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                     Kentucky Medical 
Marijuana for Epilepsy: A 
Path Toward Relief
Hope for thousands of Kentuckians struggling with intractable 
epilepsy through Kentucky's evolving medical cannabis program.
Understanding Epilepsy in Kentucky
The Challenge
Epilepsy affects thousands of Kentuckians, causing 
unpredictable seizures that disrupt daily life. Traditional 
medications don't always provide adequate relief, leaving 
patients searching for alternatives.
For many families, seizures mean constant worry, missed 
work, and limited independence.
Kentucky's Medical Marijuana Laws
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Qualifying Conditions Medical Evaluation Card Application
Epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, cancer, Consult with a licensed Kentucky Apply for your Kentucky medical 
chronic pain, PTSD, and other severe physician to determine eligibility and marijuana card through the official 
conditions are now covered under receive proper certification for state program to access licensed 
Kentucky law. treatment. dispensaries.
How Cannabis Helps Control Seizures
CBD & THC Interaction Stabilizing Brain Activity Treatment-Resistant Cases
Cannabis compounds work with Cannabinoids help calm Offers hope for patients whose 
the brain's endocannabinoid overactive neurons and stabilize epilepsy doesn't respond well to 
system to reduce seizure electrical activity in the brain. conventional medications.
frequency and severity.
Other Qualifying Conditions in Kentucky
Cancer Treatment Chronic Pain
Reduce nausea, improve appetite, and ease treatment- Alternative relief when opioids and traditional 
related pain for cancer patients undergoing medications fail to provide adequate pain management.
chemotherapy and radiation.
Muscle Spasticity PTSD
Help manage muscle spasms and spasticity common in Support for veterans and trauma survivors managing 
neurological diseases like multiple sclerosis. anxiety, insomnia, and flashbacks.
Finding Your Medical Cannabis Doctor
What to Expect
• Comprehensive medical evaluation
• Review of your seizure history
• Discussion of treatment options
• Certification if you qualify
Licensed physicians will evaluate whether your epilepsy or other 
condition qualifies for medical marijuana treatment under Kentucky 
law.
Treatment Options & 
Quality Standards
Product Forms Licensed Growers
Choose from oils, tinctures, All products come from 
capsules, and edibles state-approved cultivators 
customized for your specific following strict quality and 
needs and lifestyle. safety standards.
Medical Guidance
Work with your doctor to find the right strain, dosage, and 
consumption method for optimal seizure control.
Your Next Steps
Consult a Doctor Get Your Card Begin Treatment
Schedule an appointment with a Apply for your medical marijuana Start your journey toward better 
Kentucky medical marijuana card once certified by a licensed seizure control and improved 
physician to discuss your epilepsy physician. quality of life.
treatment options.
For more information, visit KentuckyMarijuana.org or email [email protected]