating out of my chest, now feeling back to normal mostly, I have an almost burning feeling and discomfort in my chest, please help me to understand what happening?
posted on Mon, 28 Apr 2014
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Hi,

Synthetic cannabis is very potent as it usually has a high THC content. THC is known to cause anxiety and panic attacks. I expect you will feel better in a few hours as the drug is washed off from your body. I would suggest that you stay away from cannabis in all forms.

Best wishes.
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What To Do If Had Panic Attack, Burning And Discomfort In Chest After Smoking Synthetic Cannibas?

Hi, Synthetic cannabis is very potent as it usually has a high THC content. THC is known to cause anxiety and panic attacks. I expect you will feel better in a few hours as the drug is washed off from your body. I would suggest that you stay away from cannabis in all forms. Best wishes.