Medicinal cannabis is more than just an alternative remedy. It interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system, which helps regulate pain, mood, appetite and immune response. Studies show it can ease anxiety, reduce inflammation, calm seizures and may even have cancer-fighting properties, offering genuine therapeutic potential.
Medicinal cannabis is more than just an alternative remedy.
Recognising these benefits, Antigua & Barbuda has established a regulated medicinal cannabis industry to provide patients with safe and effective treatments. The industry is managed by the Medicinal Cannabis Authority (MCA), which aims to improve both health and livelihoods through responsible oversight.
Patients seeking medicinal cannabis in Antigua must be at least 18 years old and register with a licensed dispensary. After completing a medical cannabis evaluation, approved individuals can purchase up to two ounces of dried flower products and 14 grams of concentrates daily. Antigua has two primary dispensaries – GROW Antigua and Pineapple Road Antigua – offering a variety of locally cultivated strains, including sativa, indica and hybrid options tailored for different medical conditions. Both dispensaries operate six days a week and serve residents and visitors alike.
The Antigua & Barbuda Medicinal Cannabis Authority oversees the licensing and regulation of dispensaries to ensure compliance with both international and national standards.
For more information on obtaining a Medicinal Cannabis Patient ID Card or details about dispensary offerings, visit the official websites of GROW Antigua and Pineapple Road Antigua.