can marijuana cause tachycardia or been know to cause spasming or tremors?

April 10, 2009 | By admin In Tremor |
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larry j

has marijuana ever been reported to react with any medications?

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4 Comments so far

  1. Tony C on April 13th, 2009

    no no and maybe…they have different effects on different people…better google this one..lol…really

  2. dontime63 on April 13th, 2009

    just like tobacco, tachycardia and tachypnia are immediate affects of consumption. there are no studies that i’m aware of that would indicate that smoking causes spasming or tremors,however,some studies suggest that marijuana consumption can cause psychosis and anxiety.if you are having these problems it is wise to consult a physician, find one that you can be comfortable discussing your habit with,their out there. good luck

  3. Ben on April 17th, 2009

    ABSOLUTELY! The drug in marijuana (THC) exerts profound effects on the brain and various other organs. When THC reaches your brain, it binds to cannabinoid receptors by mimicking anandamide, a neurotransmitter in your brain which affects your emotional state. When this occurs, your brain releases other neurtransmitters, the primary ones being dopamine (responsible for feelings of pleasure and reward); norepinephrine (responsible for feelings of arousal); serotonin (responsible for mood elevation); and GABA (responsible for feelings of relaxation). It also has dramatic effects on your heart muscle, making it beat much faster than normal (known as tachycardia). With that said, the spasms, tremors, and tachycardia are due to the release of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin. Most people do not have issues with these side effects, but some do. If you are taking ANY other medications, especially ones that affect your brain–spasms, tremors, and tachycardia can be greatly increased and could become life-threatening. Marijuana used alone is one thing, but mixing it with medications is very dangerous. Potheads will usually tell you “no, it’s not gonna hurt you” or “weed can be mixed with other drugs” but they are badly mistaken. I have smoked my share of weed while taking various medications and have had very bad reactions, (i.e. spasms, tremors, and tachycardia). My advice to you is to not mix MJ with other drugs, or better yet, not use MJ at all.

  4. silver girl on April 18th, 2009

    I have heard many times that marijuana may be linked to anxiety/panic attacks. I was shocked the first time I heard this – 5 yrs ago a doctor asked me if I’d smoked marijuana because I had an anxiety attack. He said it was a common “side effect” for people around 25-35, but I have since found MANY articles on the web relating to people of every age (as young as 12!). I don’t know if there is any validity to it, but I do know that having an anxiety attack, for any reason, can freak you out and scare the — out of you.

    Do a search using “marijuana and anxiety attack” or “panic attack” and you’ll find lots of varying information. Here’s a couple interesting articles . . .

    The best way to ease your mind is also to get checked out by a doctor – - just in case there is an actual physical condition you’re not aware of.

    Best of Luck!

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