Cannabis
Cannabis is a plant-based drug. It can be smoked, eaten or vaped.
Also called:
BhangBudDopeDrawGanjaGrassHashHashishHerbMarijuanaPollenPotPuffResinSensiSinsemillaSkunkWeed
Quick info
How the drug works varies from person to person
How you might feel
‘Stoned’, happy, giggly and/or sleepy, confused, paranoid.
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Effects on your body
Can make some people feel sick and hallucinate.
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How long it takes to work
1-2 mins on average when smoking. Takes longer to work when eaten – about 45 mins on average.
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How long the effects last
40 mins – 1 hour on average when smoking.
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Common risks
Cannabis can affect your mental health, especially if you take a lot. Smoking with tobacco increases risk from both drugs. Driving when stoned or high can double your chances of having a serious, or even fatal car crash.
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Mixing drugs
Mixing drugs is always risky but some mixtures are more dangerous than others.
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How it looks, tastes and smells
What does it look like?
Soft black resin, furry green leaves and hard brown lumps, cannabis can look very different depending on its type – but it all comes from cannabis plants.
You’re most likely to come across these types:
Weed
Also known as grass, weed is made from drying out the leaves and flowering parts of the cannabis plant. It can look like dried herbs and is usually brownish-green in colour.
Skunk
This is the name given for particular strains of grass that are very strong. Skunk’s become very popular in recent years and is often bright, pale or dark green in colour and covered in tiny crystals.
Hash/hashish
Not nearly as common as it used to be, hash (or hashish) is made from the resin of the cannabis plant and can be black, brown, soft or hard – depending on the type.
Cannabis oil
This is a dark, sticky and honey-coloured substance that’s much less common than other types.
‘Dab’/’shatter’
These are highly concentrated forms of cannabis that are extracted using butane. They come in a solid form known as ‘dab’ or ‘shatter’ and can be used as e-liquids in vape pens.
What does it taste/smell like?
Cannabis has a musky, sweet smell. Some of the more potent types of cannabis can have a stronger smell, but this isn’t a reliable guide to the strength of any particular batch.
The Amnesia Haze strain offers many potential health benefits to medicinal consumers. Its ability to improve mood and energize may help people with mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety, and those experiencing chronic fatigue.
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MMJ users often try Bruce Banner weed to help with the symptoms of chronic stress and chronic pain disorders. Because of its body-numbing effects, a buzzing and relaxed state could replace all pent-up physical stress and discomfort, potentially bringing relief to the user.
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Ghost Train Haze is a dynamic strain of cannabis that has a vast array of uses. It can help with anything from glaucoma and arthritis, all the way to ADHD and depression. Besides being a great medicinal strain, it also tastes citrusy and floral, so it will tantalize your taste buds in a new and exciting way.
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Green Crack isn’t generally suitable for individuals with serious medical conditions. However, it can assist those who are fatigued, depressed, anxious, stressed, or exhausted. Its strong sativa effects are great for getting you going, no matter what your day looks like.
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At its heart, Harlequin is a medicinal marijuana strain. It is primarily used as a painkiller and is prescribed to individuals looking for relief from muscle spasms, headaches, joint pains, and migraines. As it elevates your mood and helps you feel more relaxed, you could try this strain if you are suffering from depression or anxiety.
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Jack Herer weed has a fairly sizeable range of potential medical benefits, with the majority sitting in the psychological disorder spectrum. The strain has been known for being particularly effective in assisting individuals who struggle with depression and anxiety, as well as those handling chronic stress, PTSD, or ADHD.
Jack Herer generally helps to bring back focus and awareness while calming the stomach, increasing appetite (but not making you munchie hard), and numbing any underlying pain that you may be experiencing.
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Kosher Kush potency is higher THC than average. flavor & aromapungent. top effectsleepy. Kosher Kush, also known as “Kosher OG,” is a popular indica marijuana strain. Kosher Kush is currently offered in seed form from DNA Genetics, originated in Los Angeles as a clone-only strain.
Kosher Kush is a 100% indica strain, so be prepared for its potent and sedating effects. It offers a euphoric and relaxing high, with a good chance of couchlock, so save this one for evening use when all duties have been fulfilled. Kosher Kush is also mightily refreshing – tasting of citrus, pine, and spice.
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Probably the most severe medical condition that Pineapple Express has been known to be of immense help with, is clinical depression, anxiety, stress and even PTSD
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A tangy and spicy strain, Purple Lemon Haze results from a cross between indica stalwart Purple Kush and sativa champion Lemon Haze. With well-balanced hybrid effects, PLH is ideal for day and night use alike.
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Sour Diesel is known to be fast acting strain, delivering energizing effects that reduce the effects of stress, depression, and chronic pain. This strain is a popular choice for patients due to its long lasting relief
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