Antidepressants and CBD Oil Interaction

In a recent review of data, the New York Times that 25 million Americans have been on antidepressants for at least two years, a 60% increase from 2010. While antidepressants have helped millions of people, their efficacy as a long-term solution for managing depression and anxiety is debated due to users experiencing unwanted side effects and having difficulty getting off the medication.

CBD oil shares many beneficial qualities with antidepressants without producing the same potential for negative side effects. The CBD improves sleep quality, reduces anxiety, and improves general mood. In fact, some people find that after a period of adjusting to the right dosage of CBD oil they are able to reduce, or even altogether remove, the use of antidepressants.

If you’ve considered transitioning from antidepressants to CBD oil, or are thinking about combining the two, here’s what you need to know.