For a first-time edible user, 2.5–5mg of THC is the right starting dose. Regular cannabis users typically land between 10–25mg, experienced heavy users 25–50mg, and 100mg+ doses are for high-tolerance users only. Because edibles take 45–120 minutes to kick in, the golden rule is: dose once, then wait two full hours before even thinking about more.
| Dose | Who it's for | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2.5mg (microdose) | Complete beginners, daytime users | Subtle mood lift, clarity intact |
| 2.5–5mg | Beginners, low tolerance | Mild relaxation, sociable |
| 5–15mg | Occasional users | Clear effects, euphoria, couch comfort |
| 15–30mg | Regular users | Strong body + head effects; evening territory |
| 30–50mg | Experienced users | Very strong, long-lasting; clear your schedule |
| 50–100mg+ | High tolerance only | Intense and long; not for the curious |
By The Cheebas Product Desk · Published July 2026 · Effects vary by person — this chart is a starting framework, not a prescription.
Eaten THC is processed by your liver into 11-hydroxy-THC — a metabolite that hits harder and lasts longer than inhaled THC. That's why a 10mg gummy can feel stronger than several puffs, why onset takes 45–120 minutes (longer on a full stomach), and why the experience runs 4–8 hours instead of 1–2. It's also why the classic edible mistake — “I don't feel anything, I'll take another” at the one-hour mark — ends with both doses arriving at once.
A Canadian wrinkle worth knowing: legal retail edibles are capped at 10mg THC per package, which is why grey-market products are where experienced users shop — packages here commonly run 300mg to 5,000mg, dosed in individual pieces. That makes label math matter: a 600mg bag of 20 gummies is 30mg per piece — three times a legal-market maximum in one gummy. Always divide package total by piece count before eating anything.
Practical dosing tips: cut pieces to hit your number (a 30mg gummy quartered = 7.5mg doses); eat with a light snack for steadier onset; don't mix a first-time dose with alcohol; and log what you took and how it felt — your personal chart beats any generic one within three sessions.
It happens to almost everyone once. The honest reassurance first: an uncomfortable edible experience passes on its own — typically peaking within a couple of hours and easing from there.
Then next time: half the dose. Tolerance is built gradually, not proven in one night.
How long do edibles take to kick in?
45–120 minutes typically; a full stomach slows onset further. Wait 2 hours before re-dosing.
How long do edibles last?
4–8 hours for the main effects, with a soft tail after — plan the evening, not an hour.
Is 10mg a lot for a beginner?
Yes — start at 2.5–5mg. 10mg is a comfortable dose for occasional users, not first-timers.
How strong is a 600mg bag of gummies?
Divide by pieces: 20 gummies = 30mg each — a strong single dose. Cut pieces to dose lower.
Can you overdose on edibles?
THC alone isn't known to cause fatal overdose, but too much is deeply unpleasant. Dose low, wait long.
Educational content for adults of legal age in Canada. Not medical advice. Start low, go slow, and never drive impaired.