Report an Adverse Reaction
Experiencing an unexpected or uncomfortable reaction to your medical cannabis? Reporting helps us investigate product issues, coordinate with dispensaries and manufacturers, and protect the broader patient community.
Experiencing a serious reaction right now?
If you have any of the following symptoms, seek emergency care immediately — do not wait to fill out this form.
Your report makes a difference
Even mild reactions can signal product-level issues. Reporting helps us investigate, follow up, and protect every patient in the program.
Identify Product Issues
Your report helps determine whether a reaction is isolated or part of a broader batch or product-level concern that may affect other patients.
Enable Accountability
We can contact the dispensary or grower-processor on your behalf, request investigation, and escalate to the PA Department of Health when warranted.
Protect Other Patients
Aggregate reports help identify patterns and improve safety standards across the Pennsylvania medical marijuana program for every patient.
Your health is our priority. Thank you for taking a moment to report what happened. Every report is reviewed, and your information helps keep this program safer for everyone.
Common adverse reactions
Not sure if what you experienced qualifies? Here's what patients commonly report. When in doubt, report it — we'd rather know.
Reaction Severity Guide
This is not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for persistent or worsening symptoms.
- Dizziness or lightheadedness — especially when standing quickly
- Increased anxiety or racing thoughts — more common with high-THC products
- Dry mouth / dry eyes — very common, usually manageable
- Nausea or stomach discomfort — may relate to dosage or method
- Headache — can occur with certain terpene profiles or overconsumption
- Unusual taste or odor — may indicate a product quality issue
- Chest pain or heart palpitations — especially if sustained or worsening
- Difficulty breathing or wheezing — may indicate allergic reaction
- Swelling of face, lips, or throat — anaphylaxis risk, call 911
- Severe confusion or disorientation — beyond typical effects
- Persistent vomiting — may indicate cannabinoid hyperemesis
- Loss of consciousness or fainting — seek emergency care immediately
What happens next
We take every report seriously. Here's how we handle your submission from start to finish.
Team Review
Our team reviews your report — typically the same or next business day. We assess severity, check for similar reports, and identify next steps.
Follow-Up Contact
We may reach out for additional details — batch/lot numbers, product photos, a more detailed symptom timeline, or permission to escalate.
Dispensary / Manufacturer Coordination
With your consent, we contact the dispensary and/or grower-processor to investigate the issue, request batch testing, or flag a product concern.
Resolution & Guidance
We'll share any findings with you and provide guidance — whether that's a product swap recommendation, dosage adjustment, or clinical follow-up referral.
What to include in your report
The more detail you provide, the faster we can investigate. Don't worry if you don't have everything — start with what you know.
Privacy & Confidentiality
Your information is handled with care and only shared as needed to investigate the reported issue — always with your consent. If you prefer anonymous follow-up to the extent possible, let us know in the form notes. We comply with all applicable HIPAA privacy requirements.
Adverse Reaction Report Form
Complete the form below with as much detail as you have. Include product name, brand, batch/lot number, purchase location, and symptom timeline.
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