Research Database

Sleep Research

What does cannabis research say about sleep? We've analyzed 1 peer-reviewed studies to give you an honest, evidence-based overview.

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219participants
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Evidence Grade
Limited Evidence

Limited research available for this condition.

Outcome Distribution

100%
Inconclusive
1 study100%

More research needed

* Outcomes are based on our curated selection of research reviews. Individual study quality varies.

Cannabinoids Studied

THC(1)

Study Types

Systematic Review (1)

Key Research Takeaways

0%
of studies show positive outcomes for sleep
THC
Most studied cannabinoid for this condition
219
Total participants across all studies
Evidence:
AStrong
BModerate
CEmerging
DLimited

About This Research Summary: The information below aggregates findings from multiple peer-reviewed studies on cannabis and sleep. This is for educational purposes only.

Research summaries are our interpretations of published studies. Individual responses to cannabis vary significantly. These findings do not guarantee similar results for any individual.

Study data sourced from PubMed®. Not evaluated by the FDA. See our Research Content Policy.

Research Reviews

1 study
C
Emerging Evidence
2020
Systematic Review

Cannabis for Insomnia: What the Research Actually Shows

Inconclusive

Despite some possible signals for efficacy, the heterogeneity and high risk of bias across included trials do not reliably inform evidence-based practice. High-quality RCTs are required before drawing conclusions about cannabinoid efficacy for insomnia.

219participants
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CNS Drugs
thc

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Qualifying Condition

Sleep May Qualify for Medical Marijuana

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Important Notices

Research Summary Disclaimer

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FDA Notice

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Cannabis is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The FDA has not approved cannabis for any medical condition except specific prescription medications.

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