# Medical cannabis for Fibromyalgia in the UK

Source: https://medcannaindex.com/conditions/fibromyalgia

A specialist doctor in the UK can consider prescribing medical cannabis for fibromyalgia through a private clinic, case by case. Clinics expect a confirmed diagnosis from a rheumatologist, pain specialist or GP, and evidence that standard medicines such as amitriptyline, duloxetine or pregabalin have not given enough relief. Whether it is suitable for you is the specialist's decision.

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterised by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep problems, and often cognitive difficulties (sometimes called "fibro fog"). Treatment is challenging and conventional options often provide limited relief, making fibromyalgia patients among the most frequent presenters at medical cannabis clinics.

What clinics look for: A confirmed fibromyalgia diagnosis from a rheumatologist, pain specialist, or GP is required. Evidence that standard pharmacological treatments (amitriptyline, duloxetine, or pregabalin) have been tried and failed to provide adequate relief is expected.

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.