Accessing Medical Cannabis
Accessing Medical Cannabis
At Cheap Cannabis, we are committed to providing patients with affordable access to medicinal cannabis while ensuring compliance with Australian laws and regulations. Medicinal cannabis is a prescription-only treatment, and patients must follow the appropriate legal pathways to obtain access. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process of obtaining medicinal cannabis in Australia.
The first step to accessing medicinal cannabis is speaking with a registered doctor or specialist who is familiar with medicinal cannabis treatment options. Not all doctors prescribe medicinal cannabis, so you may need to seek out a practitioner who has experience in this area.
During your consultation, your doctor will assess your medical history and current condition to determine if medicinal cannabis is a suitable treatment option for you. They will discuss the potential benefits and risks and may explore alternative treatments before prescribing medicinal cannabis.
Since medicinal cannabis is not a first-line treatment, doctors must apply for approval through one of the following TGA-approved pathways:
If your doctor is not an Authorised Prescriber, they must apply to the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) on your behalf under the SAS-B pathway.
Approval is usually granted within 24 to 48 hours, after which your doctor can issue a prescription.
Some doctors are Authorised Prescribers, meaning they can prescribe medicinal cannabis directly without requiring additional approval from the TGA.
This can streamline the process, allowing you to receive your prescription faster.
Your doctor will determine which pathway is appropriate based on your medical history and the specific medicinal cannabis product being considered.
Once the TGA has approved your access, your doctor will issue a prescription for medicinal cannabis. This prescription must be filled by a licensed pharmacy or an approved dispensing facility that supplies medicinal cannabis products in Australia.
Cheap Cannabis does not sell medicinal cannabis directly to patients. All products must be obtained through a licensed pharmacy or approved supplier in accordance with Australian regulations.
Patients should follow their doctor’s instructions on dosage and administration to ensure safe and effective use.
Once your prescription has been issued, you can have it dispensed at a pharmacy that stocks medicinal cannabis products. Some pharmacies require pre-ordering, as medicinal cannabis is not always kept in stock. Patients should check with their pharmacy regarding availability and processing times.
The cost of medicinal cannabis varies depending on the product type, concentration, and supply duration. At Cheap Cannabis, we work with licensed suppliers to help ensure affordable access to high-quality medicinal cannabis while remaining fully TGA-compliant.
Medicinal cannabis treatment requires ongoing monitoring by your prescribing doctor. You will need to attend regular follow-up appointments to assess your response to treatment and make any necessary adjustments to your prescription. Your doctor will also review any potential side effects or interactions with other medications.
Medicinal cannabis may be prescribed for patients with chronic conditions or treatment-resistant symptoms when conventional therapies have been ineffective. Eligibility is determined by a registered healthcare professional.
No. Under Australian law, all medicinal cannabis products require a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner. Cheap Cannabis does not sell directly to patients.
If your doctor applies through the Special Access Scheme (SAS-B), approvals typically take 24 to 48 hours. If your doctor is an Authorised Prescriber, they can issue a prescription immediately.
You must obtain your medicinal cannabis through a licensed Australian pharmacy or an approved dispensing service. Some pharmacies may offer delivery services, depending on your location.