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  • Evidence-Based Guidelines
  • Cannabis Research

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  • Rapidly increasing cannabis use necessitates workplace guidelines.
  • Existing guidelines lack comprehensive recommendations for cannabis-related workplace issues.

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  • To develop an evidence-based guideline on cannabis use in the workplace.
  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of cannabis for work-related conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM) Guidelines methodology.
  • Conducted a systematic review of evidence regarding cannabis efficacy and adverse effects.

Main Results:

  • Limited evidence supports cannabis for multiple sclerosis spasticity.
  • No quality evidence supports cannabis for common work-related pain disorders (e.g., back pain, neuropathic pain).
  • Significant adverse effects include cancers, cardiovascular diseases, psychotic disorders, and safety risks; potential link to schizophrenia is a growing concern.

Conclusions:

  • Cannabis is not recommended for treating typical work-related conditions.
  • Individuals in safety-sensitive positions should avoid cannabis use for any purpose.