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Medicines cannabidiolQuestion & answer

cannabidiol · Medicine question

Can alcohol increase the sleepiness and sedation caused by cannabidiol?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Yes, alcohol can increase the sleepiness and sedation caused by cannabidiol (Epidyolex).

Sources for this answer

Epidyolex 100 mg/ml oral solutionJazz Pharmaceuticals Research UK Limited · emc · SmPC §4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use · Version 11Document updated 18 June 2026

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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