Everybody’s endocannabinoid system is different, so dosage can vary. That is to say, that some will find relief with 3mg twice a day, while others are closer to 200mg four times a day or higher!
WORKING UP TO THE RIGHT DOSE
The best way to find a proper dosage is to start low and slow and keep adjusting. For those new to cannabis, maybe try dosing at 5mg as needed to maintain relief. If multiple doses were taken during the first day, adjust the dose to 10mg and take note to any changes in effect. Keep adjusting as needed until relief is consistent. For those more experienced with cannabis, they may want to start at a higher dose, like 25mg, and adjust from there.
PATIENCE IS DUE
Some people require very small doses, while some still will feel nothing after a large dose. People also have different reactions to the various methods of use. It may take time to find the proper dosage and delivery method of CBD products to find the needed relief, so be patient. Some effects may be felt immediately, while others take a while to “build up” (particularly when looking for relief from epilepsy).
DOSES DEPEND ON THE PURPOSE
Doses can also vary wildly, depending on the type of relief sought after. For example, people have experienced the following:
Chronic pain: 2.5-20mg for ~25 days
Epilepsy: 200-300mg up to 4.5 months
Huntington’s disease-related movement problems: 10mg/kg for 6 weeks
Sleep disorders: 40-160mg
Multiple sclerosis symptoms: 2.5-120mg THC-CBD combo for 2-15 weeks
Glaucoma: 20-40mg (Doses over 40 mg may actually increase eye pressure)
CBD is quickly becoming a popular supplement for individuals looking for relief of various ailments and can be a great resource for people wanting natural, non-psychoactive relief. It just takes time to learn the best form of ingestion of the product and the proper dosage to maximize the effects.