Welcome to Medicinal-Use.com – an independent educational resource dedicated to providing accurate, evidence-based information on the medicinal use of cannabis in the United Kingdom.
Our Mission : This site aims to help users understand the current landscape of medicinal cannabis in the UK, including:
- The legal framework and prescription process
- Insights from scientific research and studies
- Common medical conditions where it may be considered
- Recent regulatory updates and access options
We focus exclusively on medicinal aspects, with a strong emphasis on UK laws, guidelines from bodies like the NHS, NICE, and GMC, and reliable sources. Our goal is to empower informed discussions between patients and healthcare professionals.
Important Disclaimer : This website is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional – such as a specialist doctor on the GMC Specialist Register – for personalised advice.
Medicinal cannabis can only be legally prescribed by authorised specialists in the UK, typically after other treatments have been tried. Possession or use without a valid prescription remains illegal. We do not endorse any specific products, clinics, or treatments. All content is based on publicly available information and is updated as regulations evolve (as of December 2025, the core framework from the 2018 rescheduling remains in place, with ongoing reviews by the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs).
What We Cover : Key topics include:
- Prescription Process: Step-by-step guides to accessing legal medicinal cannabis (e.g., via private clinics or limited NHS routes)
- Research & Benefits: Summaries of studies on potential therapeutic uses
- Common Conditions: Overviews of conditions like chronic pain, epilepsy, and multiple sclerosis where evidence is discussed
- Legal Updates: Changes since legalisation in 2018, including CBPM (cannabis-based products for medicinal use) regulations
Our flagship resource is the detailed Step-by-Step Guide : How to Get a Medical Cannabis Prescription in the UK in 2025 – (/how-to-get-a-medical-cannabis-prescription-in-the-uk-in-2025-step-by-step-guide/).
Who Runs This Site? Medicinal-Use.com is a passion project curated with the help of AI tools (like Grok) to compile and organise publicly available, evidence-based information. There is no commercial affiliation, advertising, or sponsorship. It’s built iteratively to grow into a comprehensive, user-friendly resource for UK residents seeking clarity on this topic. We strive for accuracy, neutrality, and transparency – every guide includes sources from official bodies (e.g., GOV.UK, NHS, NICE) where possible.
Get in Touch : Have feedback, suggestions for topics, or questions about the site? Feel free to contact us.
Thank you for visiting – we’re committed to expanding this resource responsibly.
Last updated: December 2025