Medical cannabis costs in Switzerland
A transparent overview of all costs, from the medical consultation to your medication. Find out what your cannabis therapy costs and which reimbursement options exist.
Cost overview
Medical consultation
Initial consultation
CHF 190
45-minute video consultation billed at the TARDOC tariff
Follow-up consultation
CHF 80 – 120
Depending on duration and complexity
Product prices at the pharmacy
Cannabis flowers
Depending on strain and quality
CHF 8 – 15 / gram
Cannabis oils
10-30ml, various concentrations
CHF 50 – 150 / bottle
Capsules
30-60 capsules
CHF 60 – 120 / pack
Vaporizer extracts
Concentrates for vaporizers
CHF 40 – 100 / unit
Example: monthly costs
Monthly costs depend on your individual dosage. Here is a typical example:
Low dosage
CHF 100 – 200
approx. 10-15g / month
Medium dosage
CHF 200 – 400
approx. 20-30g / month
High dosage
CHF 400 – 600
approx. 40-50g / month
* Actual costs vary depending on the product, strain and individual therapy.
Fair consultation without cost risk
If our medical team concludes during the initial consultation that treatment is not suitable for you, we waive the consultation fee.
Health insurance & coverage
Medical consultation: covered
The medical consultation (initial consultation and follow-up appointments) is generally covered by basic health insurance (OKP), as it is a regular medical service billed at the TARDOC tariff. Depending on your insurance model (e.g. family doctor model, Telmed), the usual conditions such as deductible and co-payment apply.
Cannabis products: not covered
The costs of cannabis products are currently, as a rule, not covered by basic health insurance. Individual authorised finished medicinal products may be reimbursed under certain conditions; the assessment is made case by case by your health insurance.
Supplementary insurance
Some supplementary insurance plans for complementary medicine or alternative therapies may cover part of the product costs. It is worth asking your insurer directly. We will gladly provide you with a detailed invoice for submission.
Tip: ask your insurer
Ask your health insurance specifically about coverage under your supplementary insurance. Some insurers such as Helsana, CSS or Swica offer supplementary plans that may cover part of the product costs.
Tips for saving
Compare prices
Use our platform to compare prices from different pharmacies. Prices can vary depending on the provider.
Larger quantities
Ask about volume discounts. If you have a regular need, purchasing larger quantities can be cheaper.
Tax deductible
Medical cannabis costs can be claimed as medical expenses in your tax return (above the deductible).
Use telemedicine
Save time and travel costs with online consultations. No travel, no waiting, flexible appointments.
Book an initial consultation
Find out in a personal consultation whether cannabis therapy is suitable for you and what costs you can expect.
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