Prescription
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Getting my prescription
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Can any Florida-licensed physician prescribe medical cannabis?No. Only physicians who complete a special course offered by the state are allowed to prescribe medical cannabis.
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Can I get medical marijuana on my own without seeing a physician?No. State law requires that you first see a specially trained physician like Dr. Patel.
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Can I get a prescription for medical cannabis the first time I see Dr. Patel?Yes, if you medically qualify under state law. (A 90-day waiting period is no longer required before you can get your first prescription.)
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Is my prescription information entered into the state medical marijuana database?Yes. State law requires that all patient and medication information be entered into the Florida Department of Health database.
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Filling my prescription
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Where do I fill my prescription for medical marijuana?At a special clinic owned by a licensed, state-approved dispensing organizations. (No one else is allowed to dispense medical marijuana).
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How do I locate a dispensing clinic near where I live?You can click the link to locate a dispensary near your home. (You may also be able to order online or over the phone.)Locate dispensaries
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How much medical cannabis can I get at one time?You can receive up to a 70-day supply at a time.
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Can I get refills on my prescription?Yes. State law allows you to receive two 70-day refills on your original prescription. After that, you must visit Dr. Patel again to be re-certified as a medical marijuana patient.