UK Medical Cannabis Cost Guide 2026: Full Price Comparison Across All Clinics

Medical cannabis in the UK costs between £1,200 and £5,000 per year depending on which clinic you use, what products you are prescribed, and how much medication you need.

This guide compares costs across all major UK clinics to help you find the most affordable option.

Consultation Costs Compared The initial consultation fee is just the starting point.

Most clinics charge £50-150 for the first appointment, with follow-ups every 3 months costing £29-100.

But the cheapest clinic is not always the most affordable overall — some charge more for medication.

Cheapest initial consultations: Airmed Clinic: from £20 Leva Clinic: £15 CB1 Medical: £50 (all consultations free for 12 months, then free for life) Alternaleaf: £49 Medicann: Free Mid-range consultations (£99-150): Can Clinic (Cantourage): £99 Zerenia: £15 initial, £79 follow-up Mamedica: £49-100 (free for access scheme patients) Releaf: £99 Premium consultations (£150+): Sapphire Medical / Curaleaf: £150 London Cannabis Clinic: £299 Integro Clinics: £95-195 Best Value for Ongoing Care CB1 Medical charges £50 upfront and all consultations are free for 12 months.

After year 1, all care is free for life.

This makes CB1 Medical the cheapest clinic for anyone who needs more than one follow-up per year.

Mamedica offers free consultations for life to patients on benefits (PIP, DLA, Universal Credit) and veterans.

This is the best option for eligible patients.

Can Clinic charges just £29 for follow-up consultations — among the lowest in the industry — and offers a Veterans Programme with free consultations.

Medicann charges nothing for initial consultations.

However, their smaller formulary and fewer specialist resources mean they may not be suitable for complex cases.

Monthly Medication Costs Medication is the largest ongoing cost.

Most patients pay £80-250 per month depending on the product type and dosage: Cannabis flower (dried): £5-12 per gram.

A typical patient using 10-20g per month pays £50-240.

Cannabis oil: £40-150 per bottle.

Most patients use 1-2 bottles per month.

Prices vary by clinic and pharmacy.

Some clinics include dispensing fees in the medication price; others charge separately (£5-15 per order).

Typical Annual Costs by Clinic Based on a patient using medium-dose flower (£8/g, 15g/month), plus 4 follow-up consultations: Alternaleaf: £1,440 + £196 = £1,636/year Can Clinic: £99 + £116 + £1,440 = £1,655/year CB1 Medical: £50 + £0 + £1,440 = £1,490/year (year 1); £0 thereafter Mamedica (standard): £100 + £200 + £1,440 = £1,740/year Mamedica (access scheme): £0 + £0 + £1,440 = £1,440/year Releaf: £99 + £200 + £1,440 = £1,739/year Zerenia: £15 + £316 + £1,440 = £1,771/year Leva Clinic: £15 + £196 + £1,440 = £1,651/year Note: These are estimates.

Your actual costs depend on your dosage, prescribed products, and consultation frequency.

Hidden Costs to Watch For When comparing clinics, watch for these extra charges: Prescription/admin fees: Some clinics charge £10-25 per prescription repeat Delivery fees: Typically £5-10 per order Transfer fees: If switching clinics, some charge £25-50 to process your records Medication changes: Some clinics charge a fee each time your prescription is changed Ways to Reduce Costs Choose a clinic with an access scheme if you are on benefits or a veteran Use flower rather than oil — flower is usually cheaper per dose Ask your prescriber about lower-cost alternatives within the same clinic Consider clinics with free follow-ups (CB1 Medical after year 1, Mamedica access scheme) Order a 3-month supply where possible to reduce dispensing fees Does Insurance Cover Medical Cannabis? Most private health insurers do not cover medical cannabis in the UK.

However, some patients have successfully claimed through their insurer's cash plan or supplementary benefits.

Check with your insurer directly.