Important Reminder for Patients

If you have been prescribed medicinal cannabis, we want to ensure you have all the support you need. Please don't hesitate to contact your pharmacist with any questions or concerns regarding your prescription.
 

Pharmacists are available to contact
Monday-Friday: 8am-6:30pm
Saturday: 8:30am - 1pm
Ph: 02 9569 4396
Email: stanmorestationpharmacy@gmail.com
 

Here’s why it’s important to reach out:

• Medication Interactions: Your pharmacist can help identify any potential interactions with your current medications.

• Dosage Guidance: They can provide personalised advice on dosing and consumption methods to ensure safety and effectiveness.

• Side Effects Management: If you experience any side effects, your pharmacist can offer strategies to manage them.

• Ongoing Support: Your pharmacist is a valuable resource for ongoing education and support throughout your treatment journey.

Your health and well-being are our top priority. We’re here to help you navigate your medicinal cannabis use safely and effectively. Don’t hesitate to reach out!


Can I drive with my legally prescribed medicinal cannabis?

Patients should not drive or operate machinery while being treated with medicinal cannabis. In addition measurable concentrations of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol – the main psychoactive substance in cannabis) can be detected in urine many days after the last dose. It may take up to five days for 80 to 90 per cent of the dose to be excreted. 

 

The current drug driving laws continue to discriminate against patients who are on legally prescribed medicinal cannabis and/or could potentially benefit from legally prescribed medicinal cannabis. Drug-driving (with the presence of THC) is a criminal offence, and patients should discuss the implications for safe and legal driving with their doctor.

 

I want to learn more about plant based medicine but not sure where to start. Where can I go?

https://www.medicinalcannabis.nsw.gov.au/patients
Further to this, the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) also provides a great overview for patients on this video link.

 

What do I do if I want to change strains?

Our pharmacists do not have the ability to change strains or prescribe different products for you. Any changes to prescription products or strains must be done by your prescribing doctor. Once we have your new strain script, we can dispense your new strain. We cannot do so without relevant paperwork.

 

Can I travel with my legally prescribed medicinal cannabis?

Domestic travel: Yes, you are able to travel with your prescribed medicinal cannabis. If you are a patient that has a valid prescription for medicinal cannabis, you have the right to travel with your medicine. Prescribed cannabis is no different from any other medication, just make sure you do not take any of your medication out of the dispensed container as your pharmacy label is a legal document to verify that it is a prescribed medication.

International travel: If you are travelling overseas, we highly recommend that you contact the Consular office/Consulate of the country that you are travelling to. Each international jurisdiction will have different policies to whether you are allowed to bring medicinal cannabis as a legal medication. Always confirm that it is legal to bring your prescribed medicinal cannabis  as some countries would require a permit. To get more information, visit https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/