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Prescribe Medical Cannabis.
With Total Confidence.

Medaflora Core gives HPCSA-registered doctors a purpose-built digital platform to issue lawful Section 14(4) authorisations, manage patient records and communicate seamlessly with licensed dispensing pharmacies.

Register on Medaflora Core How It Works

What doctors get

Digital Section 14(4) authorisations
Patient file & treatment history management
Direct pharmacy communication
Continuing medical education resources
Full audit trail, always SAHPRA-compliant
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The Platform

Built Around Your Workflow

Medaflora Core removes the administrative burden of medical cannabis prescribing — so you can focus on your patients.

One-Click Authorisations

Issue Section 14(4) authorisations digitally in seconds. Templates save you time; built-in checks ensure nothing is missed before you sign off.

Centralised Patient Files

All patient history, dosing notes, outcomes and communication stored in one secure, searchable place. No paper files, no lost records.

Pharmacy Messaging

Communicate directly with the dispensing pharmacy for each patient — clarify scripts, check stock availability and manage refills in one thread.

CME & Product Education

Stay current with evidence-based continuing medical education on cannabis therapeutics, SAHPRA updates and new product approvals.

Outcome Tracking

Review patient-reported outcomes fed from the Medaflora Care app — see how your patients are responding and adjust dosing accordingly.

POPIA & HPCSA Compliant

Every aspect of the platform is built to comply with POPIA, HPCSA guidelines and SAHPRA regulations. Your compliance is never at risk.

The Prescribing Journey

From Consultation to Dispensing

The Section 14(4) process can feel complex. Medaflora Core structures it into a simple, guided workflow that keeps you legally protected at every step.

1
Assess the patient

Conduct your consultation. Medaflora provides symptom templates aligned to common cannabis-appropriate conditions.

2
Select product & dosing

Browse products from licensed cultivators. Set dosing, frequency and duration.

3
Issue the authorisation

Sign off the digital Section 14(4) authorisation. It's sent automatically to the patient's Medaflora Care app and the dispensing pharmacy.

4
Monitor & follow up

Review patient-reported outcomes in the dashboard and manage refills when the time comes.

Registration Requirements

Valid HPCSA registration number
South African medical degree (MB ChB or equivalent)
Good standing with the HPCSA
Agreement to Medaflora prescribing guidelines
Prior cannabis prescribing experience is welcome but not required — we provide onboarding CME.

Ready to Join?

Register on Medaflora Core

Self-registration takes less than 10 minutes. Verification of your HPCSA number is done automatically — no waiting for callbacks.

Questions before you register? Email admin@medaflora.co.za

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Doctor FAQ

Common Questions from Doctors

No special licence or training is required beyond your existing HPCSA registration to apply for Section 14(4) authorisation for a patient. Medaflora provides access to continuing medical education resources on cannabis therapeutics to help you prescribe with confidence.
Under Section 14(4) of the Medicines Act, a registered medical practitioner must apply to SAHPRA to use an unregistered medicine — such as medical cannabis — for a specifically named patient. Medaflora Core digitises and structures this process, guiding you through each required step and maintaining a full compliance record.
Please contact us at admin@medaflora.co.za for current pricing and practice plan options. We offer flexible arrangements for solo practitioners and group practices.
Yes. Medaflora Core supports multi-practitioner practices. Each doctor maintains their own prescribing record while practice administrators can manage shared workflows. Contact us to set up a practice account.