It is more difficult to find out how much CBD (or cannabidiol) to take than it seems. CBD products are fairly recent, even though cannabis has been around forever. As a result, there are no recommendations for dosing based on evidence yet. In general consuming CBD in Europe is not allowed. In our CBD Shop you can find CBD oil, flowers and cosmetic which are not for consumption.
Many experts agree that the safest way is to start with the lowest dose and slowly working your way up. Especially if it’s your first time using CBD.
This also depends on a few things:
For example, the way you handle CBD will be influenced your body weight and individual body chemistry. There are a few other factors that affect how much CBD you can use, as there are a variety of different ways of using it. When it comes to how much you can take, how your body absorbs it, and how easily it takes effect, the way you use it matters.
The different CBD forms are:
- CBD Oils and tinctures
- Edibles
- Pills and Capsules
- CBD Skincare
- Vaping
Doses vary according to how you consume it. A regular dosage of CBD gummies, for example, is about 5 milligrams (mg) per gummy, while tinctures and oils contain around 1 mg per drop. Even capsules and edibles can take longer than a spray or tincture to kick in. Sadly in Europe edibles, pills & capsules and oil are not allowed to consume.
Patients prefer CBD to treat anything, from depression to suffering from arthritis. When determining how much you will take, what you are using it for matters.
For example, if you don’t get enough pain relief, the Arthritis Foundation suggests beginning gradually, with only a few milligrams of a sublingual CBD twice daily, and increasing the dosage after a week of consumption. It’s important to know exactly how much if any, CBD you can take if you are on any other medications.
CBD is usually well tolerated but data on drug interactions are still minimal in Trusted Source. CBD may affect the metabolization of a drug, and there is some evidence that it may interfere with blood thinners, immunosuppressants, and antidepressants.
When does CBD start to work?
It is up to how you consume it. Edibles, like gummies, have to cross the digestive system until they are ingested. The real amount of CBD that ends up in your bloodstream may be relatively small by the time this occurs. As mentioned before CBD is not allowed to consume in Europe. All products in our CBD Shop are not intended for consumtion.
Another example, a sublingual tincture gets immediately absorbed into your bloodstream, meaning it kicks in quicker. Here’s a look at how long it generally takes to experience the impact of different types of CBD:
- Edibles: after 2 hours
- CBD Oil: 15-45 minutes
- Vape products: 15 to 30 minutes
Our recommendation: Start low and slow, and ensure you give CBD the time it needs to work before you take more. The general rule tends to stick to a small dosage for about a week before increasing it.
How long will CBD last?
CBD ‘s effects usually last from 2-6 hours, depending on how you take it, how much you use it, and your tolerance. Take some general notes when using CBD to better understand how your body responds to it including:
- The amount, and how you took it
- When you continued to experience its effects
- When the results were higher
- How long did the results last
Tips for Newbies
Ready to dip one toe into the CBD world? These tips will help to insure how relaxed, safe, and successful your experience can be:
Shop smart. For example in the United States, CBD goods are essentially unregulated. Mislabeling and inadequate quality control including significant strength differences and undeclared THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, are a concern. Ask a professional. A healthcare professional who knows your medical background is the right source to consult on how much CBD you should be taking. We are not healthcare providers and in Europe it’s not allowed to consume CBD Products.
Using before bedtime. Drowsiness is among CBD’s most common side effects. Unless your healthcare provider does not advise otherwise, it is a safe idea to use CBD at bedtime — or when you have time to relax if you need to — at least until you know how your body reacts to it.
Avoid vaping. Vaping was linked with serious lung infections and even death, although it is not entirely clear how or why. Even though the reliable Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is studying its risks, most government health departments are suggesting people to avoid vaping until we learn more.
The bottom line
CBD is usually safe and well-tolerated, but it is not a one-size-fits-all situation. Many variables play into how often and how frequently you can use it. Before experts come up with clinical recommendations, the best idea is to speak to your health care provider, particularly if you use CBD to treat a particular condition or take a prescription daily for a specific problem.
