Spice drugs: los cannabinoides como nuevas drogas de diseño
Adicciones September 1, 2009 Cristina Mustata, Marta Torrens, Ricardo Pardo et al. 33 citations
Since 2004, herbal smoking blends sold under the brand Spice drugs have been available online and in smart shops, advertised as aromatic incense not for human use. Users report effects similar to cannabis, and forensic analyses have identified potent synthetic cannabinoid agonists such as JWH-018, CP 47497, JWH-073, and HU-210 in these products. Very little data exist on their pharmacological properties in animals, and no information on their toxicity is available. Their pharmacology, toxicology, and safety in humans remain largely unknown, with only user reports from Internet forums. Neither the plant ingredients nor the identified cannabinoids are listed in the UN 1961 or 1971 controlled substance conventions. Some countries have recently taken legal action to prohibit or control these products.