All Doctors In Czechia Can Now Prescribe Medicinal Cannabis

Starting today, all licensed doctors in the Czech Republic can now prescribe medical cannabis therapies to suffering patients. Previously, only specialist doctors could prescribe medical cannabis.

“All general practitioners (GPs) in Czechia are from today, April 1, authorized to prescribe medical cannabis to patients suffering from chronic pain, marking a significant shift in accessibility for the drug.” reported Expats CZ in its local coverage.

“Until now, only specialists—of whom there are approximately 250—could issue prescriptions for medical cannabis. Under the new regulation, GPs will be able to provide prescriptions, simplifying access for patients dealing with long-term health conditions.” the outlet also stated.

The medical cannabis public policy change will help improve safe access to cannabis therapies in the European nation. The change in who can prescribe legal medical cannabis in Czechia is now in line with many other countries around the world. Medical cannabis was first legalized in Czechia in 2013.

Starting in July of this year, the Czech Republic will regulate sales of cannabis containing up to one percent THC. The public policy change will also involve permitting regulated sales of kratom.

“The regulation focuses on substances deemed to pose low public health and social risks based on current scientific evidence. These include Kratom and kratom extracts, known for their stimulant and pain-relieving effects; cannabis with up to 1 percent THC, a low-potency form of cannabis with minimal psychoactive effects.” reported Expats CZ in its local coverage.

“Cannabis extracts and tinctures with up to 1 percent THC are also included.” Expats CZ also reported. Low-THC cannabis products will be permitted to be sold in licensed stores starting this summer in Czechia, although certain forms of commerce, such as automated vending machines, remain prohibited.