Consumer Education Materials.

WHAT IS THC & CBD? THC and CBD are the two main compounds found in the cannabis plant. These compounds are called cannabinoids. There are over 85 cannabinoids in cannabis, but THC and CBD are the most abundantly researched.

THC Is the cannabinoid typically attributed to the plant’s psychoactive effects

CBD Is the minimally psychoactive cannabinoid that may relieve anxiety, inflammation, and more

SAFE TECHNIQUES FOR PROPER USE OF CANNABIS, DOSING, DURATION & FORMS OF CONSUMPTION Start Low & Go Slow

Proper dosing of cannabis will vary by consumer. Consumers with limited cannabis experience should begin with no more than 5 mg of THC per serving and adhere to these general consumption guidelines before consuming more:

Mode of Administration Timing of onset & effects Time of peak effects Duration of effects

Vaporization or Smoking (i.e. pre-rolls or flower) 60-120 seconds 15-30 minutes 2-3 hours

Edibles

(Oral Administration i.e. gummies, candies, beverages, etc.) 45-90 minutes 2-6 hours 4-12 hours

Note: There is considerable individual variability from individual to individual. Factors including, but not limited to, weight of the individual, experience with cannabis, potency of the products, strain of the products, cannabinoid ratio, and as described above, the form of consumption can all contribute to an individual’s experience and lead to different experiences between individuals.

ALCOHOL Do not consume cannabis and cannabis products and/or marijuana-infused products while under the influence of alcohol.

ANXIETY & PARANOIA Anxiety and paranoia may accompany over-consumption. If you are experiencing any feelings of anxiety and paranoia, stay calm and remain in a comfortable, safe environment. The effects will pass with time. Seek medical attention if desired.

LIMITATIONS ON POSSESSION, USAGE, STORAGE, CHILDREN

& PETS Individuals aged 21 years and older in Connecticut may store up to 5 ounces of cannabis in a locked container at home or transport it in a locked glovebox or trunk and possess up to 1.5 ounces of cannabis. Never use cannabis in any form around children. Always store all cannabis and cannabis products in a locked container in an area that is out of sight and reach of children and pets. Keep cannabis in the child-resistant packaging from our store. Secondhand cannabis smoke contains THC and other chemicals that can affect the health of children. THC in any amount can be toxic to pets, particularly to small mammals and dogs.

If you think a child may have ingested cannabis, call the local Poison Control Center at 800-222-1222. If you think a child needs immediate medical help, call 911

MARIJUANA

& PREGNANCY If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or plan to become pregnant soon, leading doctors’ organizations recommend that you do not use marijuana. Smoking marijuana or consuming edible cannabis products can expose your baby to potentially harmful substances.

MARIJUANA

& DRIVING Driving under the influence of cannabis or cannabis products is a crime. Cannabis can impair your driving skills by slowing your reaction time, coordination, and concentration and may increase your risk of getting into a car crash. Remember, if you feel different, you drive differently.

TOLERANCE

DEPENDENCE & WITHDRAWAL Some people who use marijuana long term and are trying to quit report mild withdrawal symptoms that make quitting difficult. Some people may also experience addiction and show the signs and symptoms of drug abuse:

Neglecting responsibilities at work, school, or home due to drug use

Using drugs under dangerous conditions or taking risks while high

Building up a drug tolerance

Causing problems in relationships

Taking drugs to avoid or relieve withdrawal symptoms

Abandoning enjoyed activities

Losing control over drug use, feeling powerless to stop

If you or someone you know needs help with substance abuse, help is available.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE, CANNABIS USE DISORDER

OPPORTUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS Some people who use marijuana may experience addition and show the signs and symptoms of drug abuse, in addition to the signs and symptoms described above additional signs and symptoms of substance abuse may include, but are not necessarily limited to:

Using more cannabis than intended

Trying but failing to quit using cannabis

Spending a lot of time using cannabis

Craving cannabis

Using cannabis even though it causes problems at home, school, or work

Continuing to use cannabis despite social or relationship problems

Giving up important activities with friends and family in favor of using cannabis

Using cannabis in high-risk situations, such as while driving a car

Continuing to use cannabis despite physical or psychological problems

Needing to use more cannabis to get the same high

If you or someone you know needs help with substance abuse, or suffers from Cannabis Use Disorder, help is available. Call 1-800-563-4086 or see the list of helpful websites and links below for additional resources, including the health and safety section of the Be In The Know webpage developed by Connecticut’s Department of Mental Health and Addition Services found here: https://beintheknowct.org/health-and-safety/

IMPORTANT

REGULATIONS You may not sell marijuana to any other individual.

RULES OF CONSUMPTION You can consume marijuana and/or marijuana infused products in a private space where smoking and/or vaping are allowed. Smoking in public is prohibited by state and local laws.

DISPOSING OF CANNABIS

Keep your home a safe environment! It’s important to know how to safely dispose of cannabis, cannabis products and cannabis waste. These items may contain high levels of THC and can be dangerous to both children and animals if ingested. Follow these tips to safely dispose of cannabis waste:

Be sure to clean up after using marijuana, including ground flower, crumbs, stems, lighters and matches.

Cannabis waste includes all types of used cannabis. It also includes materials and packaging that has come into contact with cannabis.

Cannabis waste should be mixed with other waste material, like coffee grounds or kitty litter, so it can’t be used.

The waste mixture should be in a taped and sealed container, like an empty yogurt cup, and thrown into regular trash.

If cannabis packaging is recyclable, throw EMPTY and CLEAN containers away with other recyclables.

If the packaging is not recyclable, throw the EMPTY package away with the regular trash.

Do not flush cannabis products or packaging down the sink or toilet.

Additional information is available at: https://beintheknowct.org/health-and-safety/

RULES OF TRAVELING Never drive under the influence. Keep your cannabis in a secure area of your vehicle, out of reach of the driver and passengers. Stay in Connecticut - do not cross state lines with marijuana.

POSSESSION An individual, 21 years of age or older, may possess up to 1.5 ounces of cannabis.

This product has not been analyzed or approved by the FDA. There is limited information on the side effects of using this product, and there may be associated health risks. Marijuana use during pregnancy and breast-feeding may pose potential harms. It is against the law to drive or operate a vehicle under the influence of Marijuana and machinery should not be operated when under the influence of Marijuana. KEEP THIS PRODUCT AWAY FROM CHILDREN.” There may be health risks associated with consumption of this product. Marijuana can impair concentration, coordination, and judgment. The intoxicating effects of edible products may be delayed by two hours or more. In case of accidental ingestion, contact poison control hotline 1-800-222-1222. This product may be illegal outside of CT.

Helpful Websites and Links:

Accidental Ingestion: https://portal.ct.gov/cannabis/Knowledge-Base/Articles/Education-and-Prevention/Accidental-Ingestion

Safe Disposal: https://portal.ct.gov/cannabis/Knowledge-Base/Articles/Education-and-Prevention/Safe-Disposal

Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS): https://portal.ct.gov/cannabis/Knowledge-Base/Articles/Education-and-Prevention/Cannabinoid-Hyperemesis-Syndrome

Be In The Know CT: https://beintheknowct.org/

Connecticut Department of Public Health: Cannabis Health Statistics: https://portal.ct.gov/DPH/Health-Education-Management--Surveillance/Cannabis/Cannabis-Health-Statistics

Getting it Right from the Start: Cannabis Product Fact Sheet: https://gettingitrightfromthestart.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cannabis-products.pdf

National Institute of Drug Abuse - Is Marijuana Addictive?: https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/marijuana/marijuana-addictive

National Institute of Drug Abuse - What is Marijuana: https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/marijuana/what-marijuana

National Institutes of Health - Cannabis (Marijuana) and Cannabinoids: What You Need to Know: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/cannabis-marijuana-and-cannabinoids-what-you-need-to-know

U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory: Marijuana Use and the Developing Brain: https://www.hhs.gov/surgeongeneral/reports-and-publications/addiction-and-substance-misuse/advisory-on-marijuana-use-and-developing-brain/index.html

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): Know the Risks of Marijuana: https://www.samhsa.gov/marijuana

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Marijuana and Public Health: https://www.cdc.gov/marijuana/index.htm