Cannabis use experience of patients with chronic disease after revisions to the cannabis legalization regulations: a mixed-methods study in primary care settings in the south of Thailand

Eleven patients were interviewed, and 124 patients participated in the cross-sectional study. Most of the participants were male, married, and identified as Buddhist. Many patients believed that cannabis could improve their health, while fewer considered it a threat to their health. In general, the patients viewed cannabis as a way to enhance their quality of life and treat chronic diseases. Some patients embraced the principles of CAM. They primarily used cannabis tea daily to manage diabetes or hypertension, with their approaches being more complementary than alternative. However, only one-third (34.7%) were aware of potential drug interactions with their concurrent medications.