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Law Glossary Entry 

# MedCanG

Medical Cannabis Act — regulates the medical use of cannabis.

## Detailed Explanation

The Medical Cannabis Act (MedCanG) regulates the medical handling of cannabis in Germany, such as prescription, dispensing, and distribution in pharmacies. It complements the Cannabis Consumption Act, which covers private use.

## Related Terms

-   [
    
    Medical Cannabis
    
    Cannabis that is medically prescribed and dispensed in pharmacies.
    
    Medicine ](/en/glossar/medizinalcannabis)
-   [
    
    Prescription
    
    Medical directive allowing a medication to be dispensed.
    
    Medicine ](/en/glossar/rezept)
-   [
    
    KCanG
    
    Cannabis Consumption Act — regulates the private handling of cannabis in Germany.
    
    Law ](/en/glossar/kcang)

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