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Case Report Highlighting Cardiovascular Effects of Concomitant Use of Methamphetamine and Marijuana

Sophia Fontana1, Ladan Panahi1, George Udeani1

  • 1Pharmacy Practice, Texas A&M University, Kingsville, USA.

Cureus
|September 16, 2022
PubMed

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This case report details a patient with cardiovascular complications from chronic methamphetamine and cannabis use. It highlights cardiotoxicity, including heart failure and hypercoagulable state, from this drug combination.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Toxicology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Cardiotoxicity from chronic methamphetamine use is documented.
  • Cardiovascular effects of cannabis, especially in combination with methamphetamine, are not well-established.
  • Increasing interest in medical marijuana necessitates understanding its adverse effects.

Observation:

  • A 51-year-old male presented with cardiovascular complications.
  • The patient exhibited cardiotoxicity, including congestive heart failure (CHF) exacerbation, a hypercoagulable state, and electrolyte abnormalities.
  • These complications arose in the context of chronic methamphetamine and cannabis use.

Findings:

  • The case demonstrates significant cardiotoxicity associated with the simultaneous use of methamphetamine and cannabis.
  • Observed effects included acute to chronic congestive heart failure (CHF) exacerbation, hypercoagulable state, and electrolyte imbalances.
  • This highlights a potential adverse effect profile for combined drug use.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the need for further research into the cardiovascular risks of combined methamphetamine and cannabis use.
  • Understanding the toxicity profile is crucial given the increasing use of marijuana, even for medical purposes.
  • The findings are relevant to clinical practice and public health, especially concerning poly-substance abuse patterns.

Keywords:
cannabiscardiotoxicitychfcongestive heart failuremarijuanamethamphetaminetachycardia

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