FAQ

No, it has however been successfully used to treat patients with wasting syndrome because of its appetite stimulating properties.

We can’t conclusively say yes or no. However, various studies show that cannabis may have cancer fighting properties. There are examples where cannabis oil has been used successfully in treating some forms of skin cancer.

Cannabis tends to be used for chronic conditions and/or palliatively. Emerging evidence suggests that cannabis, more specifically THC, plays a role in promoting cell death and reducing blood vessel growth in cancers. Cure or not, cannabis is being used by people who have cancer.

Like many mind altering drugs cannabis has the potential to result in dependence. However, rates of cannabis dependency are far lower than dependency rates for drugs like alcohol and tobacco.

No, hemp oil is commonly made from the seeds of the cannabis plant, and contains no active ingredients such as THC or CBD.
Cannabis oil refers to extracts of the flowering tops of the cannabis plant and contains high levels of THC, CBD and various other phytocannabinoids.

For further information regarding cannabis oil members can visit the Methods of Administration page

Because of the difficulty involved in successfully lodging a section 21 application most patients are forced to acquire medical cannabis illegally. This brings up a number of issues patients need to be aware of:
It is illegal to obtain cannabis without a permit, patients run the risk of arrest and prosecution.
Dealing with the criminal black market can lead to dangerous situations.
The lack of legal regulation means that there are no specific quality standards for cannabis in South Africa. Patients run the risk of...

Patients can apply to the Medicines Control Council for permission to acquire medical cannabis. See https://patientnexus.forumotion.net/c7-section-21-applications for further information.