Identifying Medical Marijuana

Research has determined that marijuana can benefit specific medical illnesses. The following information describes the Medical Marijuana Program in Louisiana. It defines marijuana, discusses the packaging requirements related to the purchase of cannabis and its usage for designated medical conditions.

Guidelines/Recommendations

Medical Marijuana Packaging Photos

Louisiana residents who use TM are required to purchase it from an approved Louisiana marijuana provider. The TM packaging must have the original label indicating it is a Louisiana product. These are photos of the Louisiana TM product produced by the LSU Ag Center.

Articles

Mayo Clinic Marijuana Information

This resource describes what marijuana is and its usage for medical conditions.

External Resource

LDH -About the Cannibis Program

The LDH provides information on the Cannabis Program in Louisiana. The information addresses medical marijuana regulations, use of hemp products, registration, COA, and labeling .

Sample Forms and Consents

Louisiana requires consent for a physician to prescribe medical marijuana. This formal process involves the physician explaining information regarding cannabis. The following serves as a guide for outlining information on medical marijuana related to the diagnosis being treated.

Policy Templates

Sample Caregiver Acknowledgement

Sample language to develop an acknowledgment for the caregivers of patients who use TM while admitted to the organization. This language serves as an understanding between the caregiver and the organization that the administration of TM will be conducted appropriately and according to Louisiana law.

Policy Templates

Sample Therapeutic Marijuana Patient Consent

Sample patient consent to treatment with TM. This policy is most applicable to the physician office practice where the physician has been approved by LSBME to recommend TM. This language can be customized for your organization. The policy outlines side effects, risks and other important information regarding the medication.

Assessment tools

Medical Marijuana Physician Referral

Form to be completed defined by the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy for a referreal by physician for Medical Marijuana