Investigation of the toxic dose of ingested delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol among young children

Abstract Background: Ingestion of delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ8THC) by young children is recognized as a public health concern and is commonly encountered by healthcare providers; however, a better understanding of Δ8THC toxicity in this age group is needed. The objective of this study is to investigate the relationship between body weight-based doses of ingested Δ8THC and clinical outcomes among children < 6 years old. Methods: Using data from the National Poison Data System, we analyzed single-substance Δ8THC ingestions reported to United