Cannabiz editor-at-large Rhys Cohen unpacks the TGA’s decision to down schedule CBD.

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has confirmed that clinically-proven CBD products registered on the ARTG will be eligible for Schedule 3 over-the-counter sale at pharmacies at doses of up to 150mg per day as of February 1st 2021. 

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Rhys Cohen

As well as being editor-at-large at Cannabiz, Rhys is the director of Cannabis Consulting Australia, which provides commercial consulting services to various domestic and international cannabis companies....

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  1. Well it’s one little step in the right direction, but I’ve been told that the CBD oil is mostly imported from Canada. I don’t understand why it can’t be grown here in Australia, where we have perfect conditions and a lot of expertise. Another issue is the price. I just finished chemotherapy and would like to use it for some of the ongoing side effects, but can’t really afford it as I had to stop working. Anyway at least this could be the start of better things to come. Good work.