PRIMARY STUDY

Safety and Efficacy of Cannabis in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Key Findings:  This study aimed to assess the safety and efficacy of cannabidiol use in patients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and found it to be safe and supports its potential therapeutic use, however long-term safety evidence was lacking.

Type of Study:  Meta-analysis

Study Sample Size:  188

Study Result:  Positive

Study Location(s):  United States

Year of Pub:  2020


Cannabinoids Studied:  Cannabidiol (CBD)

Phytocannabinoid Source:  Unspecified

Chemotype:  Chemotype III