How it works
We have optimized the process of obtaining a cannabis prescription and purchasing medical cannabis for you. In just a few steps, you can get closer to your individual therapy. Find out here how simple and transparent the process is.
Medical Benefits: Why Buy a Cannabis Prescription and Medical Cannabis?
Medical cannabis has become increasingly important in modern medicine in recent years. Its diverse therapeutic properties make it a valuable option for patients and doctors:
- Natural approach: As a herbal remedy, cannabis offers an alternative to synthetic drugs.
- Versatile effect: The cannabinoids in the plant can address different symptoms simultaneously.
- Individualized therapy: Different varieties and dosage forms allow the treatment to be tailored to the individual patient.
- Lower potential for addiction: Compared to some conventional medications such as opioids.
- Few side effects: Many patients report fewer side effects compared to other therapies.
- Supporting the endocannabinoid system: Cannabis can help regulate important body functions.
- Potential long-term effects: Possible positive effects on the course of the disease, not just symptom relief.
- Improvement in quality of life: Many patients report an increase in general well-being.
Medical cannabis offers a holistic treatment approach that has the potential to significantly improve patients' quality of life. Research in this field is constantly progressing and opening up new perspectives in medicine. Specialist medical advice is essential to weigh up the individual benefits and possible risks.
🥦 Become a cannabis patient nowFor which illnesses and symptoms can a prescription for medical cannabis be issued?
Medical cannabis can help with various illnesses and symptoms. A doctor can give you a private prescription if your treatment is medically justified and other therapies are not working sufficiently. Here you will find an overview of common areas of application:
Legal information: Buy cannabis prescription and medical cannabis
Since the law was changed in 2017, it is possible to get a cannabis prescription and buy medical cannabis legally in Germany. Here is important legal information:
- Prescription required: Medical cannabis is prescription-only and can only be purchased in pharmacies with a valid prescription.
- Medical prescription: Any licensed physician may issue a cannabis prescription if he or she deems it medically necessary.
- Narcotics prescription: The prescription must be issued as a special narcotics prescription (BtM prescription).
- Coverage of costs: Statutory health insurance companies can cover the costs if other treatment options have been exhausted. Alternatively, a private prescription is possible.
- Home cultivation: The private cultivation of cannabis for medical purposes is not permitted in Germany.
- Driving license: Patients with a cannabis prescription can keep their driving license as long as they are fit to drive.
- Travel: Within the EU, carrying medical cannabis is usually permitted with the appropriate documents. Special regulations apply to other countries.
- Quality standards: Medical cannabis is subject to strict quality controls and must meet the requirements of the Medicines Act.
It is important to stress that these regulations only apply to medical cannabis. Possession and consumption of cannabis without a doctor's prescription remains illegal. To purchase medical cannabis, a valid cannabis prescription is essential. Patients should always adhere to the legal requirements and work closely with their doctor to ensure safe and effective treatment.
🥦 Become a patient nowQuality and safety when obtaining cannabis prescriptions and medical cannabis
When prescribing cannabis prescriptions and purchasing medical cannabis, quality and safety are paramount. Our partners ensure the highest standards through their network of verified doctors and pharmacies:
- EU GDPR compliant: All patient data is treated by the partners strictly in accordance with the requirements of the European General Data Protection Regulation.
- Verified doctors: The partner platforms work with carefully vetted doctors who are qualified to prescribe medical cannabis.
- Certified pharmacies: The partners cooperate exclusively with licensed and regularly inspected pharmacies that meet the highest quality standards.
- Secure supply chain: From production to delivery, every step is strictly monitored to ensure the quality and purity of the medical cannabis.
- Transparent origin: All cannabis products are traceable and come from controlled cultivation facilities.
- Regular quality controls: The medical cannabis is regularly tested for purity, active ingredient content and possible contaminants.
- Secure data transmission: The partner platforms use the latest encryption technologies to protect your data.
- Expert advice: Experts from partner platforms are available to answer questions about cannabis prescriptions and safe use.
Working with these carefully selected partners ensures the highest quality and safety in the provision of cannabis prescriptions and access to medical cannabis. Your well-being and safety are our partners' top priority.
This is the process in detail
Do you want to know exactly what to expect? Here you will find a detailed description of every single step on your way to a cannabis prescription and the purchase of medical cannabis. We value transparency and comprehensibility so that you feel safe and well informed.
Fill out the questionnaire
Your journey to medical cannabis starts here. Complete our detailed online questionnaire, designed specifically for your health needs. Tell us about your symptoms, previous treatments and medical history. This information will help our doctors to understand your situation holistically and prepare the best possible advice. The questionnaire is confidential and GDPR compliant, so your data is safe.
Treatment fee
After completing the questionnaire, a treatment fee is due. This covers the specialist assessment of your case. Once payment is received, your case will be assigned to a specialist doctor. He will carefully review your information and prepare an individual consultation. If necessary, we will contact you for additional information or invite you to a video appointment to discuss your treatment options in detail.
Prescription transmission
If the doctor decides that medical cannabis is suitable for you, he or she will issue an electronic prescription. You will immediately receive an email with your personalized treatment instructions. The e-prescription is sent directly and securely to the pharmacy you have chosen. This digital process guarantees a quick and smooth process so that you can start your therapy promptly.
Shipping of goods
The selected pharmacy receives your e-prescription and prepares your medical cannabis. They package it discreetly and ship it safely to your specified address. You can track the shipping status and are informed of the expected delivery time. This way, you receive your medication conveniently and reliably, without additional travel or waiting times at the pharmacy.
Fill out the questionnaire
Your journey to medical cannabis starts here. Complete our detailed online questionnaire, designed specifically for your health needs. Tell us about your symptoms, previous treatments and medical history. This information will help our doctors to understand your situation holistically and prepare the best possible advice. The questionnaire is confidential and GDPR compliant, so your data is safe.
Treatment fee
After completing the questionnaire, a treatment fee is due. This covers the specialist assessment of your case. Once payment is received, your case will be assigned to a specialist doctor. He will carefully review your information and prepare an individual consultation. If necessary, we will contact you for additional information or invite you to a video appointment to discuss your treatment options in detail.
Prescription transmission
If the doctor decides that medical cannabis is suitable for you, he or she will issue an electronic prescription. You will immediately receive an email with your personalized treatment instructions. The e-prescription is sent directly and securely to the pharmacy you have chosen. This digital process guarantees a quick and smooth process so that you can start your therapy promptly.
Shipping of goods
The selected pharmacy receives your e-prescription and prepares your medical cannabis. They package it discreetly and ship it safely to your specified address. You can track the shipping status and are informed of the expected delivery time. This way, you receive your medication conveniently and reliably, without additional travel or waiting times at the pharmacy.
Frequently asked questions about cannabis prescriptions and buying medical cannabis
Do you have questions about medical cannabis? We have the answers. Here you will find a compilation of the most frequently asked questions about the prescription, use and legal status of medical cannabis in Germany. This FAQ section is intended to help you quickly find important information and give you a better understanding of the possibilities of medical cannabis therapy.
When can you get cannabis as a medicine?
From April 1, 2024, doctors will prescribe medical cannabis via electronic prescription like other medicines. The prescription is no longer subject to the Narcotics Act, except for nabilone.
For which illnesses is cannabis prescribed?
Cannabis is often prescribed in addition to existing medications. Areas of use include persistent pain, muscle cramps in multiple sclerosis, nausea and vomiting as a result of chemotherapy or unwanted weight loss, for example in AIDS.
Is medical cannabis legal in Germany?
As of April 1, 2024, medical cannabis is no longer a narcotic in Germany.
How much does 1g of cannabis cost in the pharmacy?
The sales price for medical cannabis in pharmacies was adjusted to 5.80 euros per gram as of July 1, 2023. For private prescriptions, the costs may vary.
Who gets cannabis as a painkiller?
Cannabis-based medicines are used particularly for chronic nerve pain, spasticity in multiple sclerosis and loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting in cancer.
How do you get a prescription for medical cannabis?
A doctor can issue both a statutory health insurance and a private prescription if he or she considers it medically necessary. The process is often simpler and faster with private prescriptions. In addition, private prescriptions do not appear in the official medical record.
What are the requirements for a cannabis prescription?
There must be a medical need and other treatment options should not have been sufficiently effective or have had too severe side effects.
What is the process for obtaining medical cannabis?
The process involves a medical consultation and the issuing of a prescription. In the case of statutory health insurance prescriptions, approval by the health insurance company follows. In the case of private prescriptions, the medication can be obtained directly from the pharmacy, which speeds up the process and is more discreet, as it does not appear in the medical record.
What are the benefits of a private prescription for medical cannabis?
A private prescription often offers faster access to therapy, more flexibility in choosing the type of cannabis and avoids lengthy approval procedures with health insurance companies. Important to know: Private prescriptions do not appear in the official medical record, which offers more discretion.
How much does a private prescription for cannabis cost?
The cost of a private prescription varies depending on the quantity and type prescribed. Patients bear the costs themselves, but often have a wider choice of products, faster access to treatment and more discretion, as the prescription does not appear in the medical record.