Navigating Medicinal Cannabis | A Pharmacist’s Role in Counselling Australian Patients | Medicinal Cannabis Cultivation Tours

Medicinal cannabis continues to emerge as a promising therapeutic option for various medical conditions. In Australia, medicinal cannabis is regulated, and patients require a prescription from an authorised healthcare practitioner to access it. Its use is often accompanied by questions, particularly regarding administration methods like vaporisation. In Australia, pharmacists play a crucial role in guiding patients through this journey, offering education, support, and counselling.

There have been calls for greater pharmacist education on medicinal cannabis as Pharmacists are uniquely positioned to provide comprehensive care and guidance to patients using medicinal cannabis. Beyond simply dispensing medications, pharmacists possess in-depth knowledge of pharmacology, drug interactions, and patient counselling techniques. By staying informed about the latest research and developments in medicinal cannabis, pharmacists can address patients’ concerns, alleviate any misconceptions, and ensure safe and effective use of these products. Additionally, by participating in educational opportunities such as visits to medicinal cannabis cultivation facilities, pharmacists can enhance their understanding of the cultivation process, quality control measures, and the various formulations available, empowering them to make well-informed counselling, tailored to each patient’s needs. This proactive approach not only benefits individual patients but also contributes to the broader goal of improving healthcare outcomes and advancing the field of medicinal cannabis therapy in Australia.

Green Farmers, a Biortica Agrimed Company, offers Australian pharmacists’ opportunities to visit our medicinal cannabis cultivation facility, to further their professional development and comprehensively support their communities and patients. This is available to all Australian Ahpra registered Pharmacists, if you are interested in this educational tour, please contact us.