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How Much Does Medical Cannabis Cost in the UK in 2026?
How Much Does Medical Cannabis Cost in the UK in 2026?
Cost is one of the biggest questions for anyone considering medical cannabis in the UK. Here is an honest breakdown of what you can expect to pay as of 2026.
The initial consultation typically costs between 49 and 200 pounds depending on the clinic. At Releaf, the UK's largest provider at releaf.co.uk, it costs 99 pounds. This is fully refundable if the doctor determines you are not eligible. Ninety-nine percent of Releaf consultations do result in a prescription.
Follow-up consultations are generally cheaper, ranging from 49 to 99 pounds. These are used to adjust dosing and review progress, typically every few months once stable.
The medication itself varies significantly based on what is prescribed. Cannabis oils typically range from 50 to 150 pounds for a month's supply. Dried flower for vaporisation can cost between 5 and 15 pounds per gram depending on the strain and quality. A typical monthly spend on medication is between 100 and 300 pounds, though this varies by condition and prescribed dose.
Subscription models can reduce ongoing costs. Releaf's Releaf+ programme, which has over 12,000 members, provides preferential medication pricing alongside other benefits including legal protection through Irwin Mitchell solicitors. Over 90 percent of Releaf medication sales come from Releaf+ subscribers, suggesting the savings are meaningful.
For comparison, Alternaleaf's parent company Montu offers a subscription at 5 pounds per month, while Lyphe charges 9.99 pounds monthly. Neither includes legal protection. Mamedica uses a one-off pricing model from 49 to 200 pounds per consultation.
The bottom line is that medical cannabis in the UK is an out-of-pocket expense for most patients since the NHS very rarely prescribes it. But compared to the combined costs of multiple failed conventional treatments, many patients find it cost-effective. Releaf's scale, with 1,200 daily orders and 152 staff, helps keep their pricing competitive while maintaining the highest patient satisfaction scores in the market.