RSO Dosing for Beginners: A Week-by-Week Micro-Dose Schedule & Official Chart

You have your powerful Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) syringe, but you might be intimidated by its potency. This guide is your essential, step-by-step map to starting your RSO journey safely and effectively. We focus on the fundamental rule of “Start Low, Go Slow” to help you build tolerance and minimize uncomfortable side effects.

This article provides a clear, weekly RSO dosing schedule designed to remove the guesswork and help your body adapt to this potent, full-spectrum cannabis extract.

Understanding RSO Dosage: The “Grain of Rice” Analogy

For new users, RSO is often measured using the size of a dry grain of rice. This common measurement is approximately 0.05 ml of oil, which typically contains between 25–40 mg of THC (depending on the batch potency).

However, the actual RSO starting dose for a true beginner is even smaller: half the size of a grain of rice (approx. 0.025 ml). Here is why we emphasize starting so small:

• Potency: RSO typically contains 60%–80%+ THC.
• Metabolism: When you ingest RSO, your liver converts THC into the far more potent compound, 11-hydroxy-THC. This leads to a stronger, much longer-lasting effect than smoking or vaping.

Allowing your body to slowly adapt through a proper RSO titration method is crucial for long-term success.

Official RSO Dosing Schedule: The 4-to-5-Week Titration Plan

The goal of this schedule is to slowly and safely increase your intake over several weeks to find your optimal therapeutic level while minimizing the psychoactive effects (drowsiness or feeling “too high”).

RSO Dose Chart: The Beginner’s Weekly Schedule

Week	Dose Frequency (Doses per Day)	Individual Dose Size	Total Daily Dose Equivalent	Dosing Focus
Week 1	3 (Every 8 hours)	Half a grain of rice	1.5 grains of rice	Acclimation. Take your first dose in the evening to manage drowsiness.
Week 2	3 (Every 8 hours)	One full grain of rice	3 grains of rice	Tolerance Building. Begin monitoring daytime effects and adjust slowly.
Week 3	3 (Every 8 hours)	Two grains of rice	6 grains of rice	Steep Increase. Expect heightened effects. Increase by only 1-2 grains per day as needed.
Week 4	3 (Every 8 hours)	Four grains of rice	12 grains of rice	Approaching Target. Your tolerance should be stabilizing significantly now.
Weeks 5-12+	3 (Every 8 hours)	Target Daily Dose	1 Gram per Day	Therapeutic Level. Maintain this level for the remainder of your desired protocol length.

Practical Tips for Measuring and Taking Your RSO Dose

Using the RSO Syringe Accurately

• Warming the Oil: Advise gently warm the syringe (hold it in your hand for a few minutes or run under warm water) to make the oil viscous and easier to dispense for accurate RSO syringe dosing.
• Dispensing: Dispense the oil onto a non-porous surface, like a small piece of chocolate, a cracker, or even directly onto a small spoon.

Maximizing RSO Absorption

To improve bioavailability and increase the potency of your dose, always take RSO with a high-fat snack (peanut butter, coconut oil, yogurt, or full-fat milk). Cannabinoids are fat-soluble and will be absorbed much more effectively.

Troubleshooting Common RSO Side Effects

The primary side effect when starting RSO is drowsiness or sleepiness. This is completely normal and expected, especially in the first few weeks.

• Manage Sleepiness: Take the largest dose of the day right before bed to use the sedating effect for restful sleep. Daytime sleepiness typically fades as you reach Weeks 3-4 and your tolerance increases.
• If You Feel Too High: If you feel uncomfortable or dizzy, do not panic. Lay down, rest, and hydrate. Some users find that taking a small amount of pure CBD oil can help temper the intense effects of THC.

We highly recommend keeping a simple log (date, time, dose size, effects) to accurately track your progress and tolerance level.

Conclusion: Patience is Key to Your RSO Journey

The journey with RSO is a marathon, not a sprint. Follow the “Start Low, Go Slow” rule, listen to your body, and utilize this RSO dose chart as your guide.

Important Disclaimer: This is an informational guide and does not constitute medical advice. You must consult a licensed healthcare professional familiar with cannabis therapies before starting any RSO protocol.