Short-Term Studies

Cannabinoids Show Short-Term Promise for Sleep Apnea, But Evidence Remains Too Thin for Clinical Use

By Benjamin Caplan, MD

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March 26, 2026

7 Min Read

A cannabinoids sleep apnea systematic review shows mostly positive short-term outcomes, including reduced apnea hypopnea index and improved daytime sleepiness. However, adverse events occurred in 70-80% of participants, raising safety concerns. The…