3 Easy Ways to Manage Small Doses

Small doses of cannabis may help you manage chronic pain while remaining clearheaded when it matters most.

There are now a wide variety of ways to achieve the perfect small dose

While the immediate effects of a large hit from a vape pen or pipe can be clearly felt and provide relief to your symptoms of chronic pain, finding the appropriate setting to do so during the day is often elusive. While cannabis may be legal in Washington state, most who consume it for medical purposes wouldn’t do so as casually as someone opening up a bottle of Tylenol, and that is totally understandable. Relief, most often times, needs to come in a discrete form as you go about your day. Fortunately in recent years, the Washington state cannabis industry has created a number of products that allow people to do just that. A small dose can come in the form of a tincture, an edible, an inhaler and more. The ratio of CBD to THC is an important factor in dosing as well. We now have access to more ratios than ever that help us control any possible psychoactive effects that a cannabis product may have. When consumed on a consistent basis in small doses, the cumulative effects of cannabis may help with symptoms as much a single more concentrated dose.

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3 Easy Ways to Manage Small Doses

Inhalers

Each puff from an inhaler provides a 2.5mg microdose which makes it easy to take 1 puff for a small serving, or multiple puffs as needed. There is no odor associated with inhalers, making them an incredibly discrete option.

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Tinctures

Another discrete option is utilizing a tincture. They allow you to control your own dose to ensure you’re staying within your therapeutic window. Start low and go slow. You can always take a larger dose next time if you need more relief.

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Edibles

Edibles or mints are a good option for those seeking to avoid smoking or vaping. Edibles typically take 1-2 hours to feel the effects and can last anywhere from 6-10 hours. There are a great number of low THC options available that will help you minimize intoxication. Patience is key when using edibles for the first time, as the onset time is much longer than other products.

How Do Marijuana Tinctures Work?

Tinctures are CBD and THC oil drops that typically contain a carrier oil such as coconut, avocado, or olive oil

With a drop under the tongue, they absorb quickly into the bloodstream and may help provide relief for a variety of chronic symptoms. They can also be added to tea or your favorite drink or soft food.

Why Consider Tinctures?

One of the best aspects of tincture use is the ability to control dosage. Unlike capsules or other solid edibles that contain marijuana extracts, it is easier to moderate intake and build up to a comfort level that suits you best. Try a drop or two at first to get a sense of how it will affect you, and slowly build over future doses.

We've found that many people prefer a consistent number of doses over the course of the day, while others like to dose when their symptoms flare up for immediate relief. Each person is unique in this respect, so our anecdotal evidence is broad and varied.

• Easy to moderate dosage

• Wide variety of strengths and ratios

• Safe, natural ingredients

• Reliable and consistent

• Customizable treatments

Many people need less than what is considered the 'standard' serving size. Using the pipette dropper that comes with each tincture, you can very easily titrate and customize your serving size to best suit your individual needs. The dropper also allows the user to easily administer the same amount each time. When it comes to medicinal usage, consistency is key.

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Choosing the Right Tincture

Tinctures carried by The Novel Tree Medical can be categorized into High CBD, High THC or some ratio of CBD to THC. As a general rule, no tincture will contain more than 100mg of THC. From this point, there are a variety of ratios that descend all the way down to virtually no THC. Depending on your symptoms and what your desired outcome is, our consultants will work with you to find the ideal levels of these components. It's important to keep in mind that there may be some trial and error involved in finding your ideal product. 

We carry a wide variety of tinctures from the best suppliers in Washington, and conduct periodic inspections to ensure quality for our guests.

There are other factors at play in addition to CBD and THC content. Terpenes are naturally occurring botanical compounds found in cannabis. Like other plant-based medicines, it's these organic properties that contribute to your alleviation. Limonene, for example, is a terpene known for relieving stress and anxiety, and also contains antibacterial properties. Our consultants have an extensive knowledge of terpenes and take them into consideration when making a product recommendation.

Visit The Novel Tree Medical in Bellevue and speak to one of our state-certified medical cannabis consultants today!