Medical cannabis · Semilong branch
Medical cannabis, in partnership with Curaleaf.
Our Semilong branch can now dispense Curaleaf medical cannabis products for patients with a valid prescription. Find out who can access it, the conditions it may help, and exactly how it works.
Prescribed only where clinically appropriate, by specialist doctors. Not suitable for everyone.
In partnership with Curaleaf
An exclusive Curaleaf collaboration.
Chemist Near Me is proud to work with Curaleaf, one of the UK’s licensed suppliers of medical cannabis. Our Semilong branch can now dispense Curaleaf products for patients who hold a valid prescription.
Since medical cannabis was legalised in the UK in November 2018, it has become an option for patients whose conventional treatments haven’t provided enough relief.
Why patients come to us
Why choose Chemist Near Me — Semilong?
Curaleaf medical cannabis products
Stocked and dispensed exclusively at our Semilong branch.
Accessible for eligible patients
Anyone in the UK with a valid prescription can access Curaleaf products with us.
A trusted, licensed supplier
Curaleaf is licensed to supply medical cannabis across the UK.
Professional support
Our trained pharmacy team guides you through the whole dispensing process.
Local convenience
Serving patients across Northamptonshire and the surrounding area.
What we dispense
Curaleaf formulations.
Our Semilong branch dispenses a range of Curaleaf medical cannabis formulations, including:
Flower
Dried flower for use only with a medically approved vaporiser, exactly as your specialist directs.
Oils
Measured oral oils and tinctures that make consistent, repeatable dosing simple at home.
Capsules
Pre-measured capsules for a discreet, precise dose with nothing to prepare.
These medicines are only available with a prescription from a specialist doctor. They are not for recreational use.
Who it’s for
Who can access medical cannabis in the UK?
Medical cannabis isn’t restricted to specific groups — anyone may be eligible if assessed by a specialist doctor. Typically, patients will:
If you’re eligible, a specialist doctor will issue a prescription and review your progress regularly.
- You’ve tried at least two conventional treatments without sufficient improvement.
- You’re not pregnant.
- You have no personal or family history of psychosis or schizophrenia.
- You can provide, or allow access to, your Summary Care Record (SCR).
- You understand the treatment is currently privately funded in the UK.
Where it may help
What conditions can medical cannabis help with?
Medical cannabis may be considered where standard treatments haven’t been effective, including for:
Chronic or neuropathic pain
Long-standing or nerve-related pain that hasn’t eased with standard treatment.
Neurological conditions
Such as treatment-resistant epilepsy or multiple sclerosis.
Psychiatric & mental health conditions
Including PTSD and OCD, in carefully selected cases.
Gastrointestinal diseases
Such as Crohn’s disease and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Migraines & treatment-resistant conditions
Chronic migraine and other symptoms that haven’t responded to usual care.
Each case is assessed individually by a specialist doctor.
How to access
How to access Curaleaf products at Semilong.
01Speak to a specialist
Discuss your condition and treatment options with a specialist doctor.
02Complete an eligibility assessment
Where required, you’ll complete an assessment of your suitability.
03Receive a prescription
If you’re assessed as suitable, the specialist issues a prescription.
04Collect at Semilong
Visit our Semilong branch to collect your medicine safely and conveniently.
Visit us at Semilong
Collect your Curaleaf prescription with us.
If you have a prescription for Curaleaf medical cannabis, you can collect it from our Chemist Near Me Semilong branch. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Semilong, Northampton
Common questions
Frequently asked questions.
Can anyone access medical cannabis in the UK?
Yes — provided a specialist doctor assesses you as eligible and issues a prescription. It isn’t restricted to specific groups, but it is never available without one.
Do I need a prescription?
Yes. Medical cannabis can only be dispensed with a valid prescription from a specialist doctor. It is not available over the counter or for recreational use.
Why is it only available at the Semilong branch?
Our Curaleaf partnership runs through our Semilong pharmacy, so that’s the dedicated site where these prescriptions are prepared, checked and handed over.
Is this legal?
Yes. Medical cannabis has been legal on prescription in the UK since 2018, and Curaleaf is a licensed supplier. Our Semilong branch dispenses in full compliance with UK regulations.
Important notice. Medical cannabis may not be suitable for everyone. The information on this page is for general purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting or changing any treatment.
Could it help you? Let’s find out.
Book a no-obligation eligibility chat with our Semilong team, or ask us anything first.
