Clinical Presentation of Intoxication Due to Synthetic Cannabinoids

Synthetic cannabinoids are relatively novel substances of abuse. The use of these compounds among adolescents and young adults has been increasing, making it important for pediatric providers to be familiar with the presenting signs and symptoms of intoxication. We describe three case presentations of reported synthetic cannabinoid intoxication and provide a brief discussion of these compounds. Pediatrics 2012;129:e1064-e1067