How many drops of CBD can you take per day?

Cannabidiol, or CBD, is one of the many cannabinoids that make up hemp, more specifically Cannabis Sativa L..Its health benefits are proven by specific scientific studies. CBD oil is notably the most common and most practical form for consumption. The daily dosage of cannabidiol varies considerably depending on different factors. So, how many drops of CBD can you take per day?

Why take CBD oil?

CBD is a natural product with multiple beneficial properties for health. This cannabinoid has no psychotropic effect and does not cause cannabis addiction, unlike tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). For information, CBD concentrates most of the therapeutic properties of hemp. More than one scientific study demonstrates the effects of cannabidiol on the body. CBD notably acts as a:

• painkiller: the CBD molecule binds to CB1 and CB2 receptors of the endocannabinoid system to inhibit pain perception;
• anti-inflammatory: CBD considerably reduces the reactions of immune cells to external aggressors to limit the signs of inflammation, or even prevent inflammation;
• calming and relaxing agent: cannabidiol promotes the secretion of serotonin and dopamine: the neurotransmitters responsible for relaxation, happiness, and well-being. The product also has the same effect on melatonin: the sleep hormone that regulates the circadian rhythm (or biological rhythm balancing the wake/rest cycle of the body and mind). Cannabidiol thus helps combat anxiety, stress, and fight sleep disorders. CBD also has muscle-relaxing potential. It releases muscle tension;
• regulator of the central nervous system: cannabidiol balances the functioning of the central nervous system to combat psychological disorders;
• neuroprotectant: CBD acts on the brain as a neuroprotectant; the natural product thus helps prevent nerve degeneration;
• regulator of the digestive system: cannabidiol optimizes the functioning of the digestive system and has antiemetic effects. CBD also soothes contractions of the small intestine;
• antioxidant: the CBD molecule inhibits the action of free radicals and protects cells from premature aging;
• antiseptic: CBD eliminates the microorganisms responsible for infections.

Research also demonstrates CBD's potential to promote growth and stop the growth of tumors and cancers. Cannabidiol would also have cosmetic benefits: nourishing, moisturizing, protective, etc.

The characteristics of CBD oil

CBD is marketed in various forms on the dedicated market. The main cannabidiol products intended for consumption include oils, infusions, resin (hash or pollen), flowers, capsules, candies, e-liquid, and everyday food products (syrups, coffee capsules, honey, etc.). However, CBD oil is the most common and most practical form for consumption. This is notably explained by its ease of use and its fast-acting effects.

Cannabidiol oil is a product made from natural vegetable oil enriched with the CBD molecule. Certain varieties of CBD oil also contain other hemp components.

The different types of CBD oil

There are different varieties of CBD oil on the dedicated market. We notably distinguish between cannabidiol oils:

• Full Spectrum: containing all the elements found in the composition of the Cannabis Sativa L. plant, namely: terpenes, flavonoids, and other cannabinoids (CBG, CBN, THC at a legal rate of less than 0,3 %);
• Broad Spectrum: this type of CBD oil contains CBD as well as all the components of cannabis except THC;
• CBD isolate: made solely of vegetable oil and the cannabidiol molecule, without other components.

Furthermore, the concentration of CBD in oils varies considerably between 5% and 40%. Some products even have a higher CBD content.

In addition, CBD oil comes in different formats: in a bottle with a graduated dropper cap or in capsules.

How to consume CBD oil in drops?

CBD oil in a bottle with drops is intended for sublingual use. The consumer must draw up the drops with the graduated dropper cap and then place them under the tongue. They must wait 20 to 60 seconds before swallowing the drops.

This method of consumption allows rapid absorption of the cannabidiol molecule into the body. Indeed, the substance passes directly into the body through the oral mucosa. This process allows CBD to exert its effects in only 1 to 2 minutes.

Some consumers choose to consume CBD oil by ingestion, with meals. This practice also allows you to enjoy the many health benefits of cannabidiol. However, when taken by ingestion, CBD takes longer to be absorbed by the body. With this method of consumption, the effects of the cannabinoid are only felt 2 hours after swallowing the product. Indeed, the process of assimilation of cannabidiol by the digestive mucous membranes takes 1 to 2 hours.

Therefore, opt for sublingual intake for greater convenience.

What dosage of CBD oil should you consume each day?

Despite advances in scientific research on CBD, there is currently no official information confirming the dosage of CBD according to treatments and desired effects. Indeed, the level of tolerance to cannabidiol varies considerably from one person to another. Thus, the effects of the same doses of CBD in the body differ greatly depending on metabolism.

Nevertheless, specialists recommend taking a maximum dose of 300 mg of CBD per day.

Furthermore, for information, the dose of CBD is defined according to body weight, the nature and intensity of the symptoms to be treated. This table presents the daily dose of CBD to take per 20 kg of body weight and according to the intensity of the symptoms to be treated:

What percentage of CBD should you take?

The consumer must seriously refer to the percentage of CBD in the oil to determine the number of drops needed for their treatment. For information, the best-selling formats are CBD oil bottles at 10%. Each bottle therefore contains 1 000 mg of CBD and each drop of oil at 10% is equivalent to 5 mg of CBD. Thus, for the treatment of mild to moderate pain, you should take 5 mg of CBD per day, i.e., one drop of CBD oil at 10% per 10 kg of body weight. If the pain is rather strong to severe, experts recommend taking 10 mg of CBD per day, i.e., 2 drops of oil at 10%.

In the event that the recommended CBD dose does not allow you to benefit from the desired effects, it is absolutely recommended to seek the advice of a doctor or a CBD specialist. The experienced professional is the only one capable of accurately defining the CBD dosage best suited to your personal needs.

What are the risks of incorrect CBD dosing?

CBD oil overdose can cause side effects or reverse effects that are more or less serious. Among the most common undesirable consequences, we can notably note:

• a state of drowsiness or loss of alertness: this constitutes a great danger, particularly for consumers who must attend to occupations that require great concentration, such as driving a vehicle or handling a machine or a specific work tool;
• digestive disorders: manifesting as diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, etc.,
• severe fatigue: related to the calming function of CBD;
• migraines.

It is therefore important to strictly respect the recommended daily CBD oil dosage and to follow the advice of the doctor or the cannabidiol expert.