What the guidance says
Depression has established treatments, including talking therapy and medicines. A cannabis review should not delay mental-health care.
Read the guidance: NIMHAll condition guides
Medical Cannabis for Depression Symptoms in Thailand
Discuss low mood, loss of interest and your current mental-health care. Talk through your options with an authorized Thai practitioner.
If you feel at risk of harming yourself, seek urgent local help. Do not wait for a cannabis consultation.
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Prepare for your review
- Mood changes, duration and effects on daily life
- Antidepressants, other medicines and current therapy
- Any history of bipolar disorder, psychosis or self-harm
What to discuss
Bring a clear picture of your symptoms and current care. These prompts can help you prepare; they are not a diagnosis.
Your symptoms
Changes in mood, motivation, interest or concentration.
Daily life
Effects on sleep, eating, relationships and daily responsibilities.
Current care
Current therapy, medicines and any recent treatment changes.
Evidence and care options
Discuss your next steps
Keep your treating clinician involved. Ask about treatment options and follow-up, and do not change psychiatric medicines on your own.
Three steps to a medical review
Share your history
Describe your symptoms, current treatment, medicines and previous reactions.
Review your options
The practitioner considers the evidence, your risks and other treatment options.
Agree on next steps
Follow the care advice. PT33 documentation is issued only if medically appropriate.
Depression and medical cannabis: FAQs
How is depression reviewed before medical cannabis?
A clinician reviews mood, sleep, appetite, motivation, treatment history, medicines, and safety concerns before deciding whether PT33 is appropriate.
Can cannabis worsen depression or mood instability?
It can worsen mood, motivation, anxiety, or manic symptoms for some people. Bipolar disorder, psychosis history, or suicidal thoughts must be disclosed.
Should I keep taking my antidepressant?
Do not stop antidepressants or psychiatric medicines on your own. The review should consider your current prescriber plan and possible interaction risks.
When should depression symptoms be urgent?
Suicidal thoughts, self-harm, hallucinations, mania, or inability to stay safe need urgent mental health care rather than a routine cannabis review.
What can PT33 document for depression symptoms?
If approved, PT33 documentation records the clinician-reviewed indication, dosage direction, duration, and licensed dispensary handoff for Thailand.
What does the consultation fee cover?
Consultations start at ฿500 for the practitioner’s assessment and advice. The fee does not guarantee a prescription; the final price depends on the service you choose.
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Talk through your options
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