• What’s that smell?

    One of the biggest stigmas surrounding medical cannabis is its distinct and instantly recognisable aroma. The unique scent of cannabis is thought to be made up of aromatic compounds including flavonoids, terpenes, and volatile compounds. Each strain or cultivar has a unique chemical makeup, which contributes to the varied scent profile.

    Some patients worry that the smell may draw attention to themselves by using their medical cannabis. However, when used as directed in a dry herb vaporiser, the smell is far more subtle in comparison to smoking. Vaporising doesn’t burn the cannabis flower, which means the vapor is far lighter and doesn’t linger in the air like the dense smoke created by combustion. When vaping in a well-ventilated or outdoor space, you are unlikely to encounter any long-lasting aromas.

  • What can be legally prescribed?

    It is possible to be prescribed both THC and CBD-based medications. Depending on your needs, you may be offered a choice of cannabis flower, sublingual oils, vape cartridges, gummies, and capsules. More forms of administration are in development.

    Most patients are prescribed cannabis flower, which is to be consumed in a dry herb vaporiser. Smoking the flower could invalidate the prescription.

    All of these must be prescribed by a doctor on the specialist register.

  • Using CBPMs in public!

    Most patients are prescribed medical cannabis to be used on an ‘as needed’ basis. This means that their doctor has given them the autonomy to decide when they can administer their medication up to a specified daily limit. This is indicated on a prescription with the acronym ‘PRN’. The pharmacy label will typically say ‘when required’ or similar. Respectfully, patients could be medicating for a number of reasons, and may need to medicate at any time.
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Help us spread the word, and support the normalise it campaign today!

Medical cannabis should be treated the same as any other prescribed medication, and patients have the right to use their medication as directed by the prescribing doctor. Businesses and organisations should make reasonable adjustments to allow patients to use their medication whilst in the venue. Despite this, patients still face stigma when trying to use their medicine as prescribed. As such, we have decided to make a list of ‘patient-friendly’ venues, where patients can use their medications as needed without facing the stigma or discrimination.

Click here to find out more about our Normalise It venue list.

Normalise It Resources

  • Normalise It Flyers

    Help raise awareness with our Normalise It flyers. Perfect for leaving in venues and other places for people to read about medical cannabis.

    You can purchase these on our Store, or alternatively, you can download our Free PDF version to print at home.

  • Patient Friendly Window Stickers

    Our Patient Friendly window stickers are a perfect way for venues and businesses to let patients know they can use their medication where needed, without facing stigma or discrimination.

    You can purchase these on our Store, or alternatively, you can download our Free PDF version to print at home.
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Becoming a medical cannabis patient!

Are you interested in becoming a medical cannabis patient? Check out our eligibility guide for more information.

PATIENT ELIGIBILITY GUIDE