Cannabis Use Among Individuals Treated with Medication for Opioid Use Disorder: Correlates, Patterns, and Motivations for Use

Frequent cannabis use among individuals on MOUD was associated with anxiety, nausea, and lower employment, with no significant differences in key MOUD outcomes including substance use and retention. Individuals with frequent cannabis use reported treating stress, pain, and mental health conditions with cannabis. More attention to screening and treatment of these conditions is warranted.