A major risk of using an herbal preparation containing synthetic cannabinoids is
A) the cannabinoids may interact with the herbs, resulting in toxicity.
B) synthetic cannabinoids are slower-acting, so often too much is taken before the user realizes it.
C) higher potency and possibility of super-concentrations or hot spots; areas where drug is more concentrated in the formula.
D) synthetic cannabinoids have a higher addiction potential.

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Synthetic cannabinoids often have higher potency and can be distributed unevenly within the herbal preparation, leading to super-concentrations or hot spots where the drug is more concentrated in the formula. This greatly increases the risk of overdose and potentially dangerous side effects.

A Major Risk of Using an Herbal Preparation Containing Synthetic