Cannabidiol is used in the treatment of epilepsy.
How Cannabidiol Works It is not known exactly how Cannabidiol reduces the number of seizures in individuals. During a seizure, the brain sends atypical electrical signals. Cannabidiol may act on specific pathways in the brain to prevent these signals from initiating and spreading.
Common side effects of cannabidiol include sleepiness, diarrhea, decreased appetite, increased liver enzymes, tiredness, weakness, rash, and sleep disorders.