What Are the Differences Between CBD and CBN
                     What Are the Differences 
Between CBD and CBN? 
What are their Benefits, 
Uses, and Side Effects
What are CBN and CBD, and 
how are they comparable?
In short, CBN is not the same as CBD. However, 
there are some resemblances:
•Both are active chemicals in the cannabis 
plant. 
•Also, both interact with your endocannabinoid 
system. 
CBD: Benefits, 
effects, and uses
Benefits:
•Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
•Anti-seizure (such as the medication Epidiolex)
•Anti-anxiety and anti-depressant
•Anti-nausea and vomiting
•Analgesic (pain relief)
Effects:
CBD has been thought to provide an overall sense of calm. 
CBD can mellow out feelings of anxiety and paranoia, which 
has shown to be helpful in balancing the intoxicating effects 
of THC.
CBN: Benefits, 
effects, and uses
Benefits:
•Relieving pain
•Stimulating appetite
•Promoting restful sleep
Effects:
CBN also binds to the CB1 receptor. Just like CBD, it 
doesn’t bind nearly as tightly as THC. This explains why many 
people refer to CBN as the “THC without the high.” It also 
explains why there are overlapping effects, like in sleep. 
CBD vs. CBN: Side 
effects 
CBD and CBD have similar common side effects:
•Drowsiness 
•Sleepiness (more so for CBN)
•Dizziness
•Nausea and vomiting
What’s the difference 
between CBD and CBN?
•CBD has been extensively studied, while the 
research on CBN is still preliminary. 
•Research supports the use of CBD for anxiety 
and pain relief over CBN.
•CBD and CBN have been investigated for sleep. 
However, if used alone, CBN is preferred to CBD 
for sleep. 
Conclusion 
As cannabis persists to become more widely used, it 
is important to know the distinctions between these 
cannabinoids and other elements of the cannabis 
plant. Each does its own purpose for optimizing our 
health and well-being. If you have any questions, 
discuss the prospect of using CBD and CBN with a 
healthcare provider who is familiar with using 
cannabis medicine. You can work together to see if it 
is the right fit for you.
Information source
chronictherapy.com.au