Cannabis edibles, such as gummies, mints, brownies, cookies, drinks, and other food items, are discrete and produce long-lasting, safe effects. Consumed responsibly and in moderation, they’re wonderfulștiing how much you’re consuming. However, if you’re not careful, edibles can lead to problems. It’s difficult to determine their potency, and we’ve all known someone, perhaps you, who consumed too many edibles and had a stormy night.
Consuming too much edible cannabis will not harm your body, but unwanted or unpleasant effects can be avoided if you know the product’s dosage and the dose that works best for you.
Your Ideal Edible Dose
How many milligrammes of consumables should be consumed? It is critical to remember that each person has an appropriate dose for their body. The potency of a consumable depends on numerous variables, including:
- Dosage
- Tolerance
- Bodyweight
- Metabolism
- Type of Edible Weed
Depending on the variables mentioned above, two individuals may respond differently to the same type of edible with the same dose; one may become highly stoned, while the other may not become stoned. Always start with a modest amount and work your way up until you achieve your desired level.
How Many Milligrammes of THC Should One Consume to Become Intoxicated?
Here are some guidelines to help you determine the correct milligramme dose (mg).
- THC edibles 1 – 2.5 mg
Who it’s for First-time or recurring consumers seeking to microdose
Effects: Mild relief from symptoms such as pain, stress, and anxiety; enhanced concentration and imagination.
- THC edibles 5 mg
Who it’s for: Recreational use; persistent symptoms that are not alleviated by lower doses; sleep-seekers.
Effects: Greater reduction of pain and anxiety symptoms; euphoria; may impair coordination and perception.
- THC edibles 10 mg
Who it’s for: Greater reduction of pain and anxiety symptoms; euphoria; may impair coordination and perception.
Effects: THC consumers with a high tolerance, including recreational users and medical patients, may experience adverse effects.
- THC edibles 20 mg
Who it’s for: People with significant THC tolerances, patients with a decreased GI absorption
Effects: Extreme euphoria; likely to impair coordination and alter perception
- THC edibles 50 – 100 mg
Who it’s for: THC consumers with a high tolerance, including recreational users and medical patients, may experience adverse effects.
Effects: THC consumers with a high tolerance, including recreational users and medical patients, may experience adverse effects.
How Much of a Substance Should Be Consumed the First Time?
If you have never consumed weed edibles before, we recommend starting with 2.5 mg. Typically, five milligrammes is considered a single dose, making 2.5 milligrammes a half dose.
Follow these suggestions to help you estimate the correct milligramme dose (mg):
- Typically, edibles in dispensaries are available in 5 mg or 10 mg doses, so it is advisable to purchase gummies or another edible that can be cut into smaller amounts.
- Ensure that the dosage is clearly labelled on each edible you purchase so you know how to dose them.
- “Start slowly and build”: Wait at least one hour after consuming edibles, and if you don’t feel the effects or want them to be stronger, take another 2.5 mg.
How Quickly Do Cannabis Edibles Become Effective? How Long Does an Edible’s Effect Last?
Typically, it takes 45 to 60 minutes for an edible to take effect, but it can take longer. It is essential to remember that each individual has a dose optimal for their body. If you desire additional effects after that period, consume more edibles.
If you consume other edibles before waiting for the initial dose’s effects, both doses will manifest later, and you may feel too high. The duration of an edible high depends on the individual’s dose, tolerance, metabolism, and body chemistry.
An average edible containing 5 mg of THC will typically last 2 to 3 hours for a moderate consumer. If you have fast metabolism or a high tolerance, you may experience a quicker decline in your high. For those with a low tolerance or sluggish metabolism, a 5-milligram edible could last longer.
It is vital to keep track of how much you consume to determine the dose’s potency and duration when consuming edibles. This will help determine your optimal dose.
Tips for Safe Dosage of Edibles
You can start with low dosages when consuming cannabis if you have just started experimenting. If you haven’t smoked marijuana frequently, you may have a low tolerance and should begin with a half dose of 2.5 mg. At least 60 minutes must pass after eating before evaluating the effects. Take an extra 2.5 mg or even less if you desire additional products.
Additionally, it is essential to have a positive mindset and environment when consuming cannabis, particularly edibles. Your mindset and environment will have a significant impact on your cannabis experience.
If you are anxious or in an unsafe environment, you may experience an unpleasant high; if you are happy and in a safe environment, your chances of experiencing a positive high are significantly increased. However, consuming an excessive edible can still result in a negative experience, even if you have a positive mindset and environment.
Always stay hydrated when consuming edibles. Consuming an edible on an empty stomach can also alter your marijuana experience, as the effects will likely manifest more quickly. When consumed on a full stomach, edibles lose their potency.
If you don’t feel the effects of an edible after one hour, eat an apple to stimulate digestion and absorption in your gut.