The Synthetic Cannabinoid Withdrawal Syndrome

Background: Little is known about the effects of synthetic cannabinoids. There has been only one previous report of a withdrawal syndrome from synthetic cannabinoids. We report two cases of a withdrawal syndrome from prolonged habitual use of synthetic cannabinoids. Discussion: Withdrawal from delta-9-THC has been described as a syndrome of anxiety, myalgias, chills, and anorexia. Synthetic cannabinoids are potent than delta-9-THC and thus the...