Medical cannabis prices UK: Complete cost breakdown

Understanding medical cannabis costs in the UK

When people first begin looking into medical cannabis treatment in the UK, they inevitably arrive at one question rather quickly: what does it actually cost? 

Unlike many ordinary prescriptions, there is no single fixed price. Medical cannabis costs in the UK depend on several moving parts, from consultations with specialist doctors to the type of medication prescribed, and the level of ongoing support provided by the clinic.

Medical cannabis is rarely prescribed through the NHS, which means most patients access treatment through a private medical cannabis clinic such as Releaf.

Medical cannabis pricing plans in the UK

Below is a comprehensive breakdown of Releaf’s medical cannabis pricing. 

No matter if you choose to become a Releaf+ member or go down the Pay As You Go route, you will receive quality consultations with expert clinicians, access to our Patient Support Team, freedom to choose from a wide range of cannabis-based medicines, tracked and discreet delivery, and your own medical cannabis card.

Releaf’s money-back guarantee and refer-a-friend programmes

We also offer a full money-back guarantee, meaning that if your specialist determines that medical cannabis treatment is not clinically appropriate for your health needs during your initial consultation, your consultation fee is returned. The decision rests on clinical suitability alone.

Once you become a Releaf patient, you will have access to a refer-a-friend code in your Patient Dashboard. Each time your code is used, and you'll receive a £50 Amazon gift card once your friend has paid for their first prescription. 

What affects the cost of medical cannabis treatment in the UK?

Medical cannabis costs in the UK are not a single fixed figure. What you pay depends on how your treatment is structured and the type of care you require.

In most cases, the overall cost is made up of five components:

• The price of quality cannabis-based medicines

• The cost of consultations with cannabis prescribers and expert clinicians

• The price of issuing prescriptions

• Medication dispensing and delivery fees

• Equipment expenses relating to medication administration

Releaf+ is designed to simplify ongoing treatment costs

For £39.99 a month, Releaf+ includes:

• Fixed monthly subscription covering core ongoing services

• Unlimited follow-up consultations (as clinically required)

• Priority access to consultation booking slots (subject to availability)

• Free repeat prescription requests

• Free prescription delivery

• Reduced medication pricing

• Unlimited access to Releaf’s UK-based Patient Support Team

• Releaf Protect legal guidance after 30 days of membership (guidance only, not insurance, legal cover, representation, or guaranteed outcomes)

• Releaf+ rewards programme with discounts from selected partner brands

How much do initial and follow-up medical cannabis consultations cost in the UK?

Medical cannabis costs in the UK vary because treatment is built around the patient, the medication prescribed, and the level of clinical support required.

Initial consultations are £99.99. You will meet with one of the 30+ specialist doctors in Releaf’s clinical team, whose backgrounds span oncology, neurology, psychiatry, pain medicine, and complex symptom management across multiple conditions.

This is not a quick box-ticking exercise. Your specialist will review your full medical history, previous treatments, and clinical suitability in detail, while giving you time to ask questions and discuss your goals.

If the specialist determines that medical cannabis is clinically appropriate during your initial consultation, the cost of issuing your prescription is included within the consultation fee.

In months when a consultation is not required, repeat prescriptions are included with Releaf+, or priced at £19.99 under the Pay As You Go option. Delivery is included for Releaf+ members, or £4.99 per order without a subscription.

If you are comparing Releaf with other UK clinics such as Mamedica, Curaleaf, Alternaleaf, or Lyphe, it is important to understand what is included in the advertised price. Some figures cover only the issuing of a prescription, while others may include consultation fees, medication, and delivery.

As the most trusted medical cannabis clinic in the UK, we’re passionate about providing affordable and accessible medical cannabis treatment to patients across the UK, all overseen by our world-class clinical team.

How much does medical cannabis flower cost?

For Releaf+ members, flower costs £7.99 per gram. Pay As You Go pricing starts from £9.99. This equates to around £227 per ounce, although all cannabis flowers are prescribed in 10-gram intervals at Releaf. 

How much does medical cannabis oil cost in the UK?

Prescribed cannabis oil costs start at £4.50 per ml if you are a Releaf+ member, or £4.99 per ml if you are on the Pay As You Go plan.

At Releaf, all medical cannabis oils are prescribed in 30ml bottles.

How much do medical cannabis vapes cost?

Medical cannabis can be prescribed in flower form, but smoking it is illegal. It is most commonly administered using a dry herb vaporiser, or supplied as an extract in a pre-filled 0.5 ml or 1 ml vape cartridge.

Our cannabis extract prices start at £74.99 per vape cartridge for Releaf+ members, or from £79.99 if you choose the Pay As You Go service. 

Frequently asked questions about medical cannabis costs in the UK

Is Releaf the cheapest medical cannabis clinic in the UK?

Our priority is to provide the highest level of structured, specialist-led care in the UK medical cannabis sector, with clear oversight and consistent clinical standards from assessment through to ongoing review.

For this reason, Releaf does not position itself as the cheapest medical cannabis clinic in the UK. In healthcare, the lowest headline price does not always reflect the level of clinical oversight, consultation time, and ongoing support involved in responsible prescribing.

Price matters, but so does the structure behind it.

What is the average monthly cost of medical cannabis treatment in the UK?

The average monthly cost of medical cannabis treatment in the UK can vary widely depending on the medication prescribed and the patient’s treatment plan. Some patients spend under £100 per month on medication, while others who require higher quantities may spend several hundred pounds. 

The overall cost usually depends on consultations with specialist doctors, the medication prescribed, and how a clinic structures follow-up care and prescription management.

Is medical cannabis treatment cheaper with a subscription plan?

Yes. Subscription plans can often make medical cannabis treatment more affordable because services that would normally be charged separately, such as follow-up consultations, repeat prescriptions, and delivery, are included within one monthly fee. 

At Releaf, the Releaf+ membership bundles these elements together, helping reduce the overall cost of ongoing treatment while also simplifying the process for patients managing long-term care.

Do medical cannabis prices vary between UK clinics?

Yes. Medical cannabis prices can vary between clinics in the UK depending on consultation fees, prescription policies, medication suppliers, and how ongoing care is structured. Some clinics charge lower initial consultation fees but higher follow-up costs, while others offer subscription models that include consultations, repeat prescriptions, and delivery.

For many patients, the most cost-effective option is the clinic that combines consistent pricing with specialist medical oversight.

How do you get started with UK medical cannabis treatment?

Medical cannabis treatment in the UK follows a regulated clinical pathway. The first step is determining whether you meet the criteria for specialist assessment.

That is where our UK medical cannabis eligibility checker comes in. It takes just 20 seconds to complete, is totally free, and is designed to give you a clearer idea of whether you may be eligible for treatment in the UK before taking the next step.

If you would like to read more about how treatment works in practice, especially as you consider starting medical cannabis treatment with Releaf, our New Patient blog series is the perfect starting point. With more than 50 blogs covering everything you need to know about eligibility, consultations, prescriptions, treatment options, and ongoing care, the series is designed to give you practical insight before you book.

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