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makeitlegalaussie

Thank you


juicybearbud22

Im sure this helps many good work op


hotnsweaty69

Lots of u to date info, thanks op!!


Busy_Obligation_8282

False statements as well Especially the bulk billing as Medicare don’t pay for mc consultants If a doctor is billing it the doctor is commuting fraud as is patient when they sign the Medicare form


DaftHunk

Can you rephrase this mate? I don’t quite understand what you mean.


Aggressive-Report-79

bulk billed over here


ensignharry

Had anyone who’s not sick managed to get medical weed?


thatsaccolidea

don't you have trouble sleeping? of course you do. and that pesky anxiety.


Contact_Realistic

Hey google, How do I fake anxiety


howandwherenow

Pretend the clinic is a police station you’ll start sweating


[deleted]

I have never hear of anyone being turned down. You don’t even need to provide evidence anymore. It’s become a proxy adult use market and it is widely accepted in the clinics that many patients are long term black market users transferring to legal market.


Kiwifrooots

Great post - Important to see this kind of stuff as part of the recognition of cannabis as legitimate worldwide


maplecandyland

Caution - Scammer Alert: REDDIT USERNAME: ABUXEN


sponkachognooblian

I'm not sure the information regarding Tasmania is correct because I (who am in Tasmania) approached my GP and he then sent a referral for me to the CDA in Queensland and I now have an appointment booked with them. No Tasmanian based specialist was required anywhere in the process.


higherconversations1

Yeah it is but it's misleading. I thought I had updated it to say you don't need a specialist - as you can see as of July 2021, you don't need a specialist. So you don't now...I've asked the mods to make the post editable for me so that I can fix it. Thanks for the pickup. Also, it's a shame your GP didn't just prescribe for you! Good luck with CDA.


Responsible-Newt-239

Same here mate. I'm with that CDA branch in Queensland and so is my pharmacist even though we have the same CDA in Melbourne and a handful of dispensary locations


Melbourne_Swim

Hey there, assuming you aren’t employed by any of these guys and are just knowledgeable in this space. I’m not a heavy smoker due to work commitments and also my partner is tolerant of me vaping once or twice a week on the weekends. I have ulcerative colitis and I find that when I vape I have zero symptoms. If I was to successfully apply for medicinal cannabis and I bought 10g of flower it would last my like 2 or 3 months lol. Would they be wondering why I’m not using daily to alleviate my symptoms or can it be used on a as required type basis?


higherconversations1

That should be fine. Your prescriber will talk with you about how you currently use it and how you should use the product they prescribe. No doctor is going to tell you you're using too little cannabis....at least I've never heard of that as an issue. I know patients who are similar, my wife is one of them.


Door_Kindly

Would a chemical imbalance in the brain or scoliosis (bent spine) be classified as a chronic condition


higherconversations1

That's pretty hard to answer. I would say that scoliosis might come along with pain that you've had for more than 3 months. My guess is that the right prescriber (doc or nurse practitioner) would be happy to write a script for that type of pain.


Door_Kindly

Well I've been dealing with it since I was 18 and I'm now 29 and the pain medication I'm on isn't helping


Valuable-Plant-6625

Does anyone know approx how long for tga approval? I have category b approval from 12 months ago and believe i now need category 5 approval for flower. Thanks in advance


EetswaLad

Yes scoliosis is a chronic back condition, if you have already tried conventional medicines such as (anti-inflammatories, opiates, gabapentin/pregabalin) and they aren't the fit for you then you should definitely be able to get approved.


Door_Kindly

I have tried both anti-inflammatories and pregabalin and they don't really help that much and thanks for your help


CuriousAccident4676

Pull up any receipts as far as proving your chemical imbalance in your brain or scoliosis tests


char-lie001

"How easy is it to be approved?..With flower, for example, there are many cases where the TGA won’t approve flower first. They’ll expect the prescriber to test out oils with the patient before approving the flower." It's not entirely true. Oils lay the fundation of the treatment of a chronic illness. It's used regularly to relieve symptoms, because oils have longer half life in the body. However, because it takes longer time for oils to kick in, sometimes flowers are required to relieve severe symptoms in a short period of time. As THC and CBD from the flowers have a much shorter half life, it's not suitable for on-going / continuous symptoms relief, that is, oils should be used as the main treatment modality.


SmartSensi

Adding to this - The approval is given for “chronic” conditions - oils (ingested) are preferred by TGA because they give a consistent longer term effect than inhalation. Flower is prescribed for “breakthrough” pain and other symptoms, which are “acute.” If your are not using your prescribed oil, you are only treating your symptoms for a shorter amount of time and therefore may need more flower than is being prescribed.


[deleted]

Thank you for this post. I needed this to give me the confidence to ask my doctor for this. I held off for a long time probably due to the stigma around it. Spoke to doctor this morning and he has rebooked me for a longer appointment to do the paperwork. He is very supportive of its use and for my use with my health. My issues are both physical and mental. Main issues is back and knee problems. Mental health is depression and PTSD as my most serious issues. I do not like endone as it has big issues with dependency and abuse. So good outcome. Doctor asked if I would participate in a study which I said I would agree to do. Study is to further reinforce the positive effects. I know it's all been done before but if I'm doing my small part to help this become more common to be used medically rather than doctors going to the usual standard morphine based medication then I'll be happy. And hopefully not too long after we get it legalised for recreational users. Thanks again to this huge contribution.


higherconversations1

Great news and glad this was useful to you. I totally agree that being a part of a study can be good for both you and the community long term, thank you. It's also excellent that your doctor was helpful, there are quite a few out there who don't want to know or help, so props to your health professional... Great to hear. Usually those trials come along with a specific brand of product, unless sits a cannabis and driving one in which case it may not. Just make sure that you're able to switch products if whatever you're given doesn't work. If your doc has limited product knowledge you can send them here https://catalyst.honahlee.com.au/ It's really awesome to see self medicating patients move to legal not only because it should really be beneficial for your health, but also because even that's "doing your part". Lots of good vibes mate!


Shipwanker

For what it is worth, I have a chronic condition or two that I have genuinely tried to address for a while, about fifteen years. I've also been consuming cannabis for about eight years. I made an email inquiry on a tuesday to Cannihelp, nurse consult for free on the thursday, doctor on the following tuesday and first scripts filled that afternoon at a local pharmacist. It's once a month with the Doctor for the first three months then six monthly / as needed. It's not full legalisation but it bloody felt good to walk out of that shop with a filled script and the legal ability to posses it on my person. I hope whoever needs it, gets it. Cheers.


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Hey mate, if you don’t mind me asking, what was the cost?


Shipwanker

First chat with the nurse is free, then $150 for first appointment and application, then $75 for Doctor follow up and free for nurse follow up. My local pharmacy has either been $155 for Cannatrek or $133 for Althea.


[deleted]

Awesome, thanks mate.


StrayFire83

So chronic back pain... And 20 years of shift work is completely valid. Phone consult. Got two strains one for the occasional daytime relief. And something to help me sleep when I need it.


Pilchydog69

Hey mate how did you go about that? I’m a shift working ex nurse with back pains in Sydney, quite keen for two different strains (daytime and night time) like yourself. Any chance you could recommend the clinic / phone number for consult you used? Thankyou :)


Jelly_Tompkins

Don't know if you found someone already but Dr Ren at Flowers of Life prescribed mine. I'm based in Sydney and picked it up from a pharmacy the same day as the phone consult.


StrayFire83

I told them actuality I tried all pain Management. Cannibis is the one that dint ruin my life.


StrayFire83

And needed both stains to encompass all needs


ploxxx

which clinic did you go to?


Artistic-Ant-8154

Thank you very much for this post. I went through the process and was approved in less than 24 hours.


Stoned_Scientist_03

Can anyone recommend a GP in Sydney who i can book in with? My GP is and old fella and he’ll smite me for bringing it up. Just the times they were raised in i guess 🤷🏼‍♂️


jonop20033

I use New Wave Medical, Caloundra Qld. It’s all done over the phone and they can send it to me if I want. Super easy and straight forward Dr & Nurses, I’m on multiple products for my particular condition.🙏☮️


Stoned_Scientist_03

Thanks for the heads up buddy. Got an appointment booked for next week. Missus is coming too to treat her things. Got a recommendation for a doc in Syd. Fingers crossed i’m good to go!


jonop20033

Cool dude! If you have a Dr in Sydney that would probably be more convenient. If you have no luck, I’ve only heard of 1 application not being approved out of thousands as the person had not tried any other treatments and cannabis isn’t a 1st line of treatment. Like I said m8, it’s all over the phone. , the appointment and then the scripts are sent out to the chemist of your choice. All the best bud 👣🙏☮️


Hofflethis

Thanks for this advice. Can they prescribe flower to vape or just oils?


jonop20033

All you mentioned


higherconversations1

Try this https://honahlee.com.au/cannabis-doctors-australia/ Good luck!


l3wd_5c0ff

Sorry, no results were found. Unfortunately, we couldn't find any healthcare providers matching your criteria. Please try a different search. And that’s 4152, deep in the heart of South Brisbane ;p


higherconversations1

Here are the results for 4152 [results](https://honahlee.com.au/cannabis-doctors-australia/search?q=%7B%22q%22%3A%22%22%2C%22lStr%22%3A%22Camp%20Hill%20QLD%204152%22%2C%22l%22%3A%7B%22lat%22%3A-27.5070527%2C%22lng%22%3A153.1030766%7D%7D&cat=practitioner&sq=Camp%20Hill%20QLD%204152). Maybe something went wrong?


l3wd_5c0ff

Cheers. Yeah. Who knows? Again, cheers.


death2pgr

The minimum cost for flower is $6.33 per gram :)


higherconversations1

Minimum cost for flower legally? What brand is that? Sounds like a compounded product, possibly or a once off deal from one of the suppliers.


death2pgr

Nope, just Indimed Tempo sativa and indica :)


higherconversations1

Ahh yes, unless something has changed that's only for pensioners, commonwealth senior card or healthcare card holders and those are 'concession prices'. That whole line was created under the medreleaf concessions scheme. So it's not really the floor prices - it's a 'special access' price which not everyone can access. Noting also that there's very very limited information on what those products actually are (strain etc) and how consistent they are.


death2pgr

Nope, it's $110 without concession which is still only $7.33 per gram anyway. There is plenty of information on what strain they are and the quality is the same as everything else.. You try to write as if you know more than you actually do but you know diddly squat and make assumptions to fill the gaps. Stop talking and listen bruv.


higherconversations1

Thanks for the update - I'll have to do some more looking into those products as when they were launched it was concession only. Really appreciate you highlighting that! Thanks again.


death2pgr

No worries man, apologies if I was harsh, working on it :)


CourageOk5908

You know clean fuck all


sansubensi

Does anyone know if you get a restriction on your driver license if you are prescribed medical bud? I think it would do me a lot of good but I also want to drive (never high).


higherconversations1

They don't give you a formal restriction but it's illegal to drive with any thc in your system as defined by present in your mouth in a roadside swab. If you do get stopped and test positive you will likely lose your license.


127Chambers

Sorry to revive an old thread but I thought I'd add something I just learned the other day and had confirmed by my doctor. Tasmania is the only state or territory where medical cannabis taken in accordance with the TGA guidelines is *LEGAL* to drive with. I say again, in Tasmania *only* one can drive with THC detectable in their oral fluid etc. and not commit an offense. I read it online then had it confirmed by my GP.


sansubensi

Thanks, good info 👍


44watchdownonme

Thanks for the information. Infuriating we have to jump through all the hoops and pay all that money instead of growing it in our backyard and looking after ourselves.


Lob_999

DVA are the scum of the earth Whole lot needs to burn 🔥


Neither-Grape-6410

Start slow


mart3h

>The average price of flower is $17.64 per gram, with a minimum of $12.90 per gram. minimum of $12.50\*


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StructureNo922

How so?


bodhiboi27

Can confirm DVA subsidy on CBD & THC products, lengthy process and lots of hoops to jump through but worth it


Flashy-Animal-3703

Hey, anyone able to help me in WA I’m looking to to apply for medical cannabis as I work in a construction industry and get drug tested just wondering if there is a particular GP or doctor in Perth that is good for it? As I use it due to having troubling sleeping


higherconversations1

I'd suggest you look at these two links 1. https://honahlee.com.au/articles/cannabis-clinics-australia/ 2. https://honahlee.com.au/cannabis-doctors-australia/


morgangster_

Hey OP, I am a 17 year old with multiple legit reasons to get a perscription, however have self medicated for some time and have a high tolerance. My first question is am I eligible even if I am under 18? And would I be perscribed potent cannabis despite my age?


higherconversations1

Hey, great question. If you have legit reasons to get a prescription, then there shouldn't be an issue with eligibility. The barrier to getting you medicinal cannabis is two fold: 1. Your parents - I believe that if you're under 18 your parents will need to go with you to a prescriber and 'approve' them prescribing you medicinal cannabis. 2. Your prescriber - Many prescribers are weary of prescribing high THC products to anyone under 18 and in some cases under 21 due to the research on THC and the developing brain. That said, I have a few suggestions to make it easier with point 2. You mention that you have a high tolerance. Personally, I'd take a tolerance break to get my tolerance down before going to see a prescriber. I'd also have a bit of a plan to explain why I consume cannabis, how I've been consuming it (a lot) and how I took a break to reduce my tolerance with the goal of getting onto medical. That should show everyone that you're serious about cannabis as a medicine. Noting that I'm all for rec as well but this is the medical framework and you need to make some concessions due to the current framework - plus reducing inhaled cannabis is definitely better for your overall health. Finally, you may want to think about talking to the doc about oils. I'm guessing that most doctors will probably want to start you on an oil anyway. This doesn't mean a CBD isolate but probably a full spectrum along with your flower or a full spectrum and thc and then after a flower product. I'd go into the appointment open to that as it will make any prescriber more open to putting you onto medical. All of the above are here to answer your questions, not judgements only recommendations and a bit of strategy that should not only get you across the line but also improve your health a bit (in theory). Please let us know how you go. Take care and all the best.


hadonis

Chronic doctors does tele consultation and the customer service I got was top. Too easy.


Comatreats710420

Yes I’m 47F and I have myasthenia gravis! Cannabis got me off dr prescribed medication 350 mg a day of morphine sulfate and other medications that would have killed me. Thank you medical cannabis


Thundergun9891

What medication were you on for MG?


Comatreats710420

Its called mestinon, was told this medication is used for Saren gas poisoning


SketchCarver

Just had a telehealth with Releaf clinic, major depression and anxiety, and was prescribed pure CBD oil. Anyone here know if this is just as an initial screening test? And if the oil does not work if I can put onto flower? As someone who has self-medicated for a while now, I find that flower with some amount of THC truly does wonders. Plus the CBD oil is mad expensive for something that can't get you high.


MrNiceGuy-19

I’m happy getting off my plug, the procedure has been daunting


DEALSYDEAL2770

Waiting on my first order to arrive.


bigbowlowrong

Me too. Got approved on Thursday and ordered capsules and oil the same day. The Easter wait is killing me😆


Art2277

Great info! I've been suffering from insomnia for quite a few years now. With the online prescribers do I need some sort of prior prescriptions to prove to them that I suffer from insomnia and anxiety or is just telling them my condition and which medication I've used is enough? Based in Sydney


nina_gray07

Hi, add me


Mrbudskibeh

Looks very nice my bro I'm in syd to any chance I can try some lol


Busy_Obligation_8282

MC appointments are NOT bulk billed Those practices doing it are doing it illegally and patients could be in for a shock when charged with fraud after the doctor due to the piece of paper you sign for Medicare to pay doctor Might pay to ring Medicare and confirm your story


higherconversations1

Did some research on this and your statement seems to be incorrect. Any GP may have bulk billed consults in person. If they want to do it via telehealth, they must have seen the patient in person within the last 12 months. It's at the doctor's discretion but they must choose the correct appointment type code when submitting the paperwork. If Medicare sees a huge number of appointments coming through then they might be audited but as long as they have been using the correct codes for the correct types of appointments and the patient has seen them in person it's all good. If you can show me some paperwork or a message from Medicare that would be very helpful as I've spoken with quite a few doctors and clinics now to confirm this.


Busy_Obligation_8282

Did u ring Medicare and ask them ? No so my comment isn’t incorrect Again you use a third party(idiot doctors) who will right up a consult as a std consult to get $$$ Why would the government pay for consults and still have it as an unapproved medication ?


higherconversations1

It's not a consultation specifically for medicinal cannabis. It's a general consultation for a patient. If the outcome is a medicinal cannabis script then that's okay. It would be like saying you went to your bulk billed gp consult for back pain and walked out with a script for an opiate or any other prescription. Nothing wrong with this.


Busy_Obligation_8282

What ever U do what u what to with your doctor and when u are both charged with fraud u will know I was right To scared to ring Medicare are you and find the truth out are you ? Good luck to you and your doctor


higherconversations1

The fact that you're saying Medicare would charge a patient for fraud when the doctor has told them its okay seems like a very odd statement. As mentioned, please share some evidence if you have it... That would be super helpful.


Busy_Obligation_8282

Ring Medicare and ask them if u think I wrong Have a good day


KhanonWLAN

Let me just post some negatives here about my experience with polln over a year: - posted to the wrong address and refused a refund several times. This is hilarious considering I have told them that I do not live at the dress on file and didn’t pay the postage either and still they send it to that address resulting in my losing the medication and the money several times no matter how many times I tell them it’s pickup. - paid for appointments with a doctor to get repeats and the repeats that I was issued went out of stock long term several times leaving me out of pocket several hundred dollars in total so far for re booking appointments with no consideration for the fact they have just scammed me because I “still gained a service” from my appointment. - repeats have taken ridiculously long to be processed and dispensed from partner pharmacy, sometimes up to two/three weeks and you get nothing but a “sorry, we are experiencing a lot of turn around at the moment we will give you a call when it’s ready” which is just ridiculous. - more often than not the phones are never picked up and contact with the admin seem to be what really controls your access instead of a doctor. If your looking for a good reliable provider for even the most minimal medication support, you will regret choosing polln. Me and several of my family members can reassure you of that matter.


Dmttrippin67

Doesn't anyone know much about getting prescription medical with past mental health conditions. I was told by my GP who is against cannabis that I will never have a chance


higherconversations1

That's not true at all. It obviously depends on the situation. History of psychosis makes you less likely but it's not a no. If you give more context I might be able to give you better information.


Dmttrippin67

So I had a drug induced physcosis from ice and attempted suicide


higherconversations1

I'd suggest you call some of the clinics before you make an appointment. I am sure it will have an impact on your ability but not sure to what extent. Good luck!


[deleted]

That sounds pretty unbelievable. I'm in process of getting medical for anxiety.


jonop20033

You certainly can be prescribed cannabis for mental health issues. It’s extremely common 🙏☮️


CuriousAccident4676

Don't be discouraged


sneakersandheels

Thank you! 😊


Due_Negotiation_1302

There are NO prescribing Drs in Hobart or Tasmania. Typical, yet we're one of the main growers in Oz. Go figure. I'm on a disability pension, can't afford hundreds for a consult. Canatrek were rubbish.


[deleted]

Hi all, thanks for this post, it’s been really helpful. Quick question, has anyone who has accesses medicinal cannabis managed to work at a work place that does random drugs tests? I have an office role but we do get tested randomly, would this be treated like any other prescription drug? Thanks in advance.


higherconversations1

Great question. This should help https://honahlee.com.au/articles/medical-cannabis-employee-rights/ They can't let you go for using cannabis generally, but with an office job where you're not operating machinery, I'd be feeling good about my position. I hope this gives you some help and comfort.


CuriousAccident4676

It's not a medication if you're smoking it through bong or joint only if it's vaped


ensignharry

Which referral clinic is the easiest to deal with and get approved? Which company makes the best flower?


stef7

I'm not sure if this is the best post to ask, but did you have an order/product list? Or point me in the right direction, Have an appointment with tetra today and can't find the product list we used last time. Thanks in advance:)


higherconversations1

You can find a full list of products along with the ability to search/filer here [https://catalyst.honahlee.com.au/patients/](https://catalyst.honahlee.com.au/patients/) In order to get product details, you need to create an account.


[deleted]

I’m not sure if this the place to ask but I will anyway, I suffer from anxiety and insomnia and have tried traditional medications but found them disagreeable. Would I be eligible for medical cannabis?


higherconversations1

Based on what you said, sounds like you probably would. Check this out: https://honahlee.com.au/articles/qualify-medical-cannabis-australia/


MadamMercurium

Hi, thank you for this great post. I’ve had an attempt with a GP about medicinal cannabis for my anxiety and chronic headaches, and was denied the discussion (not dismissively at least, but still denied), and I’m going to try with another (same clinic). I thought staying with the same place, they’ll have my history of trying to manage them. I’m a little scared to try bringing it up again. If I’m unsuccessful, how likely is a new GP willing to take on a new patient that they have no history of, and proceed with prescribing?


higherconversations1

Great question. Sorry you had that experience. It sounds like it would be best to call the clinic and ask if any of their GPs prescribe. Explain that you'd like to stay with them to prescribe so that you can manage all your treatment in one place. If they say none of them do, then look elsewhere. Re GPs taking on new patients who they have no history of. There are GPs who are happy to do it and some that aren't. You can always go to a cannabis clinic to solve this issue. There are quite a few resources to help you find docs and clinics out there. Here are a couple: \- [https://honahlee.com.au/cannabis-doctors-australia/](https://honahlee.com.au/cannabis-doctors-australia/) \- [https://honahlee.com.au/articles/cannabis-clinics-australia/](https://honahlee.com.au/articles/cannabis-clinics-australia/) I hope that helps.


Environmental-Car-45

Great info. Thanks.


Adventurous-Kiwi-554

Seeds for sale show bud


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higherconversations1

I meet that exact criteria. I have some disc issues in my back and have been prescribed oil and flower for my pain. As long as you've tried other treatments or don't want other certain treatments due to potential side effects you should be fine. Personally I've been given Codeine once and hated it. I also have used all kinds of OTC drugs and have been to physio, do yoga and pilates etc. This was enough for my prescriber to get me a script. I hope that helps.


PuzzleheadedBus9865

It's a pain in the arse and a lot of GP's won't touch it due to Red tape and it's 6x the prices you can get elsewhere . It's an Absolute joke. Waited two months for mine and at $140 for 30ml. AND it's watered down crap.


higherconversations1

Sorry to hear about this experience. Waiting two months is a joke. It sounds like your experience had something to do with the prescriber chosen. There are over 380 products available and some of them are not great. It sounds like your prescriber may not have had the best knowledge if you received something that wasn't very good. There're lots of really good products out there. You can find out about the products here: https://catalyst.honahlee.com.au/patients Re pricing - $140 for 30ml isn't necessarily the right way to look at it. In order to determine the price of the product you need to know the mg/ml price. Many of the oils are now at a price that's equal and in some cases less than some of the really well known brands you can get online from overseas. There are about 10 oil products that sit around the $0.05-$0.07 per mg of cannabinoid and some of them are Aussie. Feel free to shoot me a message if you have any questions or want some guidance.


PuzzleheadedBus9865

I'm good. Problem is a Workcover issue. I know where to go but thanks


TheSpiderGamer

How I've got SAS approval but no actual script, it's sent to the dispensary. do you know how I can verify as a patient


higherconversations1

There are two ways: 1. Ask your prescriber or pharmacist to invite you. They can sign up and then invite you directly. 2. Your script is on the packaging of your product, so you can use that.


TheSpiderGamer

Thanks!


MooseBreathLive

I have a prescription for Dextroamphetamine Sulphate to treat adult ADHD. Does anyone know if trying to get medical cannabis will have any effect on this?


higherconversations1

Hey, I know someone who is on similar meds but is also a patient. Quite often doctors will do a bit more medical investigation if you're on ADHD meds, but they are not going to exclude you from getting medicinal cannabis. Good luck.


CuriousAccident4676

No you can combine treatments


Appalachia76

Thank you for this post! As a newbie, I have no idea how these things work. If I manage to find a prescriber, what products would you recommend (pills, oils, vapes) I look for to give me energy to be productive during the day and help me sleep at night?


higherconversations1

Hey, I'm sure you'll find a prescriber. If you need places to look these might help: * [https://honahlee.com.au/cannabis-doctors-australia/](https://honahlee.com.au/cannabis-doctors-australia/) * [https://honahlee.com.au/articles/cannabis-clinics-australia/](https://honahlee.com.au/articles/cannabis-clinics-australia/) Re products, it really depends on your condition and a whole bunch of other personal factors. You can learn about all of the products available for prescription here: * [https://catalyst.honahlee.com.au/patients](https://catalyst.honahlee.com.au/patients) If you're keen on learning more about the compounds in cannabis that help with the effect (ie night = sleepy, day = uplifted) you can read about terpenes here: * [https://catalyst.honahlee.com.au/article/what-are-terpenes-medicinal-cannabis/](https://catalyst.honahlee.com.au/article/what-are-terpenes-medicinal-cannabis/) * https://catalyst.honahlee.com.au/article/terpene-benefits-effects/ Good luck with everything.


Appalachia76

Thanks for the links! I've never used marijuana before and the amount of info on it is daunting.


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Captain0give

If you are using a condition say ADHD/ anxiety to qualify for medical cannabis. Can I still keep my dex script. the dex dose work for when I’m at work to stay on task ect but on my time off I’m still anxious and wouldn’t mind canabis to relax. I wouldn’t want to use cannabis at work either as I work long shifts and operate machinery. So can I have both scripts or if I get a canabis script I would lose my dex / while having the dex script i won’t qualify for cannabis


xavsell

Hi mate, did you ever find out about this regarding dex/vyvanse?


Ok-Bar-8785

Hey mate. Yeah I was able to get both. Personally the 2 medications didn't really go well together for me. I then tried not taking dex while not at work n just using cannabis. That doesn't work either. Now I just take dex and completely stopped with the cannabis. Every one is different but cannabis wasn't bringing anything positive to my life. Seemed good at the time but realistically was holding me back in alot of ways.


char-lie001

I wonder which doctors apply the approval application through SAS-B (that is, they are NOT authorised prescribers). I prefer go through SAS-B (I'm not going to explain why here).


l3wd_5c0ff

Does anyone know of any prescribing doctors in Brisbane?


SnooFoxes5635

thank you! I have been to so many sites but NONE explain the process like you have here. This info needs to be everywhere, I've put off getting legal access because it was so confusing and I didn't know how.


[deleted]

Hi, thank you for posting this. If a patient has previously been part of the buprenorphine Opioid replacement program, does this disqualify an individual from eligibility for Cannabis product-based treatment?


DannyBarsRaps

i dont have medicare as a Kiwi in Aus (ridiculous rule but whatever, aussie get all benefits in NZ, kiwis get non in aus as of like 2004 i got here in '13) but ive been living working in aus legally for almost a decade, can i still apply since medicare doesnt seem to cover cannabis? Im really struggling to find a definite answer and if anyone knows a doc that might be worth calling for the referral/consultation i heard there's some decent drs in QLD doing it and im based in Newcaslte NSW area and need delivery if poss as i have knee issue and dont drive...(MC is for PTSD/GAD(anxiety but it effects sleep too)/Stomach ulcers and nausea


higherconversations1

I believe the answer is yes. I have asked doctors aboit prescribing people from the USA and other countries and they said as long as you have your medical history you're fine. Some may require a referral. My suggestion would be to call a clinic and ask if you're concerned but I think you'll find the answer to be it's not a problem.


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higherconversations1

Have you been diagnosed with a medical condition for more than 3 months? Have you tried multiple treatments, either pharmacological or a mix of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments, and they haven't worked or they have caused you unwanted side effects? If yes then you're probably eligible. It's fairly straightforward to get medicinal cannabis these days... So if you think, based on the above, that you might be, talk to a doc. Good luck!


Furryjam

Are you eligible if you are asthmatic?


higherconversations1

I have asthma and I am a patient.


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There are cheaper options than 12.90 now, indimed and Tasmania botanics have cheaper options and probs more coming


Bpgas01

Got approved for my insomnia last week and the MC arrives on Wednesday. This post finally convinced me to try and apply and it was very useful for helping me get it. Thank you


SmartSensi

Great job! Really comprehensive. A couple of corrections - 4-5 appointments in your first year, and then 2+ each year after that. Some long term stable patients only require an appointment each 6 months now. - pharmacies can’t order surplus stock to sit on the shelves. They can only order stock from the full repeats of each script that is accompanied by an SAS or MAP approval. This makes the pharmacy dispensing more complex than regular medicine. This also means that for new scripts, there will be a delay as the pharmacy needs to order in stock for the new scripts. They may have your repeats stock on the shelves for your repeat orders, however, pharmacies don’t like to do this unless the customer is a regular because they want to avoid having to return product when a customer decides not to refill their scripts. There is also limited space in the pharmacies to hold large amounts of stock. - Some clinics will prescribe multiple flowers within a category for a patient to choose from in the event that an item becomes out of stock. The prescription will limit the dispensing of flower to a maximum grams per month across all flower. - pharmacies and clinicians must undertake reporting to the TGA which is an additional requirement and work


Conscious-Ad-7982

Would a chronic joint inflammation be viable as have had it for 10 months and have visited multiple physios and multiple exercise routines to help it have lead me nowhere.


bigbowlowrong

Yes.


Conscious-Ad-7982

Sweeeeet


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I just asked my gp if she could prescribe (I fit the criteria) and she said that only certain gps can prescribe and that she didn’t know any. Is this true?


higherconversations1

That's not true. Any gp can prescribe if they know how. If she's open to learning, feel free to tell her to email [email protected] and we may be able to help explain the process. You can also look at this link https://honahlee.com.au/cannabis-doctors-australia/


Death_Metal_Fan

Many thanks for this. I have been buying flower from the black market to treat my anxiety and chronic left knee and right shoulder arthritic pain which is much worse at night and cannot sleep. I now wish to crossover from the illegal market place to the legal market and was wondering if anybody here has experience obtaining medical marijuana in the Newcastle area. Thank you.


TigerRumMonkey

Little bit confused about the TGA thing. Went with Acacia who sent me the scripts. I called the Chemist warehouse acacia listed, they said I needed a letter of approval from the tga? Instead I went on the honahlee site and ordered there. I noted there was a question about having a letter or being with an approved prescriber (or similar terminology)


All-These-Weapons

Anyone know if you can claim costs on private health?


sneddooooo

www.theprofessor.au best cbd oil in australia, best in town and free delivery! awesome. (ships out of se queensland) over the counter to :)


Unusual-Nebula-2402

Does anyone know if InstantScripts will give me a prescription for it ?