CBD dosage Switzerland: the drop calculator for beginners 2026

Using CBD – probably the most frequent question from beginners: „How many drops are right for me?“ The answer is individual, but with a well-thought-out strategy you will find the optimal amount quickly. In this guide you will learn step by step how to choose your personal use of CBD individually – including tables for Swiss 5 %, 10 % and 15 % oils.

Why the right amount is so important

The individual use is a matter of experience – too high an amount does not lead to the goal. The endocannabinoid system is individual: the use is individual. That is why the rule of thumb with CBD is „caution when starting out“.

Calculating the right amount: a step-by-step formula

The individual use depends on several factors: body weight, the goal of use and the sensitivity of your endocannabinoid system. A proven rule of thumb runs: note: individual use of mg of CBD per kilogram of body weight and day.

An example calculation for using CBD

You weigh 70 kg and would like to start with a mild use: 70 × 0,1 = 7 mg of CBD per day. With a 5 % oil, 1 drop corresponds to about 2,5 mg of CBD. So you need about 3 drops per day, ideally spread over 2 servings.

A table by body weight

50 kg: mild dose 5 mg | medium dose 12,5 mg | high dose 25 mg
70 kg: mild 7 mg | medium 17,5 mg | high 35 mg
90 kg: mild 9 mg | medium 22,5 mg | high 45 mg

Using CBD according to the goal of use

With stress and tension

10–25 mg, ideally spread over 2 servings. In the morning and in the afternoon.

For better sleep

15–40 mg, about 60 minutes before going to bed. Take it sublingually for a faster onset of the effect.

With pain

20–50 mg per day, spread over 2–3 servings. With chronic pain a consistent intake over 2–4 weeks can make sense.

How you find your optimal amount

Week 1: begin with 5 mg, 2× daily. Observe the effect, your sleep, your mood.
Week 2: if there is not a sufficient effect, raise the amount carefully, 2× daily.
Week 3: discuss the amount with your doctor if needed.
We give no recommendations on use here. More is not necessarily better.

Using CBD in drops: which concentration for whom?

5 % CBD oil: ideal for beginners, about 2,5 mg of CBD per drop
10 % CBD oil: for regular users, about 5 mg per drop
15 % CBD oil: for experienced users and a higher need, about 7,5 mg per drop
You will find high-grade Swiss full spectrum oils in our CBD Shop Switzerland, in particular our CBD oil Swiss Extract. You will learn more about the effect in our guide to the entourage effect.

FAQ on using CBD

How many drops of CBD oil per day with 5 %?

Beginners start with 3–6 drops per day (corresponding to 7,5–15 mg of CBD), spread over 2 servings.

Can you overdose on CBD?

A real overdose is practically ruled out. Very high doses can make you tired or cause a dry mouth, but they are not dangerous.

When is it best to take CBD?

In the morning for reducing stress, in the evening for better sleep. With chronic matters, ideally constantly 2× daily.

Keeping a diary for the optimal CBD dose

Finding the amount that fits you individually succeeds most reliably with a simple system of notes. Record daily: the time of the intake, the number of drops, the strength of the oil in percent, your body weight, the goal of the intake (sleep, relaxation, sports regeneration) as well as how you feel after 30, 60 and 120 minutes. After ten to fourteen days you will clearly recognise at which amount the desired effect sets in best – without excess.

Improving bioavailability – the absorption in the body

Absorption through the oral mucous membrane is considerably more efficient than swallowing. Hold the drops under your tongue for 60 to 90 seconds before you swallow. That way the active substances reach the blood directly and bypass the first liver metabolism. A small meal with healthy fats – avocado, olive oil, nuts – can additionally increase the absorption by up to fourfold, as a study by the University of Minnesota shows.

Paying attention to interactions with medication

Cannabidiol is broken down via the cytochrome P450 enzyme system in the liver – the same system that also metabolises many prescription medicines. Caution is called for especially with blood thinners, certain antidepressants and antiepileptics. As a matter of principle, speak with your family doctor before taking it if you take medication regularly. A safety gap of two hours between the medicine and the drops is a common recommendation.

Further information

You will find deeper information on using CBD at the FOPH and on Wikipedia.

In short: using CBD

Using CBD correctly is no magic: start low, observe your body closely and increase step by step. With high-grade Swiss oils from HempJoy you always have a constant quality – and thereby a predictable use of CBD too. With individual questions we are glad to help further.