{"id":38463,"date":"2025-04-28T19:38:09","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T19:38:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/?p=38463"},"modified":"2025-04-29T15:12:45","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T19:12:45","slug":"demystifying-the-low-thc-medical-cannabis-programs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/demystifying-the-low-thc-medical-cannabis-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Demystifying The “Low THC” Medical Cannabis Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"

As of April 2025, 39 states, three U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia have some form of medical cannabis program. Each program is unique, and some states only offer low-THC medical cannabis for those who qualify.<\/span><\/p>\n

But what does \u201clow-THC cannabis\u201d <\/span>really<\/span><\/i> mean? And what products can patients in these states <\/span>actually <\/span><\/i>purchase?\u00a0 <\/span>We\u2019re here to clear the smoke and demystify the low-THC medical cannabis programs in both Georgia and Texas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What Does Low THC Mean?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A low THC cannabis program allows qualified patients to access cannabis products with limited tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content. The goal of these programs is to provide the medical benefits of marijuana products without the intoxicating effects associated with THC.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In Georgia and Texas, the definition of low THC differs. However, both programs allow qualifying patients to purchase products that meet specific qualifications and potencies. Though these programs are more restrictive than most states\u2019 medical marijuana programs, patients can access a variety of products, some of which are more potent than one might think.<\/span><\/p>\n

In both states, the amount of THC in each product is measured by weight. For example, cannabis products in Georgia can contain no more than 5 percent THC by weight. <\/span>No, that doesn\u2019t mean that cannabis products in Georgia only have 5% THC, like you\u2019d see on a label in the dispensary. Rather, this \u201cby weight\u201d measurement impacts the processing of cannabis products.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Take these <\/span>Fine Fettle Soft Drops<\/span><\/a>, for example. The package as a whole contains 200mg of THC total. However, because the potency is measured by weight in the processing stage, each Soft Drop in the 20-pack contains 10mg THC, which is comparable to some lower-dose edibles in other states.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As such, patients in Georgia and Texas can often access ingestible products and tinctures with similar dosages and can adjust their medical cannabis routines accordingly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Georgia\u2019s Low-THC Medical Cannabis Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Georgia’s Low THC registry allows certified patients to possess up to 20 fluid ounces of low THC oil. All cannabis products in Georgia must contain no more than 5% THC by weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Smoking or vaping of cannabis is currently not allowed under Georgia law. As such, available products include tinctures, capsules, and topicals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

READ: Meet the Duo Leading Georgia\u2019s Fight for Medical Cannabis Access<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Before accessing medical cannabis products, Georgia residents must meet with a doctor who is certified to assess their eligibility for a <\/span>Georgia medical marijuana card<\/span><\/a>. and have one or more of the following conditions for <\/span>medical cannabis access<\/span>. Currently, Georgia\u2019s program lists 17 qualifying conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

These conditions include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n