Medicinal Cannabis at Vivant Medical
Safe, legal, doctor-supervised medicinal cannabis treatment may be an option when symptoms are not adequately controlled with standard treatments.
Medicinal Cannabis at Vivant Medical
Safe • Legal • Doctor-Supervised Treatment
Medicinal cannabis may be an option for patients whose symptoms are not adequately controlled with standard treatments. At Vivant Medical, our doctors provide evidence-based, legally compliant prescribing under the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) Special Access Scheme (SAS-B).
Our approach is supportive, transparent, and focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for your health.
What Is Medicinal Cannabis?
Medicinal cannabis refers to regulated products containing cannabinoids such as:
- CBD (Cannabidiol) - non-intoxicating
- THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) - psychoactive, regulated
These products are only available with a prescription and are designed to help manage certain medical symptoms when standard treatments have not been effective.
Who May Be Eligible?
You may be considered for medicinal cannabis if you have tried conventional therapies without adequate relief. Conditions may include:
- Chronic or persistent pain
- Anxiety symptoms
- Sleep difficulties
- Certain neurological or inflammatory conditions
- Palliative or supportive care needs
Eligibility is assessed individually by your doctor based on your history, symptoms, and TGA requirements.
How the Process Works
1. Initial Consultation
We will assess your condition, review previous treatments, and decide whether medicinal cannabis is appropriate for you. This includes a discussion about benefits, risks, side effects, and legal considerations.
2. TGA Approval
If suitable, your doctor will submit an SAS-B application to the TGA. Approval typically occurs within 24-48 hours.
3. Prescription & Dispensing
Once approved, your prescription will be sent to a pharmacy that stocks medicinal cannabis products.
- Oils
- Capsules
- Vaporised products (No smoking permitted in Australia)
4. Follow-Up Review
Regular follow-up is required to monitor your progress, adjust dosage, ensure safe and effective use, and renew prescriptions as needed.
What Are the Possible Side Effects?
Common side effects may include:
- Drowsiness or dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Increased appetite
- Mood changes
- Impaired concentration
Fees at Vivant Medical
Vivant Medical is a private billing clinic.
Fees apply for initial assessment, TGA application, follow-up consultations, and medicinal cannabis products, which are not covered by PBS.
We provide a full cost breakdown before proceeding.
Your Privacy Matters
All consultations and prescriptions are handled with strict confidentiality and protected within your secure medical record.
Ready to Discuss Medicinal Cannabis?
If you would like to explore whether medicinal cannabis is suitable for you, book a confidential consultation.
02 8043 8810
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