When it comes to consuming medical cannabis, the options are almost endless. From a pre-rolled joint to a very fancy water pipe, you can choose whatever you prefer. But if we talk about popularity, edibles are slowly taking over the cannabis landscape. Edibles are basically anything that you can digest but infused with the goodness of cannabis. Thinking of a beef jerky? Or maybe a bag of popcorn? Maybe a beer? Well, there is a cannabis variety for everything you can imagine. And if somehow, the assortment of edibles at the state dispensaries or online stores do not suit your taste or preference, there is an option of making edibles at home.
But, before you get excited and think about making your first order of cannabis edibles, let’s take a back seat and dive into the important points. Though edibles are very convenient, smokeless and diverse, they must be used according to the precautions and the recommendation of your 420 doctor Modesto. So, let's take a look.
DO's
Control Your Dose
Every patient responds to a different dose of cannabis. So, if your friend experiences the effects with a 5 mg dose, it may or not be sufficient for you. Figure out your dose by microdosing or ask for guidance from a professional or your 420 doctor to know the minimum dose that you should begin with. Once you figure it out, stick to it or else you may suffer from an overdose which includes side effects like nausea, severe headache, hangover, paranoia etc.
Learn What to do in Case of an Overdose
You must follow your dose to avoid overdose as much as possible. But, it is also true that overdose with edibles is very common. It can be difficult to pinpoint the potency of a brownie or chocolate. So, accidents can happen. It’s best to prepare for such scenarios. There are certain tips and tricks that can help you get sober. For example, use CBD to counter the effects of THC or sleep it out.
Stay in a Safe Setting
Since overdose is common, it’s best to stay in a safe setting when using edibles. Avoid any activities that may put your safety or that of others in danger. For example, avoid driving or cooking. Stay in your home and under the supervision of someone you trust.
Don’ts
Don’t Lose Patience
Edibles take time to kick in. it’s just the way it is processed in the body. So it can be anywhere from 30 minutes to 4 hours before the edibles finally show some effects. This is why it is important that you don’t lose patience.
Consume it an Empty Stomach
Since edibles take time to kick in, some people try using it on an empty stomach to increase the onset time. However, this is not advised by doctors. It can increase the effects to a point where it becomes intolerable. You risk overdosing and suffering from anxiety, a headache or paranoia.
Buy From Illegal or Questionable Sources
Always buy your edibles from legal dispensaries. They have to abide by the quality standard of the government which makes it a safe bet. Also, they are labeled with the THC and CBD content so it becomes easier for you to know the potency. Steer clear from illegal sources or ones without state license.
Now you are ready to begin your cannabis journey with edibles. Keep these dos and don'ts in mind and be safe with your session.
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