A new survey of more than 3,500 patients suggests medical cannabis could significantly reduce reliance on traditional prescription drugs, including opioids, sleeping aids and antidepressants. The study, conducted by German telehealth firm Bloomwell, found patients reduced their use of medications by an average of 84.5 percent after starting medical marijuana, with nearly 59 percent stopping entirely.

Notably, 61 percent of former opioid users reported quitting completely, while over 75 percent of patients using sleep medications were able to stop. Many participants also reported fewer side effects and improved wellbeing.

Researchers say the findings highlight cannabis as a potential alternative treatment, particularly for patients seeking to avoid the adverse effects of conventional drugs. Full details are available via the original report on Marijuana Moment.