The cost of medicinal cannabis in New Zealand varies depending on the clinic, consultation fees, prescribed product, dosage and pharmacy. Patients should consider both the consultation cost and ongoing medicine costs when budgeting for treatment.
Consultation Costs
You can discuss medicinal cannabis with an appropriate prescriber or use a specialist medicinal cannabis clinic. Medicinal cannabis products are available through prescription in New Zealand.
Clinic fees vary. Current examples include initial consultations around $40–$79, although specialist or longer consultations may cost more. Follow-up or repeat-prescription appointments can sometimes cost less.
Because prices change, always check the clinic’s current fees before booking.
What Does the Medicine Cost?
There is no single price for medicinal cannabis.
The amount you pay can depend on:
- Product type — such as CBD oil, THC-containing products or dried flower
- Product strength
- Prescribed dosage
- Quantity supplied
- Pharmacy pricing
- How frequently you need the medicine
This means two patients may have very different monthly treatment costs.
Are There Other Costs?
Depending on your treatment plan, you may also need to budget for:
- Follow-up consultations
- Repeat prescriptions
- Prescription changes
- Pharmacy or delivery charges
Some clinics offer different pricing structures or packages, so check exactly what is included before comparing costs.
Can You Compare Prices?
Yes. Patients can ask clinics about consultation fees and pharmacies about dispensing costs.
However, price should not be the only consideration. Clinical support, follow-up care, accessibility and the suitability of the prescribed treatment are also important.
Our directory can help you discover medicinal cannabis clinics and pharmacies across New Zealand.
Official Information
The New Zealand Ministry of Health provides current information about accessing medicinal cannabis and products that meet New Zealand’s minimum quality standard.
Important: Prices vary and can change. The figures above are examples based on publicly available pricing and should not be considered quotes. Contact the relevant clinic or pharmacy for current costs.
