Patient Guides — Medical Cannabis UK

Evidence-based guides to help you navigate medical cannabis in the UK — from your first appointment to choosing the right strain and clinic.

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Your Medical Cannabis Journey

Step-by-step guide from eligibility check to first prescription — everything a UK patient needs to know before starting treatment.

Guides: How-to

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How-To

Vaping vs Oils vs Capsules: How to Take Medical Cannabis in the UK

How to take medical cannabis in the UK: vaporisation 170-210 degrees, sublingual oils, capsules timing, titration and va

How-To

How Medical Cannabis Is Prescribed in the UK: The Process Explained

How medical cannabis is prescribed in the UK in 2026: step-by-step process, who can prescribe, Schedule 2 explained, con

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Patient Journey

How to Get a Medical Cannabis Prescription

Entirely online — no GP referral needed. Most patients prescribed within 5–10 days.

Check Your Eligibility

Chronic pain, PTSD, anxiety, insomnia or 10+ other qualifying conditions. Two failed standard treatments required. Free 2-minute eligibility check.

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Book Online Consultation

Choose a licensed UK specialist. Compare fees from £0 to £199. Video appointment typically within 1–5 working days — accept patients from the UK.

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Receive & Compare Prices

Prescription sent digitally to a licensed pharmacy. Delivery UK-wide. Use LeafMe to compare prices across all dispensaries before you order — save up to 40%.

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Medical cannabis is a Schedule 2 controlled drug available on private prescription from GMC-registered specialists.

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