Advisory: Cannabidiol (CBD) Potential Harm, Side Effects, and Unknowns

Publication Date: February 2023

This advisory introduces readers to cannabidiol (CBD), how it is derived, and how it differs from delta-9 THC and other cannabinoids. The advisory focuses on the risks and harms of CBD, especially those sold over the counter. This advisory also clarifies common misconceptions about CBD, given its broad availability and marketing for several medical conditions despite limited evidence of efficacy.

View advisory: https://store.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/pep22-06-04-003.pdf