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Synthetic marijuana, marketed as K2 or Spice, is an herbal substance sold as an incense or smoking material that remains legal in the United States. The products contain one or more synthetic compounds that behave similarly to the marijuana and THC.<\/p>\n
Marinol also includes the active ingredient in marijuana and is sometimes prescribed to HIV positive people to increase appetite and stimulate weight gain. It has been used to reduce pain symptoms. \u00a0The drug is also known to be unpredictable – it work on some people but not others, causing nausea and vomiting. \u00a0Sometimes it does nothing at all.<\/p>\n
We do not have any data that suggest taking synthetic THC or Marinol can increase your CD4 count.\u00a0 Taking any of these drugs increases your appetite and therefore gives you more energy. \u00a0And the more energy you have the better you feel. \u00a0If you do decide to take Marinol, then you need to speak to your doctor or health care services regarding this matter.<\/p>\n
Your CD4 count is a surrogate marker for your health. \u00a0By keep your viral load to ‘undetectable’ level, your CD4 count will go up. This is key to your well being.\u00a0 Do make sure that you take your medication on time (which also includes diet restriction). \u00a0A healthy diet and some exercises can also make you feel better.<\/p>\n