With Fangs, your friends start to appear like strangers. Your heart starts to race, you are unable to catch a breathe and the room is spinning. No matter if you are an experienced marijuana user or a newbie, you can find yourself in a situation where you become too high.
This is happening because your high-THC joint (or bong, or pipe) has set off an anxiety reaction. THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the psychoactive component in cannabis. It can lead to erratic behaviour, fear and panic attacks as well as psychosis in large doses. You will get over it.
There are many who have been there before and made it out alive. Here are 10 tips on how they did it.
1. Don’t Panic
It’s okay, even if it feels like you are completely out of control. No one has ever died of a cannabis-related overdose. A recent study found that it would take 10,000 times as much THC to overdose. Remember that everything will be fine and keep breathing.
2. Hydrate
You can relieve your dry mouth by drinking cold water, juice, or soda. Peeled citrus fruits contain terpenes limonene and limonene that counteract THC’s effects. Add some to your drinks.
WARNINGS:
- Do not drink alcoholic beverages – they can significantly increase THC blood concentrations.
- You might find that caffeine helps you focus more if you drink coffee regularly. Avoid coffee if it makes you nervous or if you do not drink much of it.
Pepper Things Up
A British Journal of Pharmacology article states that the pepper plant has properties which make it useful in treating psychological disorders, such as anxiety. It is a good idea to use pepper for anxiety. Terpenoids In pepper, THC also creates a soothing effect. Some cannabis experts swear by the power of pepper. They say that sniffing it, eating peppery snacks, or chewing peppercorns can reduce a high.
4. Pistachios, Pine Nuts are good for you
These contain pinene which is a terpenenoid and counteracts THC.
5. Leave the Party
Sit quietly if you’re at a party where everyone seems to be on edge. Try to relax by breathing deeply (in and out) while listening to your favorite music, watching television, or even just keeping still.
6. Enjoy a Hike
A fresh breath of air and a new scenery will help you feel in control and regain concentration. Avoid densely wooded areas and busy roads. Take a hike with someone who’s not intoxicated if you feel extremely drunk. However, no running or heavy exercises. It is not a good idea to let your endorphins out, as this will make you even more ecstatic.
7. Pop A Pill
Ibuprofen, according to research, may be able to counteract the effects of THC. This is especially true when it comes memory and mental acuity. You can also use CBD capsules or tinctures to balance out the effects of THC.
8. Shower or Bathe
Relaxing in a warm bath or shower will also stop you from feeling the room spin. Many people recommend switching between cold and hot.
9. You can chat with a trusted friend
It can be enough to have someone talk to you on the phone or in person. You want someone to reassure you that they will return to their normal self in the morning.
10. You can call it a day (or night)
You can go to sleep, if all else fails and you have the energy. Sleeping it out is sometimes the only solution.
Understand Your Limitations
You should start slowly if you’re new to marijuana consumption. Vaping, dabbing, The following are some examples of how to get started: Ingesting They can cause reactions that you have never experienced before.
Eating a second chocolate brownie can make you feel even more anxious and panicky. You should always check the THC level of the edibles you are trying. For beginners, 5mg is the suggested dose. Before you consume a second cookie, it’s crucial to determine if the marijuana snickerdoodle contains one or four doses.
Do Not Get Behind The Wheel
This is not a step, but the very first one. Do not drive at all if your driving abilities are impaired in any way.