special subjects
Marijuana (Cannabis)
Treatment of Marijuana Intoxication
Supportive measures Treatment of marijuana intoxication is usually unnecessary; for patients experiencing significant discomfort, treatment is supportive. Patients with cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome may require IV fluids and antiemetics (anecdotal reports suggesthaloperidoland topicalcapsaicinare effective). The definitive treatment of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome is the cessation of marijuana use. Management of abuse typically consists of behavioral therapy in an outpatient drug treatment program. 