Among respondents that had replaced a drug with cannabidiol (CBD), over-the-counter or prescription anti-anxiety drugs were the most commonly replaced. Over 41 percent of respondents indicated replacing each with CBD. Prescription sleep medication was the least commonly replaced.
Prescription and over-the-counter drugs replaced by cannabidiol (CBD) in the United States in 2021
Data represents only current consumers who said they have completely replaced a medication.
Method of interview
Online survey
Supplementary notes
Multiple answers were possible.
Respondents were provided by survey suppliers such as DISQO and Publishers Clearing House and were randomly selected. Respondents were paid for participation.
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