How do you counsel older adults regarding the use, dosing, and safety of CBD-containing products for insomnia?

When counseling older adults on CBD use for insomnia, I usually explain that evidence for safety and effectiveness is limited. Most products are not FDA-approved, and their labeling, purity, and dosing can be inconsistent. It’s important to review the patient’s comorbidities and medications closely,...

I tell people there is no great data to support the effectiveness of CBD-containing products for insomnia. I also tell them to avoid THC-containing products, since there is good data to suggest harm with respect to cognition and risk of falls.