It’s cheap and has code names like “Happy Hour,” “Spice” and “K2.”

But it can no longer be found in stores.

The New York State Health Department banned the sale of synthetic pot on Thursday, after doctors and politicians raised concerns over the chemicals and side effects of the pot-like product.

Last week, New York State Health Commissioner Dr. Nirav Shah warned doctors that chemicals in the pot-like product have had serious health effects on users, death and acute renal failure. Read More