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Texas Cannabis Clinic aims to offer fair and competitive pricing. Patients may pay using credit and debit cards or an FSA card. Insurance is not accepted. View our full price list here.

Yes. Medical marijuana is legal in Texas for patients who qualify under the conditions specified by the State of Texas. Texas Cannabis Clinic provides access to the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP), which allows qualified patients to purchase low-THC cannabis products from a licensed Texas dispensary.

No. Patients in Texas are not permitted to grow their own marijuana. Unlike some other states, Texas law requires patients to purchase low-dose THC cannabis products exclusively from a licensed state dispensary under the recommendation of a TCUP-certified physician.

No. Medical cannabis products are only legally available to licensed patients and must be obtained through a licensed state dispensary. If a patient is a minor or incapacitated, a guardian or designated caretaker may pick up the medication on their behalf.

No. Texas law currently prohibits dispensaries from providing cannabis in dry leaf (flower) form for smoking. Texas dispensaries are authorized to sell tinctures, pills, lozenges, gummies, patches, lotions, vapes, and sprays. All products must meet high medicinal-grade quality standards set by the state.

No. Through the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP), patients have access to physician-dosed CBD and THC products — including naturally occurring terpenes — that are not available in retail stores. TCUP dispensaries grow, harvest, process, and package all medicine to strict quality standards, with no pesticides or chemicals permitted.

Legally, Texas does not require a physical medical marijuana card to participate in the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP). However, Texas Cannabis Clinic provides every certified patient with a printable TCUP medical cannabis card and a certification letter, available digitally through your patient portal within 5–7 days of your completed appointment.

Yes. Although a physical card is not a legal requirement in Texas, Texas Cannabis Clinic provides every certified patient with a printable TCUP medical cannabis card and a certification letter. Both are available digitally through your patient portal within 5–7 days of your completed appointment.

No. Texas Cannabis Clinic only accepts credit cards, debit cards, and FSA cards. Insurance is not accepted for TCUP certification consultations.

The cannabis plant produces over 100 phytocannabinoids that are similar to endocannabinoids found naturally in the human body. When ingested, these compounds interact with the body's endocannabinoid system (ECS), binding to cannabinoid receptors that help regulate mood, energy levels, immune function, blood pressure, pain response, stress, hunger, and more.

Medical cannabis from Texas state-approved dispensaries is an all-natural product subject to strict quality standards. Each patient responds differently, and symptom relief can vary. Medical cannabis may interact with other prescriptions, so it is important to discuss your full medical history with your physician before starting treatment.

Most patients report minimal side effects. Common mild side effects include gastrointestinal issues and mild sedation. Medical cannabis may interact with other prescriptions, so it is important to review your full medical history with your doctor to determine if medical cannabis is right for you.

All Texas TCUP prescriptions are stored in an online database regulated by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). To verify a prescription, call 512-424-0290 — the direct line to the Compassionate Use Program at the DPS.

Due to the federal legal status of cannabis, medical cannabis is not covered under the ADA. If you have questions about how TCUP participation may affect your disability accommodations, contact the Texas Department of Public Safety directly at dps.texas.gov.

Participation in the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) does not, by itself, disqualify a patient from obtaining or maintaining a License to Carry (LTC) in Texas. For more information, visit the DPS website at dps.texas.gov.

Yes, within Texas. When traveling in-state, we recommend keeping a copy of the prescription information that comes with your dispensary bag. Note that cannabis remains a federally illegal substance, so traveling with it outside of Texas is not permitted.

No. While TCUP patients are protected under Texas state law, airports operate under federal jurisdiction — and cannabis remains federally illegal. Flying with medical cannabis, even on in-state flights, is technically not permitted. For further questions, contact the Texas DPS at dps.texas.gov.

The 1% THC cap applies to the final weight of the finished medicinal product — not the plant itself. For example, a dispensary may offer a 20mg THC gummy. The cannabis plants used may contain up to 30% THC, but the finished product must comply with the state cap. Dry flower is not a permitted product under current Texas law.

As of September 1, 2025, there is a 10mg per-dose limit on TCUP products. However, there is no limit on the total milligrams a physician may prescribe overall. Physicians prescribe the amount of THC they believe will be most beneficial for each patient's specific symptoms.

No. Patients can fill their prescription at a Texas dispensary as often as they need, as long as their prescription has the available milligrams remaining to cover the order.

Tincture: Take orally with food. Use the 1mL oral syringe to fill your prescribed dose, then place under your tongue or in the cheek pocket and hold for 30–60 seconds to maximize absorption.

Gummy: Consume orally with food. Chew thoroughly before swallowing. Texas Original gummies use fast-acting technology for quicker onset and more efficient absorption.

Onset time varies depending on the method of administration, body weight, metabolism, and diet. Tinctures taken sublingually (under the tongue) typically take effect within 30 minutes to 1 hour. Texas Original gummies with fast-acting technology may take effect within 15–60 minutes.

Results vary by condition and individual. Some patients report immediate relief, while others notice improvement within 2–3 weeks. Factors including body weight, diet, current medications, and lifestyle can all influence how quickly symptoms improve.

As of June 1, 2025, Texas Cannabis Clinic does not see new patients under the age of 21. If you need care for a child, please contact us and we can provide a referral.

Seizure disorders and epilepsy are not primary stand-alone qualifying conditions for the Texas Compassionate Use Program. If epilepsy is your only qualifying condition, we recommend working directly with your neurologist to explore alternative treatment options.

Yes. As of September 1, 2025, vape pens and cartridges are legal in Texas exclusively through the Texas Medical Marijuana Program (TCUP). Contact Texas Cannabis Clinic to find out if you qualify.

How much does it cost if I am approved through your clinic?

Texas Cannabis Clinic aims to offer fair and competitive pricing. Patients may pay using credit and debit cards for our consultations. You may also use your FSA card. Unfortunately, insurance is not accepted.

You can find our price list HERE.

Yes. Medical marijuana is legal if you qualify for the medical conditions specified by the State of Texas. Texas Cannabis Clinic can provide you access to the state’s Compassionate Use Program. Using the program you can access a Texas dispensary.

No. Patients in Texas are not permitted to grow their own marijuana. While some other states allow the cultivation of plants by patients, Texas does not. In Texas, you must buy your low dose THC cannabis products from a licensed state dispensary under the recommendation of your physician that is certified with the Compassionate Use Program. The dispensaries can be found here.

No. Medical cannabis products are only available to licensed patients and is only legally obtained through a licensed state dispensary. If a patient is a minor or incapacitated, then a guardian or designated caretaker can pick up the medical marijuana from the dispensary for the patient whether it be in Austin or elsewhere.

Currently, no. The State of Texas allows dispensaries to make tinctures, pills, lozenges, gummies, patches, lotions, vapes, and sprays of cannabis products at this time. There are very high quality standards that the dispensaries have to abide by to produce medicinal grade CBD and THC for the residents of Texas. State law prohibits the dispensaries from providing cannabis in a dry leaf form that could be used for smoking.

No. If our physician certifies you into the Compassionate Use Program (CUP), you will have access to CBD/THC products with (or without) the natural occurring terpenes that are not allowed to be sold in any stores in Texas. The products coming from the CUP are recommended by the physician at the correct milligrams per body weight as previously studied. The high quality standards of the dispensaries will not allow pesticides or chemicals to be present in the medicine. Each dispensary must grow, harvest, process and package all the medicine.

Legally, Texas does not require patients to have a physical medical marijuana card to participate in the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP). However, Texas Cannabis Clinic provides you with a “TCUP printable medical cannabis card” along with your certification letter. These documents will be available digitally through your patient portal within 5-7 days of your completed appointment. This card serves as a helpful convenience but is not required for you to access your medication.

Although a physical card is not a legal requirement, Texas Cannabis Clinic will provide you with a “TCUP printable medical cannabis card” along with your certification letter. These will be available to you digitally via the patient portal 5-7 days after your completed appointment, in addition to your care summary. The card is provided as an added convenience to assist you in accessing your medication, though you are not required to carry it by law.

No. Texas Cannabis Clinic only accepts credit and debit card payments.

The cannabis plant produces over 100 phytocannabinoids similar to endocannabinoids found in the human body. When ingested, the endocannabinoid system (ECS) helps transport cannabinoids throughout the body. Phytocannabinoids found in the cannabis plant like CBD and THC bind to cannabinoid receptors in our body and can enhance or influence the endocannabinoid system’s function. Cannabinoids from the cannabis plant interact with receptors in the ECS to maintain homeostasis by regulating our mood, energy levels, immune function, blood pressure, how we experience pain, stress, hunger, and more.

Medical cannabis from our Texas approved dispensary provides patients with a 100% all-natural and safe solution to treat a wide range of medical conditions and symptoms. Each patient responds differently to medical cannabis, and symptom relief can vary. Medical cannabis may interfere with other prescriptions, so it is best to speak with your physician about your medical history to determine if medical cannabis is right for you.

While patients have reported minimal side effects, each person is different. Common, mild side effects include gastrointestinal issues and mild sedation. Medical cannabis may interfere with other prescriptions, so it is best to speak with your doctor about your medical history to determine if medical cannabis is right for you.

Texas dispensaries are regulated by the Department of Public Safety and all prescriptions are held on an online database that is also regulated by the DPS. Please call 512-424-0290 to verify a prescription. This is the direct line to the Compassionate Use Program.

Due to its federal legal status, medical cannabis is not covered under the ADA. If you have any questions about how medical cannabis may affect your disability accommodations, please reach out to the DPS directly by visiting dps.texas.gov.

A patient’s participation in the Compassionate Use Program does not, in itself, disqualify them from obtaining or maintaining a License to Carry (LTC). Visit the DPS website at dps.texas.gov for more information.

When traveling in Texas, we recommend keeping a copy of the prescription information provided that comes stapled to the prescription bag. It’s important to remember that cannabis-based medicine is still a federally illegal substance, so it is not legal to travel with it out of state.

While you are protected in Texas, the airport is under federal jurisdiction. Since cannabis is still illegal on the federal level, flying with your medicine is technically not permitted. If you have any additional questions, we recommend reaching out to the DPS directly by visiting dps.texas.gov.

The 1% THC cap is for the final weight of the finished medicinal product. For example, Texas Dispensaries may offer a 20 mg THC gummy. They grow cannabis plants that contain up to 30% THC. Flower is not a permitted product in Texas under the current law.

As of Sept 1st 2025 there is a 10mg per dose limit on products. There is no limit to the amount of milligrams a physician may prescribe. Physicians prescribe the amount of THC they believe to be most beneficial for their patient’s symptoms.

No, patients can fill with their dispensary as often as they’d like if their prescription has the milligrams available to fill their order.

Texas Original tinctures are designed to bypass the digestive tract by directly absorbing into the bloodstream through sensitive absorption areas in the mouth. Their gummies contain fast-acting technology for a quicker onset and more efficient absorption. It is recommended to start low and go slow as the onset may be delayed depending on several factors.

Tincture: Consume orally, recommended to take with food. Patients will receive 1 mL oral syringes with their tinctures. Fill the syringe to your prescribed dose, then place under your tongue or in the pocket of your cheek. Push the syringe to administer the tincture. It is recommended you hold the tincture in the pocket of the cheek or under your tongue for approximately 30-60 seconds to increase absorption.

Gummy: Consume orally, recommended to take with food. Chew the gummy thoroughly before swallowing.

The onset varies depending on your means of administration, body weight, metabolism, diet and more. On average, tinctures taken underneath the tongue may take effect within 30 minutes –1 hour. Texas Original gummies contain fast-acting technology, which allows for a quicker onset and more efficient absorption in the body and may take effect within 15-60 minutes.

Results can vary depending on the condition and symptoms being treated. Some patients report immediate results, while others report results within 2-3 weeks. In addition, a patient’s body weight, diet, current medications, lifestyle choices and more can contribute to results in symptom relief.

As of June 1, 2025, Texas Cannabis Clinic does not see new patients under the age of 21.

If needed, contact us and we can provide a referral for your child’s care.

Seizure disorders and epilepsy are not primary, stand-alone qualifying conditions for medical marijuana. If epilepsy is your only qualifying condition, we recommend working directly with your neurologist for alternative treatment options.

Vape pens/Cartridges for marijuana are are only legal in Texas through the Texas Medical Marijuana Program as of Sept 1st, 2025. Contact Texas Cannabis Clinic to see if you qualify.