Yes, absolutely. Since 2018, medical cannabis has been a legal prescription medication. As a patients group, we’re helping people to get access to much-needed medication and to get their prescriptions.

Since medical cannabis was legalized in the UK in 2018, only a few patients have been able to secure NHS prescriptions. A specialist doctor can only prescribe this medicine as a last resort, and NHS prescriptions must be funded.

When used daily for chronic use, medical Cannabis containing high levels of THC is associated with a small risk of habituation and addiction, but the risk is lower than those associated with other classes of medications, including opioid painkillers and benzodiazepines for sleep and anxiety.

When receiving a prescription for cannabinoid medicines a specialist will monitor you closely for signs of addiction and choose products with lower risks based on your symptoms.

There are a variety of conditions that can be treated with medical cannabis when other medications and treatments have not worked. There are benefits for patients suffering from chronic pain, neuropathy, and psychiatric conditions.

You must have tried 2 other treatments without success before considering medical cannabis treatment. Additionally, you must not be suffering from psychosis or schizophrenia.

You can learn more about medical cannabis and how it works by speaking with a patient coordinator. You can also talk to a healthcare professional to discuss your condition and whether medical cannabis is right for you.

After a comprehensive assessment, our team of doctors will determine the best treatment for you utilizing medical cannabis. You and your doctor will discuss your symptoms, current medications, and lifestyle factors. They will also monitor and adjust the medication on a regular basis to ensure the best effect with fewest side effects.

In the UK, all medical cannabis is unlicensed – but don’t worry – although unlicensed, medical cannabis obtained under prescription is 100% legal in the UK. This term is used to describe medicines which are used outside the terms of their agreed UK licence. So, put simply an unlicensed medicine is one that is prescribed for conditions other than those it was originally licensed to treat. Unlicensed medical products can only be supplied to meet the special needs of an individual patient and is a rather common occurence in healthcare.

Unlicensed medicines are used commonly in areas such as in paediatrics, psychiatry and palliative care.

Medical cannabis is currently imported from countries such as Israel, Australia, Canada, and more.

The importation process is very tightly regulated both by the authorities in the UK but also by the exporting country. The products have to be grown, prepared, and packaged to the strictest standards. The UK has some of the highest standards for quality and safety of cannabis medicnes (CBPM’s) in the world.

Medical cannabis is a plant and the industry is relatively young. This can mean that supply can fluctuate either due to a poor harvest, a regulatory change or a delayed shipment. However, 2022 has seen much more stability and we work closely with our partners to keep your medications available.

Medical cannabis is very different to what most of us are aware of. Recreational cannabis are strains usually bred to produce very high amounts of THC and little else to maximise the “high” or psychoactive effect.

Many patients need their medical cannabis to treat their symptoms, but allow them to live and work normally. Your doctor will prescribe appropriately so the right balance of THC, CBD and strain allow you the right quality of life.

Generally, a strong THC product is used just before bed time to aid with sleep

In general, costs can range from £60 to £300 a month, depending on the condition and the individual’s circumstances.

In many cases, consultations can be conducted remotely via Zoom due to the digital nature of the entire process.

We exclusively see patients via video appointments. This means you don’t have to worry about visiting a far away clinic or taking lots of time off work. Just find a quiet, private space to hold your appointment.

Following your first doctor’s appointment, you’ll need to follow up with your doctor to check in on your progress.

You will then need to see your doctor every 3 months to review your condition and response to medical cannabis.

Not at all. Upon being deemed stable by your doctor, you can order a repeat prescription online. A repeat prescription must match your previous prescription exactly, any changes will require a doctor’s appointment. It is required that you need to see a doctor for a video appointment at least once every 3 months.

After your appointment, your Doctor will write your prescription and will send it to your nominated pharmacy. Depending on stock levels some may be delivered within a couple of days, whilst others may take a week.

The answer is technically yes, but the majority of high-street pharmacies are unlikely to dispensing medical cannabis. Medcann Pharmacy is our preferred dispensary, a digital-first pharmacy that delivers directly to your door. The prescription can, however, be sent to another pharmacy if you wish.