Determining your CBD dosage

CBD has anti-inflammatory, anxiolytic, and anticonvulsant properties, appropriate for therapeutic use. It also improves sleep. But determining the correct dosage is essential! As for the right dosage of CBD, there is no universal rule: it depends on each individual and their tolerance to cannabidiol. There are a lot of question about the different percentages of CBD in oils, cannabidiol in other forms, and the risks of overdosing. Especially as many people still confuse CBD with THC! In this article, we look into everything you need to know about the correct dosage of CBD.

CBD dosage factors

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What do we mean by a CBD dose? It is a question of determining the dose necessary to achieve the effects sought by individuals. To find the right CBD dosage, you should start by considering the following factors:

• your age;
• your weight and body fat percentage;
• your sensitivity to CBD (your metabolism);
• the desired effect;
• the CBD concentration of the product consumed, whether an oil or not.

As each body is unique, the same dose of CBD can act completely differently in two individuals: 20 mg of cannabidiol will not have the same effect on an athletic woman of 1.6 m in height and on a sedentary man 1.8 m in height, weighing 90 kg.

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There are also other parameters that come into play when determining a CBD dosage:

• The disease: the doses vary between the simple search for relaxation and symptom alleviation, and the treatment of more serious and complex diseases.
• Treatments: there are few drug interactions with CBD, but they do exist. For example, taking painkillers or medication may result in a greater tolerance to CBD.
• Tolerance: regular cannabis users will have saturated cannabinoid receptors, which leads to increased tolerance.

Why should you take the correct dose of your CBD?

As research on CBD is still new, there is a lack of recommendations and advice from the medical profession, and few protocols for its use. However, an accurate estimation of CBD consumption allows you to avoid all risks and, in particular, to enjoy all the benefits of cannabidiol. It’s a question of balance: CBD is a natural compound excreted by the hemp plant. When ingested, it acts on the human body through the endocannabinoid system. It does not induce any psychotropic effects, but its neurochemicals and associated receptors have a positive influence on the nervous and immune systems. Refining the dosage of CBD means participating in the regulation of cellular homeostasis, or the human body’s ability to maintain its balance. Too little CBD will not produce the desired effects, while too much CBD will cause an imbalance in the body.

Determining the right dosage of CBD: 2 solutions

Estimating how much CBD you need per dose

If this is the first time you are taking CBD, proceed in stages to evaluate the sensations and how you feel, and gradually determine CBD dosage that best suits you. If you have normal blood pressure, start with a daily dose of 30 mg of CBD, then increase or decrease by 10 mg per day. Eventually, you should find your daily dose beneficial. If you have low blood pressure (as cannabidiol helps to combat high blood pressure), start with just 15 mg of CBD, then increase or decrease by 5 mg per day.

Estimate how much CBD you need per kilogram of body weight

Another technique used by the medical profession to determine CBD dosage is to estimate the correct dose of cannabidiol according to your weight:

• For normal blood pressure: 0.5 mg CBD/day/kg body weight, with a gradual increase of 0.25 per day until the desired sensation is achieved.
• For low blood pressure: 0.1 mg CBD/day/kg body weight, with a gradual increase of 0.1 per day until the desired sensation is achieved.

Finding the right CBD dosage for you

Due to the genetic variation of enzymes, it is impossible to accurately predict how each individual’s metabolism will react, therefore, a tailored CBD dosage is required. This is why a self-testing phase is the best way to determine the best amount of CBD. You should also bear in mind that the dose of CBD will vary depending on how he product itself is consumed: vaporising, smoking, or ingesting an oil orally in the form of a CBD capsule or tablet will not all produce a similar effect. Smoked or vaporised, the benefits of CBD are felt after about 7 minutes. When consumed sublingually, wait 20 minutes. If taken orally, it takes between 45 to 180 minutes. This is because the method of absorption affects how your metabolism reacts. In theory, a CBD dosage of between 20 mg and 30 mg per day would an ideal starting point, with doses taken morning, noon, and at night. So, the average dose of CBD consumed per day is between 100 mg and 300 mg. However, this indication is still theoretical!

How much CBD is in one drop of oil?

To determine the correct dosage of CBD in oils, it is important to remember that not all oils have the same CBD concentration. This generally varies between 5% and 30%. The percentage is very important, as it is what allows you to determine the exact amount of CBD in milligrams contained in a bottle and, therefore, in each drop. Thanks to this data, you can calculate the exact dose to be taken. Here is the method for determining the CBD dosage of an oil:

• Percentage: a 10 ml bottle of 5% oil contains 500 mg of CBD, whereas a bottle of 25% oil will contain 2,500 mg.
• The concentration of each drop: a 10 ml bottle of CBD oil contains about 200 drops. You must therefore divide the overall amount of CBD in a bottle of oil by the number of drops (200). For 5% CBD, you get 2.5 mg per drop. For 25%, you get 12.5 mg per drop.

One last tip: always choose an organically grown CBD oil, such as those sold at The CBD Farm. Not only will you be sure of the quality of the product you are ingesting, but you will also increase the effects of cannabidiol on the body. The better the quality of the oil, the richer it will be in active ingredients that are beneficial for your body. Conversely, a lower quality product may contain less CBD than labelled, have undesirable traces of THC, or contain toxic substances added during manufacturing.

Examples of CBD doses

CBD microdosing

CBD microdosing consists of taking between 0.5 mg and 20 mg daily depending on your weight. It is a solution for mild sleep and mood disorders, temporary stress, nausea, and headaches. Taking CBD oils containing between 5% and 10% cannabidiol is recommended. For example, a 50 kg person with transient anxiety will take 10 drops of CBD oil per day from a 5% concentrate bottle. We recommend taking 2 doses per day, with 5 drops per dose.

Standard doses of CBD

The standard CBD dosage is between 20 mg and 160 mg daily, which always varies according to weight. It can be used for severe sleep disorders, chronic pain and inflammation, severe anxiety and/or depression, and many diseases such as arthritis or multiple sclerosis. Full Spectrum CBD oils with a concentration between 15% and 40% are recommended. For example, a 60 kilo man can consume 8 drops of CBD oil per day from a 15% concentrate bottle. He should take 4 drops twice a day.

Macrodosing CBD

Macrodosing CBD refers to a wide dosage range: between 200 mg and 800 mg per day, depending on weight. This is not common, as these therapeutic doses are only recommended for the most severe cases such as epilepsy or cancer. Approval and monitoring of this dose by a healthcare professional is mandatory.

Is there a risk of overdosing on CBD?

Even though CBD has less psychoactivity, you may still experience some side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or dry mouth. If you experience these symptoms, reduce your CBD consumption until they disappear. But don’t worry: overdosing on CBD is extremely rare, as you would need to consume more than 20,000 mg per day. If you respect the dosage indicated on the product label and the advice in this article, you will not be taking any risks. If you are currently taking medication or other treatments, speak to your doctor first to identify potential risks and interactions. This will give you peace of mind!