Edibles are the most common cause of overconsumption — because the slow onset tricks people into taking more. This guide gives you the dosage chart, timing, and science to dose safely every time.
Onset Time
30 min – 2 hrs
Duration
4–8 hours
Key Rule
Start Low, Go Slow
The #1 rule with edibles: Wait at least 2 full hours before considering a second dose. Effects can take up to 2 hours to fully appear. Most bad experiences happen when people re-dose too early thinking "it's not working."
THC dosage affects everyone differently. Use this chart as a starting point — always begin at the lowest level and work up slowly over multiple sessions.
Best For
First-time users, medical patients, microdosers
Effects
Mild mood lift, subtle relaxation, enhanced focus. Most people feel little to no psychoactive effect.
Re-dose Wait
2 hours before re-dosing
Best For
Beginners, occasional users, those with low tolerance
Effects
Noticeable relaxation, mild euphoria, light body sensation. Clear-headed for most users.
Re-dose Wait
2 hours before re-dosing
Best For
Regular users, those with established tolerance
Effects
Strong euphoria, significant body relaxation, possible impairment. Standard recreational dose in most legal markets.
Re-dose Wait
2–3 hours before re-dosing
Best For
Experienced users, medical patients with high tolerance
Effects
Intense euphoria, strong sedation, possible anxiety or paranoia in sensitive individuals. Significant impairment.
Re-dose Wait
3–4 hours before re-dosing
Best For
High-tolerance medical patients only
Effects
Very intense effects, strong sedation, high risk of anxiety and paranoia. Not recommended for recreational use.
Re-dose Wait
4+ hours before re-dosing
Best For
Experienced medical patients with physician guidance only
Effects
Overwhelming effects for most users. High risk of adverse reactions including extreme anxiety, vomiting, and temporary psychosis.
Re-dose Wait
Do not re-dose without physician guidance
Recommendation for First-Timers
Start with 2.5 mg THC. Wait 2 hours. If you feel nothing, try 5 mg next time. Never exceed 10 mg until you know your tolerance well. Most legal market products come in 5 mg or 10 mg doses — cut them in half if needed.