1. Black Mamba andSpice is a Class B drug If you are found in Black Mamba and Spice are products that,possession the maximum penalty is 5 yearswhen smoked, are made to feel like the in prison and/or an unlimited fine.effects of Cannabis. They are man-made andSpicebrought into the UK from other countries.Intent to supply or Supply can get you up to14 years in prison and/or an unlimited fine.Chemicals are sprayed onto plants to make a AM-2201 and Oleamide the substances insmoking mixture. The most commonly used Black Mamba are not currently controlled chemicals in the UK at present are JWH in the UK 018 (on Spice) and AM-2201 and Oleamide (on Black Mamba.) Due to these products being imported intothe UK the labels may not represent what is Spice comes in packaging similar to that actually inside the packaging shown and includes brands such as Spice Gold, Spice Silver, Spice Diamond, If you are found to have any unauthorised Amsterdam Gold, or Devils Weed.article in your possession in HMP Hatfield, you will be placed on report. ConsiderationThese drugs should not be confused with will always be given as to your suitability forthe real Cannabis called Black Mamba orOpen Conditions.with the Black Mamba product aimed atbody builders these are completelyIf you are found to have a large quantity or different drugs to be dealing, you may be prosecuted.(Please refer to the Notice to PrisonersThe Black Mamba shown has nothing on the Legal Highs July 2011 for further packaging informing what the ingredients information.)are. The product looks like light greenherbal matter, with no stalks or leaves.What are the effects? What are they? The law and consequences in prison Substance Misuse Team - HMP Hatfield Substance Misuse Team - HMP HatfieldSubstance Misuse Team - HMP Hatfield

2. Within minutes hallucinations and Most users agree that it takes one or twoThere is no safe dose. Almost all packagesuncomfortable distortions in reality may be days to feel normal again after using Blackstate Not for Human Consumption. experienced. Loss of control over parts of Mamba and Spice. Paranoia, depression,If you are going to smoke Spice products or the body occurs and some people may fall anxiety, nausea, irritability, mood changes,Black Mamba use far less than a like for likeover. This may be dangerousappetite disturbances, weight loss, sweating, measure of skunk. They are a lot stronger.shaking and sleeping problems have all beenAs with most drugs, smoking in a joint The heart may beat very quickly and some reported side effects and withdrawal poses fewer health risks than pipes orusers experience panic attacks. symptoms.bongs. BBVs (Blood Bourne Viruses) and Cravings are very common so it is very likelyhealth problems are more likely from using aThe drugs may cause breathing difficultiesthat these drugs are mentally addictive.pipe or bong. See the Substance Misuse and a very tight feeling in the chest, likeDependence may be influenced by the Team for further information, or healthcareyour lungs are pumped up. Some users got aamount used and how often its taken. It isif you require testing for BBVs. severe rash and/or vomited which caused thought that tolerance develops so themore breathing difficultieslonger you take it, the more you need to getthe effect. These effects can last for half an hour orThe long term risks are unknown, however Further Information so before the more desirable cannabis-likethey may cause problems with the heart andeffects are experienced (relaxation, liver amongst many other issues.This leaflet is based on the most recent appreciation of music, making the worldPsychotic illnesses are a real danger.evidence available so if you have anyseem a little less dull etc.) Experts are concerned that these questions or want advice or informationEffects seem to wear off after 11/2 to 2substances may be more dangerous thanplease see Jane or Tracey in the Substancehours if smoked in a bong. Effects should be cannabis due to the way that they are made,Misuse offices on A and B unit shorter-lived if smoked in a joint. the chemicals in them and the quantity used. It is also unknown how these substances willPeople have been taken to hospital after mix with other drugs used such as alcohol References:use. It appears to be at least as addictive as and cannabis. This may make it moreInformation taken from User accounts, Lifeline, Talk tocannabis. dangerous. Frank, timesonline.co.uk, guardian.co.uk,stoneforums.com and smokingblendreviews.comWhat are the risks?How much should you use?Substance Misuse Team - HMP HatfieldSubstance Misuse Team - HMP HatfieldSubstance Misuse Team - HMP Hatfield