Did you know that while medical cannabis is legal in Denmark, its market presence is still relatively small compared to its European neighbors? Strict regulations, high prices, and unique medical programs shape Denmark's unique cannabis story.
From authorized medicines like Sativex and Epidiolex to the country's four-year medicinal cannabis pilot program (extended until 2025), Denmark offers a complex web of options for patients in need. However, despite these available avenues, many patients have turned to the illegal market due to the barriers in pricing and prescription reluctance.
Denmark's EU membership allows cross-border prescriptions, but a medical pass is required and there's a 30-day supply limit.
We've outlined the entire landscape, including the prominence of industrial hemp cultivation since 1998 and how it contrasts with medicinal cannabis cultivation. 🌾
👉 Dive into the full post for a comprehensive look at Denmark's evolving relationship with cannabis, from regulations and availability to the challenges faced in the medical cannabis initiative.
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