Cannabinoids and Symptomatic Bradycardia

Abstract

Cannabinoids, the bioactive components of marijuana, have adverse cardiovascular consequences, including symptomatic sinus bradycardia, sinus arrest and ventricular asystole. Physicians should be aware of these deleterious consequences which can appear in otherwise healthy persons who are chronic marijuana users.

Keywords: Cannabinoids; Heart; Sinus bradycardia; Syncope.