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A new study out of Colorado has found that regular cannabis users may require more than two times the standard level of sedation when undergoing routine medical procedures. Because sedative medications typically have dose-dependent side effects, this trend is especially concerning, and further research is needed to understand the metabolic effects of cannabis. However, as the legalization of medical and recreational cannabis has naturally led to more widespread use, researchers are able to gather more meaningful data in hopes to find better care management solutions.

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