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UK Medicinal Cannabis Updates | Elios Clinics

Medical Cannabis Treatment Indications

Lile Davidson October 3, 2024

In the UK, medical cannabis can be prescribed for a variety of conditions, primarily when conventional treatments have been ineffective. These conditions include chronic pain (e.g., fibromyalgia, arthritis), multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, cancer pain, chemotherapy-induced nausea, anxiety, PTSD, Tourette’s syndrome, and inflammatory conditions such as Crohn’s disease. Elios Clinics ensures a thorough review of a patient’s medical records to assess eligibility based on these conditions.

Travelling in the UK with CBPM

Lile Davidson October 3, 2024

Traveling with Controlled Drugs and Prescription Medication (CBPM) in the UK requires carrying a copy of the prescription alongside the medicine, which must remain in its original packaging and be clearly labeled.

Travelling Abroad with CBPM

Donna Philips October 3, 2024

When traveling with CBPMs, you should know potential restrictions and regulations in the countries you travel to and from. CBPMs are highly regulated, and some countries may not permit their possession, even with a consultant’s prescription. Therefore, it is recommended to consult with your travel medicine specialist or consultant before travelling with CBPMs. If you have any doubts or questions about traveling with CBPMs, contact the Embassy or Consulate of the countries you visit. To

Sending Prescription to the Pharmacy

Olivier Rolie October 3, 2024

Elios Clinics will provide you with a prescription, but we do not have a dispensing pharmacy. Therefore, we recommend a pharmacy, but you are not obligated to use them. Once your prescription has been approved,the pharmacy will dispense the prescription within 24 hours. Pharmacy Checks: The pharmacy needs to meet specific requirements before they can dispense your medication, which may include completing and returning GDPR documents, proof of address, and photographic ID. Payments: In the

Sharing Information with Your GP

Jack Sisson October 3, 2024

At Elios Clinics, we believe in transparent communication with your healthcare providers. Therefore, we will share information about your consultation and prescription with your GP, so they know your treatment plan and can provide any necessary support unless you request otherwise.

MDT Process

Lile Davidson October 3, 2024

Medical cannabis is an unlicensed medication, so our MDT must review and approve your prescription. Our team meets weekly to discuss prescriptions, and once your prescription has been approved, we will notify you. This typically takes between 2-5 working days after your consultation

Repeat Prescription Process

Olivier Rolie October 3, 2024

In the context of Elios Clinics, repeat prescriptions are available for existing patients through their online portal, simplifying access to ongoing medical cannabis treatment. In cases where a prescribed product/strain is out of stock, Elios Clinics follows a 2% rule: an alternative product with a maximum variation of 2% in THC or CBD concentration can be prescribed to ensure consistency and safety. This helps maintain treatment effectiveness while preventing supply disruptions. Your next Repeat Prescription

Standard Treatment plan

Lile Davidson October 3, 2024

A Standard Treatment plan, which most patients follow. Month 1: Submit assessment form and Initial Consultation Month 2: Follow-up Consultation Month 3: Repeat Prescription Month 4: Repeat Prescription Month 5: Check-up Consultation Month 6: Repeat Prescription Month 7: Repeat Prescription Month 8: Check-up Consultation Month 9: Repeat Prescription Month 10: Repeat Prescription Month 11: Check-up Consultation Month 12: Repeat Prescription As part of your ongoing medicallysupervised treatment, to assess your response to the medication and

Follow-Up Consultations at Elios Clinics

Clark Harrison October 3, 2024

As part of your ongoing medically-supervised treatment, to assess your response to the medication and make any necessary changes to your prescription, it is recommended to schedule a follow-up consultation one month after your initial consultation and then quarterly after that time, subject to your consultant’s advice. A specialist nurse typically performs follow up consultations. Thank you for booking with Elios Clinics. We look forward to meeting you. Your next Follow Up Due date

What to expect during your consultation at Elios Clinics

Donna Philips October 3, 2024

Whether you have a virtual consultation or meet in person, our consultation process at Elios Clinics remains the same. We kindly ask our patients to allow up to 30 minutes for the consultation. Our experienced team will review your relevant medical history, past and current medications, previous therapies, procedures, and treatments, and how your condition affects your day to day life. This comprehensive review will help you and our consultant determine whether medication prescribed through