Despite opposing opinions on CBD, cannabis, and medical marijuana, we can’t deny the fact that the cannabis plant is now being recognized as medical alternative to treat different ailments, both physical and mental. While most of us already aware of the compound’s many health benefits, many individuals are still unsure of the proper CBD dosage for their needs.
CBD Dosage, Everyone is Different
It’s can be a challenge determining the right amount of CBD to take for two main reasons:
- There is no recommended daily allowance for CBD so doctors are hesitant to prescribe CBD to their patients.
- Pharmacology courses in medical school currently do not include the discussion of CBD therapy.
Because of this, it’s difficult to prescribe a recommended dosage, especially because everyone is so different. Each person differs in weight, age, diet, metabolism, and genetics, so what works for one person could be too much for someone else.
Before you figure out though the amount of CBD you need to take, it’s really important to know what concern you want CBD oil to address. Knowing the specifics will help you be able to measure or gauge if the CBD is successfully addressing your concern. As you begin your CBD journey, make sure to always track your intake and note down your observations to monitor the amount of dosage you need.
Finding the Right CBD Dose
So how much CBD should you ingest in a day?
It’s different for everyone but CBD Oil Review recommends that you start with the minimum recommended dosage a day. CBD Oil Review recommends 25mg of CBD, taken twice daily, and increased by 25mg every three to four weeks until you experience relief with your symptoms. If the symptoms become worse, decrease your intake by 25mg.
And because CBD oil has been known to treat certain medical ailments, Mayo Clinic made their own dosage recommendations, based on scientific research, publications, traditional use, and expert opinion.
Loss of Appetite in Cancer Patients: 2.5mg of THC (orally), with or without 1mg of CBD for six weeks.
Chronic Pain: 2.5-20mg of CBD [with or without THC] (orally).
Epilepsy: 200-300mg of CBD (orally) daily.
Movement Problems Due to Huntington’s Disease: 10mg of CBD per kg of body weight daily for six weeks (orally).
Sleep Disorders: 40mg-160mg of CBD (orally).
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) symptoms: Cannabis plant extracts containing 2.5-120 milligrams of a THC/CBD combination daily for 2-15 weeks. Patients typically use eight sprays within any three hours, with a maximum of 48 sprays in any 24-hour period.
Schizophrenia: 40-1,280mg oral CBD daily.
Glaucoma: A single sublingual CBD dosage of 20-40mg (>40 mg may increase eye pressure).
Potential Side Effects
So far, there is no established lethal dose of CBD. A person can ingest 1500mg of CBD and their body can still tolerate it, despite being thirty times more than the minimum recommended serving. There could be some side effects when a person uses high doses of CBD in an extended period of time, including but not limited to the following:
- Mild Low Blood Pressure
- Dry Mouth
- Lightheadedness
- Sedation
So, it’s important to work with your trusted doctor when it comes to using CBD oil for medicinal purposes.
Another concern most people have before using CBD oil is will they get high when they use it. The answer is no. CBD has high amounts of cannabidiol, which is non-psychoactive and will not give you that high feeling. The high feeling will come from tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which CBD has none to very small amounts. However, with repeated usage of a high dosage of CBD, it can alter the levels of a person’s liver enzymes, which is responsible for metabolizing toxic compounds.
CBD and Drug Interactions
CBD can also affect the metabolism of certain pharmaceutical drugs, including the following:
- Steroids
- HMG CoA reductase inhibitors
- Calcium channel blockers
- Antihistamines
- HIV-antivirals
- Immune modulators
- Benzodiazepines
- Antiarrhythmics
- Antibiotics
- Anesthetics
- Antipsychotics
- Antidepressants
- Anti-epileptics
- Beta blockers
- PPIs
- NSAIDs
If you are taking any of these medications and want to also use CBD, always consult with your trusted doctor to make sure you are taking both medicines safely.
Bottom Line:
Remember, the first step is to know which medical concern you want to address with CBD. And the next step is to consult your trusted doctor, preferably one with CBD experience, for the safe use of CBD oil. Always take the responsible step with using CBD products. Since tests and experiments are still being performed to test its viability, we can’t afford to just wing it when it comes to this medicinal option. Always ask questions. Always do your research. And always consult a cannabis expert.
