Day: May 10, 2022

Last updated: September 2026. The short answer CBD gummies are well tolerated by most healthy adults. When side effects happen, they are usually mild: tiredness, a dry mouth, an upset stomach or loose stools, and changes in appetite. They are more likely at higher amounts. The more important risks are interactions with medication, and gummies that contain THC or far more (or less) CBD than the label says, which is why a lab report matters. Possible side effects of CBD gummies In clinical trials, these effects were mostly seen at doses far higher than you would get from gummies (hundreds of milligrams a day, compared with 15 to 30mg from one or two of our gummies) (Huestis et al., 2019). If you notice any side effect, reduce the amount or stop. Side effects that come from the gummy, not the CBD Who should be careful with CBD gummies? Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking CBD gummies if you: Keep gummies out of reach of children and pets: they look and taste like sweets. Can CBD gummies get you high? No. CBD does not cause a high. Gummies that do are THC gummies, which are illegal in Ireland and are not what we sell. Our gummies are THC-free, confirmed by an independent lab report on the product page. Can you take too many CBD gummies? Taking more than the label suggests makes side effects like drowsiness and stomach upset more likely. Stick to the suggested amount; most people take 1 or 2 a day. Our CBD gummies dosage guide explains how to find yours. How CBD can interact with medication The most important thing to know about CBD safety has nothing to do with the gummy itself. It is about the other things you take. Your liver breaks down many medicines using a family of enzymes called cytochrome P450 (often shortened to CYP450). CBD can slow down some of these enzymes. When that happens, another medicine can stay in your body for longer or at a higher level than your doctor intended. This is the same reason some medicines carry a warning not to take them with grapefruit juice. If any of your medicines has that warning, treat it as a signal to ask before adding CBD. Medicines where extra care is needed include: This list is not complete. The simple rule is: if you take any prescription medicine, bring the gummy tub to your GP or pharmacist and ask before you start. They can check your exact medicines in a couple of minutes. What the big safety reviews say In 2018 the World Health Organization’s Expert Committee on Drug Dependence reviewed the evidence on CBD. It concluded that CBD is generally well tolerated with a good safety profile, and that it shows no signs of abuse or dependence potential in humans. That is why CBD is not treated as a controlled drug in Ireland, the UK or the EU. It is also worth knowing where most of the reported side effects come from. Much of the published data comes from clinical trials of a prescription CBD medicine, in which people took very large amounts every day for serious conditions. Those amounts are many times higher than the CBD in a single gummy, and the people taking part were often on several other medicines at the same time. CBD and the liver In those high-dose clinical trials, some people had raised liver enzymes on blood tests, which is a sign the liver is working harder. This was seen mostly at the highest doses and especially in people also taking a medicine called valproate. It is the reason doctors monitor liver tests when prescribing CBD as a medicine. At the amounts found in a food supplement this is much less of a concern, but if you have a liver condition, drink heavily, or take other medicines that affect the liver, speak to your doctor before using CBD. CBD gummies and driving THC-free CBD does not make you high, and most people feel clear-headed on it. However, a small number of people feel drowsy, particularly when they first start or if they take gummies with alcohol. Before you drive or operate machinery, take a gummy on a day when you do not need to, and see how it affects you. Garda roadside drug testing in Ireland checks for cannabis (THC), along with other drugs. CBD is not what the test looks for, but a product contaminated with THC could cause a problem. This is one more reason to choose a THC-free gummy with a lab report for the batch. Signs of a poor-quality CBD gummy Many reported side effects come from badly made or mislabelled products rather than from CBD itself. Independent testing of CBD products sold in Europe has repeatedly found items with less CBD than the label says, and some with THC that should not be there. Watch out for: How to lower the chance of side effects CBD gummies vs CBD oil: pros and cons Gummies: tasty, a set dose, easy on the go; slower to work (30 to 90 minutes), and usually contain sugar and gelatine. Oil: faster (15 to 45 minutes), easy to adjust drop by drop, no sugar; earthy taste. If sugar or gelatine is the issue, our CBD capsules or 10% CBD oil are good alternatives. Read more in are CBD gummies safe to take? Where to buy CBD gummies in Ireland Our CBD gummies contain 15mg of CBD each, 60 per tub, and are THC-free and independently lab tested. Orders placed before 2pm are dispatched the same working day for next-day delivery in Ireland. Disclaimer: CBD is sold as a food supplement. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting a new supplement, especially if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding. Frequently asked questions Can CBD gummies cause headaches? A small number