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How to Dose Cannabis Edibles (Without Overdoing It)
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How to Dose Cannabis Edibles (Without Overdoing It)

The 2-hour rule, the 5mg rule, and why nano-emulsification changes the math.

Cannabis edibles are THC-infused food or beverage products dosed in milligrams (mg). Cannabis Cured edibles are made in what Cannabis Cured describes as Maine's first licensed commercial cannabis kitchen, using nano-emulsification for consistent dosing.

Start at 2.5 to 5mg if you're new

Most Maine dispensary edibles are packaged at 5mg or 10mg per serving. For first-timers, 2.5mg to 5mg is a safe starting dose.

Wait two hours before re-dosing

Traditional edibles can take 30 to 120 minutes to onset. Nano-emulsified Cannabis Cured edibles onset faster, often 15 to 30 minutes. Still, wait the full two hours before taking more.

Why nano-emulsification matters

Our chef-led kitchen nano-emulsifies THC into water-soluble particles. That means faster absorption, faster onset, more predictable dosing.

Frequently asked

Can I overdose on edibles?

You cannot fatally overdose on THC, but you can have a very unpleasant experience. Respect the dose. Start low, go slow.

Why did my first edible do nothing?

Onset can take up to two hours with traditional edibles. Nano-emulsified edibles are faster. If you took the dose, wait. Don't double up.

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