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CBN (cannabinol): what the research says

Formed when THC oxidises (old cannabis is CBN-rich). Weakly intoxicating — about a tenth of THC's potency at CB1. Sold here as isolate and in gummies.

How it interacts with receptors

Weak partial agonist at CB1 and CB2; TRPA1 agonist; its 11-hydroxy metabolite is considerably more active at CB1 than CBN itself (Sydney 2024 rat work).

What human research reports

First placebo-controlled trial (293 adults with poor sleep, 7 nights): 20 mg CBN reduced night-time awakenings and overall sleep disturbance vs placebo, with no next-day fatigue (Bonn-Miller 2024). A 1975 volunteer study found CBN increased THC's sedative effect (Karniol 1975).

Animal and cell research

EEG study in rats (University of Sydney, 2024) showed CBN increased both REM and non-REM sleep — the first objective sleep data.

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Sources

1. Bonn-Miller MO, et al. A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study of the safety and effects of CBN with and without CBD on sleep quality. Exp Clin Psychopharmacol 2024;32:277-84.
2. Karniol IG, et al. Effects of delta9-tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabinol in man. Pharmacology 1975;13:502-12.
3. University of Sydney Lambert Initiative, 2024 — CBN increases sleep in rats (Neuropsychopharmacology).

Published research, summarised for education — not medical advice. Talk to a licensed clinician about your own situation.