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3 steps to a cannabis recipe

The medical use of cannabis still requires personal initiative at the moment. To make it easier for you to get the recipe, we recommend that you find out more in advance on our MEDCAN information channel on Telegram . Here you will find important information that can help you ask targeted questions. Through well-founded preparation, you can minimize uncertainty and facilitate dialogue with medical professionals. 

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First contact your family doctor. If necessary, consult a medical professional who specializes in the medical use of cannabis. Insist on your right to try this innovative therapy option.

You can find doctors here.

Get advice

Take advantage of a personal consultation to find out whether and how using cannabis can help with your symptoms. If medically appropriate, your doctor will send a prescription directly to the pharmacy. Find out in advance about forms of intake, varieties and competent pharmacies to avoid duplication. And also get medical assistance to cover the cost of your cannabis medications.

Collection or delivery

After receiving the prescription, go to the pharmacy where you will receive further advice about the medications and how to use them. Depending on your prescription, you can choose between different medications. Decide whether you would like to pick them up directly or have them conveniently delivered to your home.

You can find pharmacies here.

“Every patient has the right to decide for themselves how they want to be treated. It’s his or her health.”

Swiss Society for Cannabis in Medicine (SGCM)

The SGCM is a professional organization committed to a comprehensive understanding of the medical use of cannabis. Through its evidence-based guidelines and therapy recommendations, the SGCM advocates for the appropriate use of cannabis in medical practice.

The SGCM website acts as a central hub for specialist information. Both medical professionals and patients can find PDF files and practical forms here. The site offers therapy recommendations for various diagnoses as well as useful information on driving and support in processing costs covered by health insurance companies and insurers. The SGCM also actively promotes the further development of research in the field of medical cannabinoids.

Contact the specialist organization to deepen your knowledge of the use of cannabis and gain access to this important area of ​​medicine.