Access to Medicinal Cannabis in Australia

How to Access Medicinal Cannabis in Australia

Medicinal cannabis is available in Australia through regulated pathways that require a prescription from a qualified healthcare practitioner. Access is overseen by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).

REGULATED ACCESS

Medicinal cannabis is not available for general sale and must be prescribed by a qualified practitioner.

Access pathways include:

• Special Access Scheme (SAS)

• Authorised Prescriber pathways

These systems ensure treatment decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.

ROLE OF THE PRACTITIONER

A medical practitioner will assess:

• medical history

• current treatment plans

• suitability for this form of therapy

Not all patients will be eligible.

Understanding the consultation and prescribing process can help clarify how access is managed. Patients can learn more about the consultation process and how medicinal cannabis prescriptions in Australia are issued within a regulated clinical framework.

CONSULTATION OPTIONS

Consultations may be conducted via telehealth, allowing patients across Australia to access medical practitioners remotely.

This provides a structured and compliant approach to care.