PHARMACIST SUPERVISION

Did you know that New York State is one of only a few states with a Medical Marijuana Program to make it law that any facility that dispenses medical cannabis cannot even open or operate unless there’s a New York state–licensed pharmacist on the premises.? Folks, this is great news because you have access to medical professionals at the dispensary that are educated on the use of medical marijuana at all times.

While registered practitioners of the NYS Medical Marijuana Program can recommend appropriate dosing and method of administration to their patients, they can also defer this action to dispensary pharmacist. While you may ask why your provider may do this, there are several potentially good answers. For one thing, not every dispensary offers the products that may be recommended to you in the dose or form of administration that you may be asked to take. Few offer pure CBD oil with no THC and some do not carry oral lotion, for instance. There may be medical concerns. Those with familial members with Schizophrenia may need special consideration to avoid  the potential for hallucinations and delusions. Others with fat malabsorption may not tolerate oil products and may need a water- based product.  A dispensary pharmacist would have solutions to these issues.

Let’s not forget that medical cannabis can be a costly venture which requires cash or debit card payment on the spot. The amount you are willing to spend may be a defining factor. Dispensaries do not take credit cards. Practitioners are not always aware of pricing at different dispensaries and are forbidden from steering you towards one over the other. The pharmacist is the best one to know products and prices and can put it all together for you in an affordable plan.

While a thorough discussion of your qualifying condition with your nurse practitioner or physician will guarantee that you will receive the appropriate information you need to plan for medical marijuana usage, you should also consider the opinion of the dispensary pharmacist. At times you will be given a dosing recommendation on your certificate and at other times you will be given the opportunity to have the pharmacist assist you with this. Your certificate is your passport into the dispensary. When you visit, present your certificate and come prepared with a list of symptoms that occur during the day and during the night. List also the frequency and intensity of the problem(s). Schedule a consult with the dispensing pharmacist and invite your caregiver to join. Talk about your disease state and the goals of therapy to determine the appropriate dose and formulation. The pharmacist is a professional who is great at symptom management. They understand the products and have a specialized understanding of the pharmacology. Get to know the pharmacist at the dispensary after you receive your medical marijuana certificate with Lauraine Kanders, ANP, ACNP-BC at Medical Marijuana Recs NY for the best advice at the lowest cost. All documents are reviewed for free. Google the reviews to see what sets her apart from the rest!

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