Medical Marijuana Use in Louisiana Linked to Reduced Reliance on Prescription Painkillers, Study Finds
A new study published in Substance Use & Misuse details how medical marijuana is serving as a substitute for prescription painkillers in Louisiana.
Researchers from the University of Louisiana surveyed more than 2,000 medical marijuana patients, examining patterns of use, reasons for treatment, and the impact on prescription medication habits.
Patients reported significant pain reduction, with average scores dropping by 3.4 points on a ten-point scale.
- The findings show that those already taking prescription pain medications were 1.5 times more likely to use marijuana less frequently.
- Patients who had stopped using prescription painkillers were 26.5% more likely to increase their marijuana use.
No direct quotes available in the text.
Author's summary: Medical marijuana reduces painkiller use.
More News
- CHEFS (@chefs_podcast) - Instagram photos and videos
- Where the Chefs Eat: Skye McAlpine’s Venice
- Solidarity on Trial in Greece
- Spillcontrol – Spill Control
- Warriors 99-94 Cavaliers (Dec 6, 2025) Game Recap
- Over 4,000 gallons of oil and toxic wastewater spill in San Ardo
- Spill and pollution response
- Is London The Top City In The World For This Cuisine? These Chefs Say Yes
- Oil spills and technological cooperation for their prevention
- Golden State Warriors vs Cleveland Cavaliers regular season game: Full injury report, who's out, and more