Navigating chronic health conditions can feel like a relentless battle, especially when the medications meant to help come with a host of side effects that can feel worse than the conditions themselves.
But what if a different path existed? A path that led one famous comedian and television personality, Michael Barrymore, to feel “amazing” after a life of battling conditions like PTSD, bipolar disorder, epilepsy, and anxiety.
In a recent YouTube video, Barrymore shared his deeply personal experience of moving from traditional medications with “horrible” side effects to using medical cannabis. This is a story of finding a new way to live and thrive.
The Journey: Getting Prescribed
Barrymore shared his experience with a straightforward online process through medical cannabis clinic Curaleaf . After answering a few questions, he had a single virtual interview with a doctor, which led to a prescription. This simple process highlights a new, more accessible approach to managing chronic conditions.
The Cost Breakdown
The video provided a clear look at the financial side of this treatment:
- Initial appointment: £200
- Quarterly follow-up appointments: £125
- Medical cannabis flower: £70 for 10 grams
The Method: Vaporise, Don’t Smoke
A key point made by Barrymoore was the method of consumption. he emphasised that the medical cannabis is not smoked but used with a vaporiser.
He specifically uses a “Mighty” dry herb vape, which heats the flower to a precise temperature, allowing for clean, effective use. For those who prefer not to use a vape, edibles, capsules and oils are a potential alternative.
An “Amazing” Transformation
For Michael Barrymore, the switch to medical cannabis was life-changing. After years of struggling with the side effects of other medications, he stated that since using the flower, he has “never felt better, worked harder, or been happier”.
His personal testimony shows a dramatic shift from a state of constant struggle to one of vitality and well-being.
This article is based on the personal experience shared in the following video: MEDICAL CANNABIS IN THE UK – My Experience
