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. 2024 Dec 24:1753495X241307415. Online ahead of print. doi: 10.1177/1753495X241307415

Table 3.

Differentiating cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome from hyperemesis gravidarum.

Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome Hyperemesis gravidarum
  • Severe cyclic nausea and vomiting

  • Onset of symptoms at any gestational age

  • Poor response to anti-emetic treatment

  • Temporary relief of symptoms with hot bathing

  • History of regular cannabis use

  • Resolution with cannabis cessation

  • Abdominal pain

  • Severe cyclic nausea and/or vomiting

  • Onset of symptoms before 16 weeks’ gestation

  • Usually responds to anti-emetic treatment