Discovering HHC: A New Face of Cannabis
- HHC, a synthetic cannabis, is currently available over the counter in France.
- The Minister of Health is considering banning hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) products.
- HHC is made in the laboratory from natural cannabis extracts.
Hexahydrocannabinol (HHC), you have probably heard of this mysterious name that is all the rage in the cannabis industry. But what do we really know about this new substance? What are its effects ? And why is the debate raging about it? We are going to tell you everything about this famous HHC.
What is the HHC?
HHC is a cannabis derivative, made in the laboratory from natural cannabis extracts. Very similar to THC, the psychoactive substance of cannabis, HHC has arrived in France and Europe for a few years, which means that we have little scientific perspective on its effects.
It is, in a way, a legal seal, because the HHC is sprayed on fleurs de cannabis . Currently, it is freely available for sale, but this status may change in the coming weeks as the Minister of Health has expressed his intention to ban HHC products.
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Effects of HHC
Like its cousin THC, HHC acts on the same receptors and its effects are considered similar to those of cannabis. Users report feelings of relaxation, euphoria, and even hallucinations. However, care should be taken as there may also be side effects, such as bad trip or anxiety disorders.
According to the European Monitoring Center for Drugs and Drug Addiction, HHC appears to have broadly similar effects to THC. This is why we can find on the market a range of attractive and varied products such as cannabis flowers and resin (hemp) with a low THC content, on which HHC has been sprayed or mixed, as well as vapers, e-liquids, e-liquid cartridges for electronic cigarettes and even edibles and oils.
Addiction risk
In terms of addiction, it is difficult to precisely characterize HHC because little scientific literature exists on this subject. However, if we assume that HHC exhibits the same effects as THC, it is likely that it also exhibits the same addiction mechanisms.
Thus, as the European Monitoring Center for Drugs and Drug Addiction points out, "HHC shares the pharmacological mechanism of action of the THC structure". This means that there could be a probable risk of addiction.
Conclusion
In conclusion, HHC is a relative newcomer to the cannabis world, which is generating both interest and controversy. Its current legality in France should not hide the questions about its long-term effects and its addictive potential, which remain largely to be studied. It is therefore crucial to remain informed and aware of the potential risks before consuming these products. The future of the HHC is uncertain, but one thing is certain: the history of cannabis is far from over!
Source of the article:
https://www.lepoint.fr/sante/hhc-ce-qu-il-faut-savoir-sur-le-cannabis-de-synthese-17-05-2023-2520473_40.php