The Irish Medical Organisation is warning parents about the dangers of their children eating cannabis jellies.
Temple Street Hospital in Dublin says the problem has worsened this year, describing it as a 'new phenomenon'.
Six children under 10 have been hospitalised in the past six months, after eating large amounts of the jellies.
Some needed intensive care, and Dr Denis McCauley, from the IMO, says he has "grave concerns" about children taking the products as they can be fatal.
"They can have very significant psychological effects and are particularly dangerous substances. They have an immediate effect on the level of consciousness and coordination and excessive use can lead to unconsciousness and death", according to Dr McCauley.
