NEW MEXICO Medical CANNABIS DISPENSARY
About Medicinal Cannabis
As one of the longest-standing and well-recognized medical cannabis dispensaries, Verdes was extremely excited to be one of the first to open our doors as a recreational cannabis dispensary in New Mexico.
As of April 1st, 2022, the production, sale, and use of recreational cannabis is legal for adults age 21 and older. We welcome locals, visitors, newcomers, the curious, and those who’ve championed this progress for years to shop at our six locations.
StatutorY Approved Conditions
Patients may qualify for a medical cannabis card in New Mexico if they have been diagnosed with certain conditions. Please refer to New Mexico Health Portal for a list of qualifying conditions.
Guidelines and qualifying conditions are established by the New Mexico Medical Cannabis Program and may be updated over time.
What to Know Before Applying
- A qualifying condition does not automatically mean medical cannabis is recommended for you
- A licensed healthcare provider must certify your condition
- Approval and participation are regulated by the state of New Mexico
- Program requirements and conditions may change
QUALITY MEDICINAL CANNABIS IN NEW MEXICO
The active cannabinoids in medical cannabis are similar to chemicals produced by the body that affect appetite, memory, movement, and pain. Research suggests that cannabinoids may prove helpful in reducing anxiety and inflammation, relieving pain, and controlling nausea and vomiting resulting from chemotherapy.
Studies have indicated the potential of cannabis to relax tight muscles in people with MS, relieve pain, reduce anxiety, stimulate appetite, reduce nausea, and improve weight gain in those with cancer and AIDS.
To access medical cannabis in New Mexico, you will need a written recommendation from a licensed doctor to obtain a medical cannabis card from the state.
Medical cannabis is used in the treatment of numerous medical conditions, such as:
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Anorexia
- Cancer
- Crohn’s disease
- Epilepsy
- Glaucoma
- Multiple sclerosis
- Muscle spasms
- Nausea
- Pain
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Schizophrenia
- Wasting syndrome (cachexia)
