Types
of Drugs - Cannabis
Substance: Cannabis
Category: Sedative/Hallucinogen
Legal Status
All cannabis products are controlled by
the Misuse of Drugs Act. Cannabis is included
in Schedule 1. It is therefore illegal to
grow, produce, supply or possess. It is
also an offence to allow one's premises
to be a venue for cultivating/supplying
or smoking cannabis.
Short-term effects
After smoking, effects start within a few
minutes and can last several hours if high
doses are taken. Significant perceptual
distortions are relatively rare but possible
after high doses. Relaxed feelings and talkativeness.
Long Term effects
Psychological dependence and respiratory
problems possible, including lung cancer.
Scientific / Trade or Slang Name
Smoke, Dope, Ganja, Marijuana,
Blow, Pot, Draw, Grass, Weed.
Method of use
There are three forms of Cannabis: Oil,
Herbal and Resin. Herbal cannabis is smoked
on its own. Resin or oil is smoked in a
cigarette (joint) with tobacco or on their
own through a pipe or other device. Resin
is sometimes eaten in cakes or other foods.
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