Which of the following is a common effect of cannabis use?

• A. Hypotension
• B. Increased appetite
• C. Confusion
• D. Nystagmus

Answer: (B)

Cannabis commonly increases appetite because THC activates brain circuits that regulate hunger and reward. When THC binds to cannabinoid receptors in the hypothalamus, it lowers the drive to suppress eating and enhances the pleasure of food, making meals feel more appealing. This combination—hunger signaling amplified plus food being more rewarding—produces the well-known “munchies” that many users report, even after modest amounts.

Other effects can occur, but they aren’t as consistently observed. It’s not typical for cannabis to cause hypotension as a hallmark effect; if anything, tachycardia and some lightheadedness or orthostatic changes are more common with use. Confusion can occur at higher doses or in sensitive individuals, but it’s less typical than increased appetite. Nystagmus is not a characteristic feature of cannabis intoxication.