CBN Tincture Benefits - Sleep Aid, Pain Relief & More

CBN (cannabinol) is one of the cannabinoids found in cannabis plants. It’s gaining popularity for its amazing health benefits. CBN is a degranant of THC. In other words, it’s prepared when THC is exposed to air and heat. CBN has a mild psychoactive response—much less than THC and more than CBD. If you are interested in using a CBN tincture or oil, it’s important to learn about the potential benefits of the cannabinoid.

CBN For Sleep

Some anecdotal evidence suggests that CBN delivers sedative effects. Many companies are selling CBN-based products as a sleep aid. Sleep problems are among the most common health issues in Americans. The CDC estimates that about 70 million people in the United States experience chronic sleep problems.


A small study conducted in 1975 suggested that CBN is a sedative cannabinoid. Researchers examined the effects of CBN in conjunction with THC on 5 subjects.

CBD Tincture

One of the major reasons why patients with sleep problems prefer CBN is that it’s available in old cannabis. It comes from exposing THCA (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid) air for longer duration. It’s believed that aged cannabis provides sedative effects.


If you want to use CBN for sleep, always be on the safe side. Use it on a non-working night and see the effects. Monitor the side-effects closely, if you don’t notice any, increase the dosage to get the desired results.

Other Benefits

CBN isn’t a well-researched chemical compound like CBD and THC. Based on limited research, here are some health benefits of CBN-

Pain Management

CBN has shown to regulate the immune system and ease pain and inflammation in rats. Moreover, it may be able to reduce pain associated with medical conditions such as fibromyalgia and arthritis.

Appetite Stimulation

Loss of appetite is one of the potential side-effects of cancer chemotherapy. Additionally, patients with HIV/AIDS also experience this issue. According to a rodent study, CBN boosted  appetite.

Antibacterial Properties

In a 2008 study, researchers checked how CBN affects the Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), an infection associated with Staphylococcus (staph) bacteria.

Beginners’ Guide to Use CBN Products

Since there’s not much research available on CBN, there's no known risks associated with this cannabis compound. But, that doesn’t mean that CBN is free from any side-effects. Start with a low dose initially and see the effects.


Children and pregnant & breastfeeding ladies should avoid using CBN tinctures or oils as no research is available on how CBN affects them. It’s good to talk to a licensed doctor before using any CBN-based products.


If you are taking any medications, avoid mixing them with CBN. Research says that CBD may interact with certain medications, especially the ones that come with a grapefruit warning. Although we don’t have much details on how CBN interacts with medications, still you should avoid combining CBN with antibiotics, blood thinners, anti-cancer medications, ED medications, etc.


Most importantly, select the right CBN-based products right for your medical condition. This is because CBN products aren’t regulated by the FDA. Check the label carefully before buying a CBN tincture, oil, etc.


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