Behind the Prescription: How We Decide Your Cannabis Treatment Plan

At Marcunna, we understand that choosing medical cannabis isn’t a casual decision. Neither is prescribing it. As a regulated medical cannabis clinic in the UK, we follow a careful, evidence-led process that ensures your treatment plan is safe, effective, and entirely tailored to you.

This article gives you a transparent look into how we assess patients, decide on formulations, and develop treatment plans that actually work. No hype. No shortcuts. Just clinically sound care.

1. A proper clinical consultation – Not just a formality

Everything starts with an in-depth consultation. We do not believe in rubber-stamping prescriptions. You’ll meet with a GMC-registered clinician who specialises in prescribing cannabis-based medicines. This is where we build a full picture of your health: your medical history, existing diagnoses, previous treatments, current symptoms, and how these are affecting your quality of life.

We ask real questions. We listen. And most importantly, we take our time. Because good medicine starts with good understanding.

2. Assessing suitability based on evidence

Cannabis isn’t a miracle cure, and we will never pretend it is. At Marcunna, we only offer a medical cannabis prescription when there is a sound clinical rationale for doing so.

This means aligning your condition with recognised evidence. Conditions that have shown a strong response to medical cannabis include chronic pain, anxiety, PTSD, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and side effects related to cancer treatments. If your condition does not meet prescribing guidelines, we will explain why and what other options might be available to you.

3. Selecting the right formulation

Cannabis medicines come in many forms; oils, capsules, and dried flower, each with its own absorption rate, onset time, and duration of effect. Our clinicians will recommend the right formulation based on your condition, treatment goals, and previous experience with cannabinoids, if any.

Whether you require a CBD-dominant product to manage anxiety or a balanced THC:CBD oil for pain relief, our selection process always prioritises efficacy and safety. We also consider lifestyle factors. For example, some patients may prefer the convenience of oral oils, while others benefit from the rapid relief that inhaled products can provide.

4. Dosing with precision – not guesswork

Getting the dose right is critical. We follow a structured titration approach: start low, go slow, and adjust as needed. Your clinician will create a dosage plan that accounts for your age, weight, tolerance, and medical profile.

We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. This is personalised medicine, and it is designed to evolve as your body responds.

5. Safety checks and medical oversight

Cannabis can be incredibly beneficial, but it is not risk-free. That’s why we carefully screen for potential interactions with your current medications and assess any contraindications, such as a history of psychosis, heart disease, or pregnancy.

Patient safety is our top priority. If there are any red flags, we do not ignore them. We address them with transparency and clinical integrity.

6. On-going monitoring and support

Prescribing is not the end of your care; it’s the beginning. After you receive your prescription, we schedule regular follow-up reviews to monitor progress and side effects. These touchpoints allow us to fine-tune your dosage and adjust the formulation if needed.

You’re not left to figure things out alone. Our clinical team remains accessible, accountable, and genuinely invested in your health outcomes.

7. Ethical pricing and transparency

We believe that accessing cannabis-based therapies should be clear and fair. That’s why Marcunna offers fixed consultation fees, clearly published pricing, and no hidden costs. We are upfront about everything, because trust is built on honesty.

Why it matters

The UK’s medical cannabis space is still evolving, and unfortunately, not every clinic follows best practices. At Marcunna, we take a different approach; one rooted in scientific rigour, ethical care, and individual attention. This isn’t about pushing products. It’s about helping people find relief when conventional treatments have failed.

Every prescription we issue is the result of a carefully considered clinical decision, backed by data, experience, and a genuine commitment to patient well-being.

Final thoughts

Your health deserves better than quick fixes and guesswork. At Marcunna, we deliver personalised care that respects both the potential and the limits of medical cannabis. We’re proud to be a medical cannabis clinic that puts quality, integrity, and patient outcomes first.

If you think medical cannabis might be right for you, book a consultation and take the first step toward a treatment plan built just for you.