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In New Zealand, medicinal cannabis is available by prescription. There is no single list of qualifying conditions, and taking our eligibility quiz does not guarantee that you will receive a prescription. Instead, an authorised prescriber considers your symptoms, medical history, previous treatments and whether medicinal cannabis could be a suitable option for you.
If you are wondering whether you qualify for medicinal cannabis, your prescriber will generally consider the following:
You do not have to see a specialist cannabis clinic to explore treatment. Any medical practitioner or nurse practitioner registered to practise in New Zealand can prescribe medicinal cannabis products that meet the applicable quality standard. Certain products may also be prescribed by pharmacist prescribers within their legal scope.
Our free eligibility quiz offers a starting point for understanding whether a consultation may be worthwhile. It is not a medical assessment, diagnosis or prescription. A healthcare professional makes the final decision after reviewing your individual circumstances.
Not sure if you qualify? Complete the eligibility quiz above, or learn more about the medicinal cannabis prescription process in New Zealand .
No. You do not need a GP referral to book a consultation with Cannabis Clinic. You can contact a medicinal cannabis clinic directly, or discuss treatment with your existing GP. Your prescriber will review your health history, symptoms and previous treatments before deciding whether a prescription is appropriate.
New Zealand does not have a fixed list of medical conditions that automatically qualify someone for medicinal cannabis. People may seek advice about symptoms such as chronic pain, sleep difficulties or certain neurological conditions, but eligibility depends on a clinician’s assessment of the individual. A particular diagnosis does not guarantee a prescription, and medicinal cannabis may not be suitable for everyone.
The quiz provides an initial indication of whether exploring medicinal cannabis with a healthcare professional may be worthwhile. You can then choose to speak with the Cannabis Clinic team or arrange a consultation. A prescriber will review your symptoms, medical history, current medicines, previous treatments and potential risks before discussing whether treatment is suitable. Completing the quiz does not automatically result in a prescription.
You do not need a special medical cannabis licence or government-issued cannabis card to receive prescribed medicinal cannabis in New Zealand. The legal basis for accessing your medicine is a valid prescription issued by an authorised prescriber and dispensed through a pharmacy. Some clinics offer patient identification cards, but these do not replace your prescription. Read our guide to the medicinal cannabis prescription process for more information.
This information is for general education and does not constitute medical advice. Eligibility and prescribing decisions must be assessed by an authorised healthcare professional.
