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Acute psychosis after ”puff bar” use

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This case report describes a 15-year-old boy who developed severe psychotic symptoms and EKG changes after using synthetic cannabis via "puff bars". The patient had consumed the substance for eight weeks for his sleep disturbances. His EKG showed a prolonged QTc and he became increasingly agitated and psychotic during admission. Intensive treatment with lorazeapm and antipsychotic medication resulted in reduced symptoms. This case highlights the importance of collaboration between psychiatry and somatic care, and careful monitoring of cardiovascular risks associated with synthetic cannabinoid use.

Source: Ugeskrift for Læger

DOI: 10.61409/v08240501

Authors: Farshid Monshizadeh Tehrani, Jimmi Badawey

Institutions: Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet

Language: English

Topic: Forensic Toxicology and Drug Analysis

Subfield: Toxicology

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4407142992