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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.

Driving and CBPMs

Jan Hammond October 3, 2024

CBPMs may make you feel sleepy. Do not drive while taking CBPMs until you know how they affect you. Do not drive if you feel sleepy, dizzy, unable to concentrate or make decisions, or have blurred or double vision. If this happens, do not drive or use tools or machinery. When taking CBPMs, knowing that they may cause drowsiness is important. For this reason, we advise patients to wait until they understand how CBPMs affect

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.

Eligibility assessment form

Lile Davidson October 3, 2024

The Elios Clinics eligibility assessment page outlines the process for accessing medical cannabis treatments. Patients begin by creating an account and completing a questionnaire to determine if medical cannabis is suitable. Clinicians review the application, confirm medical records, and, if approved, invite the patient to a virtual consultation. A multidisciplinary team then evaluates the case, and if appropriate, prescribes cannabis-based treatments. Prescriptions are sent via recorded delivery, and follow-up consultations are scheduled as needed. Existing

Medical Cannabis Treatment

Jan Hammond October 3, 2024

In 2018, cannabis-based medical products (CBMPs) were rescheduled to Schedule 2 in the UK. This allows these products to be prescribed at the discretion of a specialist doctor who is on the GMC Specialist Register. As these products are unlicensed, the prescribing clinician retains responsibility for any negative effects resulting in the use of these prescribed products. Based on GMC guidance, prescribing of CBMPs should only be considered in specific circumstances. Because of this, Elios

Refund & Cancellation policy

Jack Sisson October 3, 2024

We require the consultation fee to be paid in full to secure your booking and begin the complete eligibility check process. In addition, the fee includes a non-refundable deposit of £30 to cover our administrative costs for new consultations and consultations for transferring patients. Before booking a consultation, our team carries out an initial eligibility check. Once the consultation fee is paid, we commence a full eligibility check, which includes contacting your GP and reviewing

Complaints policy

Clark Harrison October 3, 2024

At Elios Clinics, we strive to provide our patients with compassionate and fair treatment. However, if you have any issues with your treatment, you can complain in person, over the phone, or in writing. We take all complaints seriously, as they are essential for continuous service improvements and patient safety. If you need help with making a complaint, please get in touch with our team for assistance.

SOME COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

Lile Davidson October 3, 2024

When starting CBPMs, you may experience side effects: Dizziness Drowsiness Short-term memory loss Red eyes Dry mouth Hunger Nausea Fatigue Paranoia Anxiety Depression lack of energy or feeling weak or unwell constipation or diarrhoea stomach pain Having trouble concentrating Headache Low blood pressure Increased heartrate Diarrhoea Euphoria Blurred vision. If you are prescribed a CBPM and experience any side effects, please report these to your consultant or through the clinic at Elios Clinics. Some people

Clinic costs

Jan Hammond October 3, 2024

We have different packages available Pay as you go option and Subscription option Pay as you Go: INITIAL CONSULTATION: £70 FOLLOW-UP CONSULTATIONS: £60 REPEAT PRESCRIPTIONS: FREE COSTS OF MEDICATION: COST IS DEPENDENT WHAT IS PRESCRIBED. Subscription: £50 Initial £20 Per month You can view the different packages here: https://eliosclinics.com/patient-dashboard/services/

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