Marijuana and hyperthermia

Author(s): Bey, T. A., Ruschke, D. S., Benowitz, N. L.

Journal/Book: J Toxicol-Clin Toxicol. 1996; 34: 270 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016. Marcel Dekker Inc. 217-221.

Abstract: Background: Animal and human laboratory studies suggest marijuana may cause hyperthermia. However, there are no clinical case reports of life-threatening hyperthermia associated with use of marijuana alone. Case Report: We report a patient who developed severe hyperthermia after smoking a marijuana cigarette and jogging on a warm day. He presented with delirium; hot, red, dry skin; and a rectal temperature of 41.7 degrees C. Historical and laboratory data indicated he had used cannabinoids and no other drugs. This is the first report of life-threatening hyperthermia temporally associated with use of marijuana alone.

Note: Article TA Bey, Sect Emergency Med, 1501 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA

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