How Long Before The CBD Takes Effect & How Long Does It Last?

How Long Before The CBD Takes Effect & How Long Does It Last?

First What Is CBD?

Cannabidiol has been proven a good solution for many ailments. Known as CBD, one of many cannabinoids found in the plant. 

Using CBD does not lead to dependence or tolerance towards the drug, this makes CBD tempting for those who are looking for relief from multiple ailments and disorders. 

CBD doesn’t get you high or come with any form of intoxication, that’s caused by THC, another cannabinoid in the plant.

The human body contains a specialized system called the endocannabinoid system (ECS), which is involved in regulating a variety of functions including pain, appetite, sleep and immune system response 


How Long Does CBD Stay In Our Bodies

Everyone’s body is unique. That’s why CBD and other substances affect people differently.

Your body mass, water content, and metabolism are just some of the things that can influence how long CBD stays in your system.

What you eat, how much you eat, and when you eat matter can all play a role in the effects you get. If you take CBD on an empty stomach, it gets metabolized and eliminated faster than it does when you take it on a full stomach, which slows its digestion.

Methods Of Consuming CBD 

There are a few ways to consume your CBD. The method you use affects everything from the onset and duration of effects to how long it stays in your body.

Different forms of CBD include:

  • edibles
  • oils and tinctures
  • pills and capsules
  • vaping
  • creams and lotions

When you vape CBD, it enters your lungs and takes effect quickly, and also leaves the body quickly. Oils and tinctures placed under your tongue are absorbed into the bloodstream faster and linger longer.

Your digestive system metabolizes edible forms of CBD, which can take a long time. Creams and such also slow to get into and out of our bodies.

How Long Does CBD Take To Feel Affect?

It differs based on all the same factors as to how long CBD stays in your system.

The form used, dosage, and your body composition all play a role and make it hard to predict how quickly CBD will affect you.

Generally, you can begin to feel the effects of CBD around 15 minutes of vaping and smoking or using it sublingually. Edibles and topical products can take an hour to two to take effect.

How Long Do CBD Effects Last?

It all depends on your body, how much you take, and how you take it. But generally, the effects of CBD can last from 2 to 6 hours.

Taking CBD Side Effects 

Though CBD is generally well tolerated and considered safe, it may cause adverse response in some people.

Side effects noted in studies include

  • Diarrhea
  • Changes in appetite and weight
  • Fatigue
  • Dry Mouth 
  • Light-headedness
  • Drop-in Blood Pressure

CBD is also known to interact with several medications. Before you start using CBD oil, discuss it with your doctor before use.

How much CBD to take? 

Finally I leave you with a dosage picture, this is a rough amount to take based on your bodyweight, but with more serious conditions you might need more to fully feel relief.

CBD Dose Chart
CBD Dose Chart

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