Government Update
Statement from the FDA on Synthetic Marijuana
Significant Health Risk Warning - July 19, 2018
For Immediate Release:July 19, 2018
Statement From: Commissioner of Food and Drugs - Food and Drug Administration
Scott Gottlieb M.D.
"The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has become aware of reports of severe illnesses and deaths resulting from the use of synthetic cannabinoid (marijuana) products that have been contaminated with brodifacoum, a very long-acting anticoagulant commonly used in rat poison. These unapproved products are being sold in convenience stores and gas stations as substitutes for marijuana under names such as "K2" and "Spice." Use of these illegal products pose significant public health concerns for both individuals who may use the contaminated products and the U.S. blood supply, as there is the potential for contamination of blood products donated by those individuals who have used these substances."
