Managing Insomnia with Medical Cannabis
Insomnia is a common psychiatric condition that affects sleep for consecutive nights. It is typically characterised as trouble getting to sleep and staying asleep. Insomnia is classed as short-term if it persists for up to three months, or long-term if it lasts for over three months. It is estimated that around a third of people will experience insomnia at some point in their lives.
Insomnia can have a significant impact on quality of life and everyday activities, including work and your social life. These effects can include daytime tiredness, poor concentration, Depression and Anxiety, and poor performance at work.
What are the symptoms?
There are several signs that can help you or a specialist determine whether you have insomnia. A person is usually determined to have insomnia if they regularly:
- Find it hard to go to sleep
- Wake up several times during the night
- Lie awake at night
- Wake up early and can’t get back to sleep
- Still feel tired after waking up
- Feel tired and irritable during the day
- Find it difficult to concentrate during the day
Cause and treatment
Current evidence suggests that medical cannabis products maybe useful in managing sleep problems, including Insomnia. This is largely believed to be due to the potential ability of cannabinoids to reduce stress and Anxiety.
Our specialist physicians are experienced in assessing individual cases and helping to determine whether medical cannabis could be an effective option.
Medical Cannabis and Insomnia
Current evidence suggests that medical cannabis products maybe useful in managing sleep problems, including Insomnia. This is largely believed to be due to the potential ability of cannabinoids to reduce stress and Anxiety.
Our specialist physicians are experienced in assessing individual cases and helping to determine whether medical cannabis could be an effective option.
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Conditions Specialists
Dr Anup Mathew
Lead Psychiatry Specialist
Dr Anup Mathew
Consultant Psychiatrist | Clinical Lecturer
M.D., MA, MSc, BSc (Hons), MRCPsych, FHEADCP, MDCH, DCBH, PGCDM, PGCCE, MAcadMEd
Dr Mathew is a Community Psychiatrist in the NHS responsible for providing medical psychiatric support to a multi-disciplinary Primary Care Mental Health Service across East and North Kent.
Dr Mathew has extensive knowledge of mental health legislation having completed an MA in Medical Ethics and Law. He was appointed by the Ministry of Justice as a Medical Member of the First-tier Tribunal in the Social Entitlement Chamber. Dr Mathew also has a special interest in PTSD and Military Psychiatry having completed an MSc in War and Psychiatry and trained with the Royal Marines Reserve.
Dr Mathew was awarded Membership of the Academy of Medical Educators and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy following his involvement in medical education which included being a University Lecturer.
As a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists Addictions Faculty, Dr Mathew has qualifications and expertise in the management of alcohol and drug misuse, particularly with co-morbid mental health problems. Due to his expertise, Dr Mathew is a Medical Examiner and Health Examiner for the General Medical Council.
Dr Mathew holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy and he is also a qualified Medical Hypnotherapist. He incorporates a holistic approach in treatment that considers how biological, psychological and social factors impact on a person’s life and recovery journey. His work ethic has always been focused on trying to improve the outcomes of people with mental illness.
Dr Gerard Sinovich
Lead Pain Specialist
Dr Gerard Sinovich
Acute and Chronic Pain Management Consultant
MBBS, FRCA, FFPMRCA
Specialisms: Musculoskeletal pain; neuropathic pain; fibromyalgia; headaches; migraines; chronic neck, upper & lower back, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle pain; myofascial pain; inflammatory and connective tissue disorders; abdominal pain; pelvic pain; post-surgical pain and cancer pain.
Dr Sinovich qualified in anaesthesia and is professionally trained to treat different pain problems, particularly musculoskeletal pain and neuropathic pain. He is well renowned in his field following completion of specialised training in Pain Management at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital, a world leading hospital in pain research and management.
Dr Sinovich is a pioneer in medical cannabis prescribing to chronic pain patients in the UK. He has extensive experience in prescribing medicinal cannabis over the last 3 years with training undertaken in Canada. He has featured in cannabis health news, BBC news, and in the daily mirror on topics related to medicinal cannabis. He has presented various web-based seminars on medicinal cannabis to both patients and aspiring doctors wanting to enter the field of medicinal cannabis. He is involved in research trials to better understand the use of medicinal cannabis and making it more accessible to individuals with chronic pain.
Here are some interesting facts about Dr Sinovich:
- Granted Foundation Fellowship of the Faculty of Pain Medicine of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (FFPMRCA)
- Medical director of “Panacea Pain Relief Clinic” with consulting rooms at the Spire Clare Park Hospital, Frimley Park Hospital and Spire St Anthony Hospital
- Presented at numerous national anaesthesia and pain medicine conferences
- Member of the British Pain Society and of the European Society for Regional Anaesthesia & Pain Medicine
- Faculty member of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCA), the European Society of Anaesthesiology (ESA) and the Association of Anaesthetists (AAGBI)
- Local Pain Medicine Educational Supervisor responsible for teaching of undergraduate medical students in acute and chronic pain
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FAQ’s
Answers to your most important medical cannabis questions.
Can medical cannabis help treat insomnia?
Yes. Medical cannabis may help improve sleepquality, reduce sleep latency (the time it takes to fall asleep), and supportdeeper rest—particularly in patients with chronic insomnia. At CantourageClinic, we offer cannabis-based treatments tailored to those who haven’tresponded to conventional sleep therapies.
Is it legal to use medical cannabis for insomnia in the UK?
Yes. In the UK, specialist doctors can legallyprescribe medical cannabis for chronic insomnia when standard treatments, suchas cognitive behavioural therapy or sleep aids, have proven ineffective.Cantourage Clinic provides regulated access through safe and compliant clinicalcare.
What types of cannabis products are recommended for sleep disorders?
Our clinicians may prescribe THC-dominant,CBD-dominant, or balanced THC:CBD formulations depending on your sleep issuesand sensitivity. Oils or capsules are often used for sustained nighttimerelief, while vaporised options may be considered for faster onset.
How do I start medical cannabis treatment for insomnia at Cantourage Clinic?
Begin with a clinical consultation. We’ll assessyour sleep history, underlying conditions, and previous treatments. If medicalcannabis is appropriate, we’ll prescribe a personalised plan and provideongoing support to help you achieve restful, restorative sleep.