# Medical cannabis for Chronic Pain in the UK

Source: https://medcannaindex.com/conditions/chronic-pain

A specialist doctor in the UK can consider prescribing medical cannabis for chronic pain, almost always through a private clinic, because the NHS does not routinely fund it. Most clinics expect evidence that at least two standard pain treatments have not given enough relief. A letter from your GP setting out your pain history and what you have tried helps. Whether it is suitable for you is the specialist's decision.

Chronic pain is defined as persistent or recurring pain lasting more than 3 months.

What clinics look for: Most clinics require evidence that you have tried and had inadequate response to at least two conventional analgesics, typically including at least one of: an NSAID, a gabapentinoid, or an opioid. A GP letter summarising your pain history and treatments tried is strongly recommended.

From MedCannaIndex. Fees and product details are as recorded there and should be confirmed with the clinic or pharmacy. This is not medical advice: which product is suitable, and how much, is for the prescribing specialist.