Amanda Douglas on cannabis legalisation and drug testing Hi Amanda before we get to the referendum I note that the Medicinal Cannabis Scheme came into effect on 1 April 2020 (yes while we were in lockdown) with the commencement of the Misuse of Drugs (Medicinal Cannabis) Regulations 2019.
(Note: The Scheme is entirely separate from the upcoming referendum)
Would you agree with my dot points below
• As a prescribed medicine, it would have to be disclosed before testing
• It has a very low THC level and should not show up in the screening tool/test. 99% of the time it doesn’t, but if the doses increase as the person requires more it could.
• It should be treated exactly the same as any prescribed medicines. If it says “May create drowsiness or do not operate heavy machinery” then you shouldn’t.
• Not all doctors can prescribe Medicinal Marijuana at the moment
• Medicinal Marijuana is not yet subsidised by Pharmac