Cannabis-infused food products—for example, lozenges, and capsules containing cannabis—can induce powerful, long-lasting, yet safe effects. However, even if that may be the case, these types of cannabis may also cause adverse side effects that come with overconsumption. The dosage is, of course, what makes the difference.
Because each person’s internal physiologic environment is different, different drugs may produce different effects. Perhaps more so than with other drugs or plants, one person’s reaction to a dose of edible cannabis may differ greatly from another. That having said, there are a few things to think about before deciding on the appropriate dosage.
Previous cannabis use, gastrointestinal factors, and the function/sensitivity of one’s endocannabinoid system are a few of the factors to consider. Around 3% of my patients are ultra-sensitive to THC and can only tolerate very low doses (e.g., 1 mg). Even for users with relatively high tolerances, the risk of harmful effects associated with overconsuming cannabis—such as nausea and paranoia—increases once you go past 100 mg and into an extremely high dosage.
Dosing Cannabis-Infused Edibles
Here are some general recommendations to help you determine the correct dosage of marijuana edibles (measured in milligrams) (mg).
- 1 – 2.5 mg THC edibles
- Recommended for: First-time users or regular micro dosage cannabis consumers.
- Effects: Improved concentration and creativity. Mild pain, stress, and anxiety
- 2.5 – 15 mg THC edibles
- Recommended for: People looking for a decent night’s sleep; standard recreational use.
- Effects: Effective pain and anxiety tolerance; euphoria; temporary vision obscurity
- 30 – 50 mg THC edibles
- Recommended for: High tolerance THC consumers.
- Effects: Significant euphoric effects; significantly obscured vision and impaired balance
- 50 – 100 mg THC edibles
- Recommended for: THC users with high drug tolerance.
- Effects: Potential negative side effects of nausea, discomfort, and an elevated heart rate
When to Expect the Effect of Edibles
It is a common mistake to take a second dosage right after an hour of not significantly noticing side effects. To make sure, I suggest learning Healer’s “inner inventory,” a quick and easy self-awareness method that can help you figure out if you’re experiencing the effects of a certain cannabis dose. See Healer.com/programs.
Effects of CBD and THC Edibles
Consumers should be aware of the contents of each of these elements, as well as the CBD-to-THC ratio. Since CBD partially blocks THC’s intoxicating effects, consumers who want to gain the medicinal benefits of cannabis without getting high should look for products that contain both CBD and THC.
How to Consume Cannabis-Infused Edibles
- Make sure you’re in a quiet, secure place with gentle reassurance that everything will be okay in primary treatment.
- Hydrate.
- Large dose of CBD (50-200mg) without substantial THC can serve as a partial antidote. Lemon oil, which is present mostly in the rind and in smaller amounts in the juice, has also been used for this purpose. Before swallowing, grate a tablespoon of lemon zest and chew it thoroughly.
- Most people don’t require emergency medical treatment unless they have pre-existing heart disease. Intravenous rehydration may be required if vomiting and diarrhea persist.
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