Medical marijuana, legal in Poland since 2017, has revolutionized the treatment of many conditions, such as chronic pain, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and chemotherapy-related nausea. Since 2019, dried cannabis has been available in pharmacies with a prescription, and the medical cannabis market is growing rapidly.

More and more strains from reputable producers like Aurora, Canopy Growth, S-Lab, and Tilray are appearing in pharmacies. In this article, we'll provide a detailed list of available medical marijuana strains in Poland, their characteristics, potential therapeutic uses, and tips on how to choose the right strain for your needs.

What is medical marijuana?

Medical marijuana is dried hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) containing cannabinoids such as THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol). THC is responsible for psychoactive effects such as euphoria and relaxation, while CBD has anti-inflammatory, sedative, and anti-anxiety properties without producing an intoxicating effect. In Poland, medical marijuana is regulated by the Act on Counteracting Drug Addiction and can be prescribed by doctors in the form of dried herb for vaporization or as prescription medications. It is used to treat conditions such as:

Chronic pain (e.g., neuropathic, musculoskeletal)
Drug-resistant epilepsy
Multiple sclerosis
Chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting
Anxiety, depression, PTSD
Inflammatory bowel diseases or insomnia

According to data from 2025, there are approximately 27 registered medicinal marijuana raw materials in Poland, but only 14-20 are currently available in pharmacies due to supply constraints.

Available varieties of medical marijuana in Poland

There are more than a dozen medical marijuana strains available in Poland, varying in THC and CBD content, terpene profile, and therapeutic effects. Strains can be divided into three main categories: Sativa (stimulating), Indica (relaxing), and hybrid (balanced). Below is a detailed list of the most popular strains available in Polish pharmacies in 2025:

Variety	THC	CBD	Producer	Terpene profile	Effect	Application
Original Gangster Deluxe	25%	≤0.5%	Canopy Growth	Caryophyllene, Terpinolene, Limonene	Deep relaxation, pain relief, mood improvement	Chronic pain, stress, insomnia
Northern Berry	22%	≤1%	S-Lab	Caryophyllene, Humulene, Myrcene	Drowsiness, appetite stimulation, relaxation	Insomnia, loss of appetite, anxiety
Purple Octane	22%	≤1%	S-Lab	Caryophyllene, Humulene, Linalool, Limonene	Drowsiness, relaxation, mood improvement	Insomnia, stress, depression
Galaxy Walker	18%	≤1%	S-Lab	Nerolidol, Caryophyllene, Bisabolol	Mood improvement, sleep-inducing effect	Insomnia, depression
Island Sweet Skunk	18-22%	≤1%	S-Lab	Caryophyllene, Pinene, Terpinolene, Nerolidol	Mood improvement, stress reduction	Depression, stress, fatigue
Ghost Train Haze	18-22%	≤1%	Aurora / S-Lab	Terpinolene, Myrcene, Limonene	Intense euphoria, mental stimulation	Neuropathic pain, migraine, depression
Pink Kush	20%	1%	Aurora	Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene	Strong analgesic and relaxing effect	Musculoskeletal pain, insomnia, anxiety
MAC 1	25%	≤1%	Cantourage	Limonene, Pinene, Linalool, Caryophyllene	Joy, peace, improved mood	Depression, stress, fatigue
MAC 1	22%	≤1%	420Pharma	Caryophyllene, Pinene, Limonene, Bisabol	Soothing, relaxing, mood-improving	Stress, anxiety, fatigue
Sour Diesel	18%	≤1%	S-Lab	Pinene, Limonene, Beta-Caryophyllene	Relaxing, creative, motivating	Depression, fatigue, pain
Sweet Berry Kush	18%	≤1%	S-Lab	Caryophyllene, Limonene, Myrcene, Linalool	Joy, good humor, relaxation	Stress, anxiety, loss of appetite
Gorilla Glue	22%	≤1%	420Pharma	Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Limonene, Humulene	Peace, sleepiness, happiness	Insomnia, pain, stress
Baker Street	20%	≤0.5%	Canopy Growth	Myrcene, Linalool, Humulene, Caryophyllene	Peace, sleepiness, happiness	Insomnia, pain, fears
Equiposa	8%	8%	Aurora Germany	Indefinite	Balanced action, anxiety relief	Anxiety, inflammation, epilepsy

Characteristics of varieties

Sativa strains (e.g., Ghost Train Haze, Sour Diesel): They have a stimulating effect, improve mood, and boost creativity. They are recommended for depression, fatigue, and neuropathic pain.
Indica strains (e.g. Pink Kush, Bakerstreet): They have a relaxing and calming effect, effective in treating pain, insomnia and anxiety.
Hybrids (e.g. MAC 1, Island Sweet Skunk): They combine Sativa and Indica effects, offering a balanced effect that can be tailored to the patient's needs.
THC:CBD Balanced Strains (e.g. Equiposa): They have equal amounts of THC and CBD, making them suitable for patients seeking milder effects, such as those treating anxiety or epilepsy.

Availability of these varieties may vary by pharmacy and region. Platforms like GdziePoLek allow you to check which varieties are available at specific pharmacies.

Detailed descriptions of available varieties

Equiposa
Equiposa by Aurora Deutschland has a balanced THC (8%) and CBD (8%) content, with an unspecified terpene profile. This strain offers a mild, balanced effect and anxiety relief, making it suitable for patients with anxiety, inflammation, and epilepsy. The equal proportion of THC and CBD provides therapeutic benefits without strong psychoactive effects.

Original Gangster Deluxe
Produced by Canopy Growth under the Spectrum Therapeutics brand, Original Gangster Deluxe is an indica-dominant hybrid characterized by high THC (251 TP3T) and low CBD (≤0.51 TP3T). Its terpene profile includes caryophyllene, terpinolene, and limonene, imparting aromas of diesel, citrus, and pungency. This strain offers deep relaxation, pain relief, and mood enhancement, making it ideal for patients with chronic pain, stress, and insomnia. Due to its high THC content, it is recommended for experienced users. Born2Invest.

Northern Berry
Northern Berry by S-Lab contains 22% THC and ≤1% CBD. Its terpene profile (caryophyllene, humulene, myrcene) provides an earthy and fruity aroma. This strain induces sleepiness, stimulates appetite, and has a relaxing effect, making it effective for treating insomnia, lack of appetite, and anxiety. Myrcene enhances its sedative properties, promoting deep sleep.

Purple Octane
Another strain from S-Lab, Purple Octane, boasts 22% THC and ≤1% CBD. It contains terpenes such as caryophyllene, humulene, linalool, and limonene, which give it a complex, floral, and citrusy aroma. It induces sleepiness, relaxation, and mood enhancement, making it suitable for patients struggling with insomnia, stress, and depression. Linalool and limonene provide additional calming and uplifting effects.

Galaxy Walker
Galaxy Walker by S-Lab has 18% THC and ≤1% CBD, with terpenes such as nerolidol, caryophyllene, and bisabolol. This strain has mood-enhancing and sleep-inducing properties, making it effective for treating insomnia and depression. Nerolidol promotes relaxation, and bisabolol has anti-inflammatory properties, which may be beneficial for patients with inflammatory diseases.

Island Sweet Skunk
Island Sweet Skunk by S-Lab is a sativa-dominant strain with a THC range of 18-221 TP3T and ≤11 TP3T CBD. Its terpene profile includes caryophyllene, pinene, terpinolene, and nerolidol, imparting a sweet, skunky flavor with notes of grapefruit. This strain improves mood and reduces stress, making it ideal for patients with depression, stress, and fatigue. Pinene may support concentration and memory. Leafly.

Ghost Train Haze
Available from Aurora and S-Lab, Ghost Train Haze is a sativa strain with 18-22% THC and ≤1% CBD. It contains terpenes such as terpinolene, myrcene, and limonene, which contribute to a fresh, fruity aroma. It induces intense euphoria and mental stimulation, making it effective for treating neuropathic pain, migraines, and depression. Terpinolene provides energizing and mood-lifting effects.

Pink Kush
Pink Kush by Aurora is an Indica strain with 20% THC and 1% CBD. Its terpene profile (myrcene, caryophyllene, limonene) imparts a sweet, lemony, and woody aroma. This strain offers strong analgesic and relaxing effects, ideal for patients with musculoskeletal pain, insomnia, and anxiety. Myrcene enhances the sedative effects, while limonene enhances mood.

MAC 1 (Cantourage)
MAC 1 by Cantourage is a hybrid with 25% THC and ≤1% CBD. It contains terpenes such as limonene, pinene, linalool, and caryophyllene, contributing to a citrusy and earthy aroma. This strain induces joy, peace, and an uplifting mood, making it suitable for patients with depression, stress, and fatigue. The combination of limonene and linalool provides a balance between stimulating and sedative effects.

MAC 1 (420Pharma)
MAC 1 by 420Pharma has 22% THC and ≤1% CBD, with terpenes such as caryophyllene, pinene, limonene, and bisabolol. This strain has relaxing and mood-boosting effects, making it effective for treating stress, anxiety, and fatigue. Bisabolol adds anti-inflammatory properties, which may be beneficial for patients with inflammatory diseases.

Sour Diesel
Sour Diesel by S-Lab is a sativa strain with 18% THC and ≤1% CBD. Its terpene profile includes pinene, limonene, and beta-caryophyllene, contributing to a diesel-like and citrusy aroma. This strain is relaxing, creative, and motivating, effective for treating depression, fatigue, and pain. Pinene and limonene support the energizing and mood-lifting effects.

Sweet Berry Kush
Sweet Berry Kush by S-Lab is an Indica strain with 18% THC and ≤1% CBD. It contains terpenes such as caryophyllene, limonene, myrcene, and linalool, contributing to a fruity and sweet aroma. It induces joy, good humor, and relaxation, making it suitable for patients with stress, anxiety, and loss of appetite. Myrcene and linalool enhance the sedative effects. AllBud.

Gorilla Glue
Gorilla Glue by 420Pharma boasts 221 TP3 THC and ≤11 TP3 CBD, with terpenes such as caryophyllene, myrcene, limonene, and humulene. This strain induces calm, drowsiness, and happiness, making it ideal for patients with insomnia, pain, and stress. The high myrcene content supports calming effects, while limonene enhances mood.

Baker Street
Bakerstreet by Canopy Growth is an Indica strain with 20% THC and ≤0.5% CBD. Its terpene profile includes myrcene, linalool, humulene, and caryophyllene, contributing to a sweet and earthy aroma. This strain induces calm, sleepiness, and happiness, making it effective for treating insomnia, pain, and anxiety. Linalool enhances its relaxing properties.

How to choose the right variety?

Choosing the right strain of medical marijuana requires considering several key factors:

THC and CBD content: Strains with high THC content (e.g., Original Gangster Deluxe, 25% THC) are effective for relieving pain, nausea, and loss of appetite, but may cause psychoactive effects. Strains with higher CBD content (e.g., Equiposa, 8% CBD) are better for anxiety, inflammation, and epilepsy because they don't cause a "high.".
Genetics type: Sativa is recommended for patients needing energy and a mood boost, Indica for those looking for relaxation and pain relief, and hybrids for a balanced effect.
Terpene profile: Terpenes like myrcene (sedative), limonene (mood-boosting), and pinene (supports concentration) contribute to the taste, smell, and therapeutic effects. For example, limonene-infused strains like MAC 1 may be more suitable for patients with depression.
Experience and tolerance: Beginners should start with lower THC strains (e.g., Galaxy Walker, 18% THC) to minimize the risk of side effects like anxiety or confusion.
Doctor's recommendations: Consultation with a doctor specializing in cannabinoids is essential to select the strain appropriate for the patient's condition and condition.

It's recommended to start with small doses and gradually increase them, observing your body's response. Vaporization is the most common method of use, as it allows for rapid action and precise dosing.

Accessibility Challenges

Despite the growing popularity of medical marijuana, its availability in Poland is limited. According to data from GdziePoLek, Only 14 of the 27 registered raw materials are available in pharmacies, and in smaller towns, supplies are often scarce. The lack of domestic cultivation and dependence on imports result in irregular supplies. Furthermore, medical marijuana is not reimbursed by the National Health Fund, meaning patients must cover the full cost, which can range from several dozen to several hundred zlotys per gram, depending on the variety and the pharmacy.

Legal aspects

Medical marijuana in Poland is regulated by the Act on Counteracting Drug Addiction. Obtaining a prescription requires an in-person consultation with a physician, in accordance with the Regulation of the Minister of Health of October 30, 2024. Doctors can prescribe marijuana for various conditions, but the decision depends on an individual assessment. Cultivation of marijuana, even for medical purposes, is illegal, and possession of recreational marijuana is punishable by fines or imprisonment. Medical products must be registered with the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products (URPL) and meet stringent quality standards.

FAQ

Is medical marijuana legal in Poland?
Yes, medical marijuana has been legal since 2017 and is available by prescription in pharmacies (GdziePoLek).
How can I get a prescription for medical marijuana?
A doctor can issue a prescription after a personal consultation, assessing whether marijuana is appropriate for your health. It's advisable to consult with a cannabinoid specialist.
Where can I buy medical marijuana in Poland?
You can buy medical marijuana at pharmacies with a prescription. Availability can be checked on platforms such as GdziePoLek.
Is medical marijuana reimbursed?
No, currently medical marijuana is not reimbursed by the National Health Fund and patients cover the full costs.
What conditions can be treated with medical marijuana?
Medical marijuana is used to treat chronic pain, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, chemotherapy-related nausea, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Can I grow my own medical marijuana?
No, growing marijuana, even for medical purposes, is illegal in Poland. Medical marijuana can only be obtained from pharmacies with a prescription.

Medical marijuana in Poland opens up new possibilities for patients struggling with various ailments.

Thanks to the variety of strains available, such as Original Gangster Deluxe, Pink Kush, and Ghost Train Haze, it's possible to tailor therapy to individual needs. However, limited availability and a lack of reimbursement remain challenges. Consulting with a doctor can help you find the right strain and dispensary.

Medical marijuana is a medicine that should be used under strict medical supervision to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the treatment.