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Cannabidiol (CBD) is a major non-psychoactive phytocannabinoid found in the cannabis plant that interacts with the endocannabinoid system without producing a high. It is commonly used for its reported anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties, and is often consumed as an oil, edible, or vaporized isolate. CBD is generally well-tolerated but can interact with various medications by inhibiting liver enzymes, and full-spectrum products may contain trace amounts of THC.
Dosage
Oral
| Threshold | Light | Common | Strong | Heavy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-15 mg | 15-30 mg | 30-60 mg | 60-150 mg | 150-150 mg |
Smoked
| Threshold | Light | Common | Strong | Heavy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-10 mg | 10-20 mg | 20-40 mg | 40-80 mg | 80-80 mg |
Sublingual
| Threshold | Light | Common | Strong | Heavy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-15 mg | 15-30 mg | 30-60 mg | 60-150 mg | 150-150 mg |
Duration
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Smoked
Sublingual
Safer Use
- Start with a low dose and gradually increase it to find the minimum effective amount for your needs.
- Check third-party lab tests when purchasing CBD products to verify purity and the absence of heavy metals or pesticides.
- NOTE: CBD can inhibit CYP450 liver enzymes, potentially altering the metabolism of other prescription medications.
- NOTE: Products labeled as full-spectrum CBD may contain trace amounts of THC which could accumulate and trigger a positive drug test.
Legal Status
This information is provided for educational purposes only and does NOT constitute legal advice. Laws change frequently and may vary by region, state, or municipality. Always verify the current legal status in your jurisdiction before making any decisions. Open Mind assumes no liability for the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of this data.
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PT Portugal Medical Only
Technically considered a medicine requiring a prescription, though enforcement on low-THC hemp products varies.
AU Australia Medical Only
Available over-the-counter in pharmacies at low doses, while higher doses require a medical prescription.
BR Brazil Medical Only
Requires a prescription and specialized approval from health authorities for importation.
JP Japan Legal
Strictly legal only if it contains absolutely 0.00% THC and is extracted from mature stems or seeds.
NL Netherlands Legal
Legal and widely available under general hemp regulations.
FR France Legal
Legal to sell and consume if extracted from hemp plants with less than 0.3% THC.
CA Canada Legal
Fully legal and regulated under the federal Cannabis Act.
AT Austria Legal
Legal for use and sale as long as the THC content does not exceed 0.3%.
DE Germany Legal
Legal to purchase and possess as long as the THC content is strictly below 0.3%.
US United States Legal
Federally legal if derived from hemp containing less than 0.3% THC, though specific state laws and FDA regulations apply.
ES Spain Legal
Legal for topical use and widely tolerated for oral use if THC is below 0.2%.
CH Switzerland Legal
Legal to purchase and consume as long as the THC concentration remains below 1.0%.
IT Italy Legal
Legal if the THC content is below 0.6% under current 'cannabis light' legislation.
TH Thailand Legal
Legal to possess and use following the general removal of cannabis from the narcotics list.
GB United Kingdom Legal
Legal if it contains less than 0.2% THC and has been approved under Novel Food regulations.
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