Medical Cannabis Private Prescriptions Surge 154% in England During 2025

English pharmacies dispensed over 1.7 million medical cannabis products through private prescriptions in 2025, representing a 154% increase from the previous year. This surge reflects the rapid expansion of medical cannabis access following the United Kingdom's 2018 legalization reform, though the majority of growth continues outside the National Health Service system. The dramatic rise indicates growing physician acceptance and patient demand for cannabinoid therapies for various therapeutic indications. However, limited NHS coverage means access remains primarily available to patients with private insurance or personal resources, creating a two-tiered healthcare system for cannabis therapeutics.